Beneath the Branches: 5 of Mexico City's Garden Streets
Pick the right street and you’ll feel like you’re walking through a garden in Mexico City.
One of the best things you can do for yourself whenever you’re in Mexico City is to take a walk. You’ll be sure to encounter friendly, welcoming smiles, the irresistible smell of street food and, of course the oasis that you will find on some of its tree lined, gorgeous streets. “Which streets?”, you ask. Well, read on to uncover five of the many enchanted backdrops for your most inspired walks. When you’re in Mexico City next, do yourself a favor and find them.
Calle Orizaba
Avenida Amsterdam
Walking along Avenida Amsterdam in the Condesa neighborhood, is like taking a stroll through your own little circle of paradise. This elliptical street's shape traces the ghost of an old horse racing track, creating a circular promenade shaded by towering trees. Art Deco buildings stand as elegant sentinels along the path, while a central fountain serves as a gathering point for locals, expats, happy dogs and awestruck tourists.
Avenida Amsterdam
Av. Álvaro Obregón
Just a short distance away, Avenida Álvaro Obregón is a wide, stately path through history. This vibrant street perfectly balances old and new Mexico City, where historic buildings house modern restaurants and bars. This avenue is home of El Parián, a boutique-y shopping mall of sorts full of great restaurants & shops throughout its Instagrammable hallways. On weekends, the street transforms into a social hub as people fill its parks and patios, creating a lively atmosphere that epitomizes the city's communal spirit.
Avenida Álvaro Obregón
Orizaba
Orizaba Street tells a different story through its walls - quite literally. Here, Art Deco buildings share space with contemporary structures, while vivid murals and street art add splashes of color to the urban canvas. Smack in the middle of the Calle Orizaba is Plaza Luis Cabrera, a gorgeous space adorned with a fountain and sculpture to complement the architectural backdrop. Art galleries are situated between cozy cafés, making this street a haven for those seeking both cultural enrichment and culinary magic.
Calle Orizaba in Plaza Luis Cabrera
Alfonso Reyes
Alfonso Reyes offers a quite contemplative experience. This elegant thoroughfare in Condesa provides a peaceful retreat while maintaining easy access to the city's cultural pulse. Theaters and galleries line the street, creating an artistic corridor that invites slow exploration and appreciation. This avenue is featured in Muévete en Bici, one of the roads that gets closed off for exercise and biking on Sundays until 2:00pm - an absolute must-do for your next visit to this great city.
Alfonso Reyes
Avenida Mazatlán
Completing this list of remarkable streets is Avenida Mazatlán, where residential charm meets commercial vitality. Another throughfare featured in Muévete en Bici, it is also used for exercise and biking on Sundays. The street exemplifies the warm, welcoming nature of Mexico City, with its mix of homes, cafés, and shops creating an environment where daily life unfolds at a pleasant pace. Nearby parks add touches of green to this already inviting avenue.
Av. Mazatlan
Together, these five streets showcase the diverse character of Mexico City and not one of them will disappoint. They represent more than just pathways through the city - they're living galleries of Mexican culture, where every visit reveals new details and experiences.
Av. Mazatlan
