About Iztapalapa
Iztapalapa is one of Mexico's major cities, home to around 1,835,486 people.
Best time
Late spring and early autumn for pleasant temperatures
Weather
Diverse — temperate to subtropical
Experiences
Things to do in Iztapalapa
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Head of Juarez Monument
2
Cerro de la Estrella National Park
Budget travel
Free things to do in Iztapalapa
Head of Juarez Monument
Cerro de la Estrella National Park
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Where to eat
Local favourites
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Dolce Maria
Popular casual Italian restaurant with a wood-fired oven producing perfect pizza crusts, homemade pastas and a large range of traditional It
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La Oaxaqueña
Affordable casual restaurant serving the traditional regional cuisine of Oaxaca, including rich, dark moles and innovative cuisine along wit
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Abathía "La kbañita"
Affordable casual restaurant serving light food like tacos, quesadillas, burgers, fries, and pizza. Fun rustic atmosphere, very unpretentiou
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La Matoza
Seafood restaurant serving some of the freshest fish in the city. Specialties include tuna ceviche, coctel de camarón, mojarra frita, not to
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Ostioneria "El Jorocho"
Super casual oyster bar serving a variety of other seafood dishes as well, including a shrimp soup, shrimp cocktail, fish balls, and more. C
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El Mesón de Valencia
Traditional hacienda-style Mexican restaurant with colonial furnishings, a spacious outdoor courtyard dining area, attentive service and liv
Shopping
- Central de Abastos Iztapalapa
Museums & culture
- Head of Juarez Monument
In pictures
Iztapalapa gallery
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