Santa Fe Travel Guide

Mexico City
Santa Fe showing modern architecture and a city
Mexico City’s urban redevelopment jewel is this shining neighbourhood on the southwest side that was once considered a dump.

Look for some of Mexico City’s most impressive modern architecture in the neighbourhood of Santa Fé in the outskirts of the city. The beautiful and modern buildings are particularly impressive, knowing that the area was often used as a dumping ground until recent years.

During the 1990s, city planners began efforts to create commercial and residential areas in Santa Fé that were especially designed to work with the area’s difficult geologic and environmental constraints. See some of these structures along the stretch between Santa Fé’s historical centre and central commercial district. Tour the Universidad Iberoamericana’s campus in this area and attend a cultural event in one of its venues. Visit the area’s Centro Comercial Santa Fé shopping mall, one of the largest in the area. 

One example of unique neighbourhood architecture is Garden Santa Fe, a large centre which includes American-style mall stores and excellent Mexican food. Its singularity lies in its location, fully underground. Marvel at the unique central gardens that use tall glass enclosures to bring light from aboveground into the several layers of shopping below ground. Enter at street level and take escalators and elevators to lower levels for shopping, dining and even bowling. Check the mall’s schedule to see what special events are planned during your stay. Take advantage of the seasonal ice skating rink.

The Ministry of Defence has a vast military complex to the northwest of the neighbourhood of Santa Fé. Near here, look for shiny and tall international hotels and corporate headquarters interspersed with residential high-rises. Undeveloped parkland also lies along this stretch. Visit the Parque Ecologico Jalalpa for open grassy areas, kids’ playgrounds and a small aquatic park. More public space development is in the planning stages.

Santa Fé is about 9 miles (14 kilometres) from Mexico City’s historic centre. This trip may take an hour by car and even longer by bus no train currently serves the area. See planned urban development in progress with a visit to Santa Fé.


Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Santa Fe

Camino Real Santa Fe
Camino Real Santa Fe
5 out of 5
Mexico City
The price is Rp1.899.812 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
Rp1.899.812
Rp2.270.275 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,664 reviews)
"Nice staff and conveniently located"

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2024

Camino Real Santa Fe
Live Aqua Ciudad de México Bosques de las Lomas
Live Aqua Ciudad de México Bosques de las Lomas
5 out of 5
Av. Paseo de los Tamarindos No. 98, Col. Bosques de las Lomas, Mexico City
The price is Rp4.174.529 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
Rp4.174.529
Rp4.988.563 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)
"We had a wonderful time at the Live Aqua Hotel!!! The staff was very nice and helpful. If you are staying at this property you must go to the Spa. I will definitely be staying at this wonderful hotel the next time I visit CDMX."

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2024

Live Aqua Ciudad de México Bosques de las Lomas
Camino Real Aeropuerto Mexico
Camino Real Aeropuerto Mexico
4 out of 5
Mexico City
The price is Rp2.835.540 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
Rp2.835.540
Rp3.388.470 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (8,962 reviews)
"It is advertised as it it’s within walking distance but it is not. The office in the airport was ghelpful to call a shuttle for me."

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2024

Camino Real Aeropuerto Mexico
Fiesta Americana Reforma
Fiesta Americana Reforma
4 out of 5
Paseo De La Reforma 80, Col. Juarez, Mexico City, CDMX
The price is Rp1.777.884 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
Rp1.777.884
Rp2.124.607 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,647 reviews)
"I liked that it was available to a lot of public transportation to make it easy to get around the city. Friendly staff, and great place to stay at. The only downside is that a lot of the parades and manifestations would block the main road making traffic worse."

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2024

Fiesta Americana Reforma
Galeria Plaza Reforma
Galeria Plaza Reforma
4 out of 5
Mexico City, CDMX
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.676.434 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
Rp1.676.434
Rp2.003.309 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,374 reviews)
"Nice hotel friendly staff very convenient to various activities"

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2024

Galeria Plaza Reforma
Barceló México Reforma
Barceló México Reforma
4.5 out of 5
Paseo De La Reforma 1, Mexico City
The price is Rp1.676.119 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
Rp1.676.119
Rp2.002.962 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this spa hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and 3 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,957 reviews)
"Many amenities, but urban setting was loud and there was no sound proofing"

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2024

Barceló México Reforma
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Fe

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Miguel Hidalgo

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Miguel Hidalgo. Top attractions like Paseo de la Reforma and Papalote Museo del Nino are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Constituyentes Station or Tacubaya Station to see more of the city.

Miguel Hidalgo
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Nápoles

Nápoles is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Pepsi Center and Blue Stadium while you're in town.

Nápoles
Coyoacan which includes signage

Coyoacan

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Noted for its museums and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Coyoacan. Top attractions like Estadio Azteca and Frida Kahlo Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Viveros Station or General Anaya Station to see more of the city.

Coyoacan
Polanco which includes heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and a park

Polanco

5/5(6 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Polanco, you might enjoy attractions like Paseo de la Reforma and Avenida Presidente Masaryk. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Polanco Station to see more of the city.

Polanco
La Condesa featuring café scenes

La Condesa

Spend some time visiting places like Mexico Park while getting to know La Condesa, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Patriotism Station or Chilpancingo Station to see more of the area.

La Condesa
La Condesa showing a statue or sculpture, a fountain and central business district

Condesa

Visitors to Condesa enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Spain Park is worth a stop.

Condesa

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