About Alameda Central

Established in 1592 by Viceroy Luis de Velasco II, Alameda Central is a public urban park located in Cuauhtémoc borough, adjacent to the Palacio de Bellas Artes. The area used to be an Aztec marketplace and a public green space for the residents of the city. The highlight of the park is a large white semi-circular monument commemorating the Mexican president Benito Juárez. In 1912, the park was renovated completely by replacing the existing pavement with marble flooring, planting new trees and installing new fountains and benches. It is one of the oldest parks in the Americas which makes it one of the most planned and developed parks in the world. The area used to be an Aztec marketplace and later became a place for events after being formed as a public park. The Alameda park has become a symbol of Mexican culture and has a huge influence on the socio-cultural aspects of Mexico City residents. 

Must See

  • Eight sculptures and fountains of the Alameda known as The Americas, the Danaides, Neptune, the Nymphs 1 and 2, Mercury, Spring, and Venus
  • Four new fountains in each corner of the Alameda with colored LED lighting and water jets of up to 20 meters high
  • Monument to Beethoven
  • Work of the sculptor Oldembech made in black bronze
  • A gift from the German colony in 1921
  • The Benito Juárez Hemicycle
  • Neoclassical monument commemorating the Mexican statesman Benito Juárez 
  • The statue of Juárez designed and decorated by marble Doric columns

How to reach

Alameda Central can be accessed by Metro Bellas Artes. 

Tips

  • Avoid rainy days, as there are no shelters available here.
  • Some people have reported seeing rats in the park.
  • Great place to go for strolling at night, you can see the street dancing between the food stands. 

Visit Time

Sunday: Open 24 hours

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

2 to 3 hours

 

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Weather

Light Rain 19.78°C

 

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