Race Location Guide: Mexico City

Mexico City is a living, breathing metropolis of culture and colour, and as a moving kaleidoscope – enriched by heritage and reborn by a new renaissance – is the very epicentre of Latin America.

Since first hosting Formula E in 2016, the Mexico City E-Prix has become the series’ powerhouse event and from the paddock and beyond, it's fiesta-like atmosphere is nothing short of a revelation.

The thrills and excitement experienced on the circuit are matched only by life on the city streets, and with enchanting architecture, vibrant markets, and an explosive street food scene, it’s easy to get lost in a state of wonder.

To tie-in a trip with the E-Prix, January is a prime time to visit, and during the city’s dry season, you can expect to find incredible service wherever you decide to stay.

For a boutique, modern hotel experience, visit the St. Regis in the Paseo de la Reforma, which offers incredible views; or for a more classic stay, head to the Circulo Mexicano – a transformed 19th century townhouse with breathtaking views of the Centro Histórico.

Despite being one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world, Mexico City is straightforward to navigate and its main square, Zócalo, is a natural starting point.

As the home of the Metropolitan Cathedral, Zócalo was once the beating heart of the whole of Mexico and holds a history that stretches back to the time of the Aztecs.

Around it, the Centro Histórico features more than 1,500 heritage buildings, including the spectacular Casa de los Azulejos and the San Ildefonso College – the home of some of the earliest masterpieces of Mexican muralism.

La Ciudadela – an artisanal market with more than 300 stalls – embodies Mexico City’s vibrant nature as people from all walks of life join together to buy and sell handmade crafts from across the country.

To step away from Mexico City’s melting pot of daily life, visit the beautiful green spaces of Alameda Central, or the Chapulepec Park – one of the largest urban parks in the world and the lungs of Mexico City.

If you’re looking for somewhere to eat, the food in Mexico City will bring you pure joy. Every taste will leave you longing for more, and every flavour will redefine your perception of what Mexican food should be.

Spice is a cornerstone of the nation’s culture, and for the most authentic experience, Mexico City’s street food scene satisfies visitors with every bite.

Tacos Tony offers this authenticity and, open for 21 hours every day, offers its customers a continual supply of fresh food and an array of salsas that pack a punch.

Taqueria Orinoco in Roma Nte is one of the best spots for tortillas, and it's small yet refined menu offers a flavourful taste of Mexico with every mouthful.

Wash your food down with tequila or its increasingly popular cousin, mezcal, and be sure absorb the energetic atmosphere of Lucha Libre at the sport’s own cathedral, the Arena Mexico, which stages live wrestling matches every week.

When the time comes for the main event, there isn’t a better place to watch the Mexico City E-Prix from than the Foro Sol stadium – the centrepiece of the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez.

After an electrifying afternoon of racing, celebrate the official start of Formula E’s Gen3 era into the night with a performance from Grammy Award-winning DJ duo, NERVO.

One experience of Mexico City will last a lifetime and even after you leave, its charismatic culture will capture your heart and memory forever.