Chapultepec Castle

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Top 4% of attractions in Mexico City
7 / 10

6 expert reviews

“The magnificent Castillo de Chapultepec is surrounded by 1,695 acres of trees and wildlife on a high hill in the heart of Mexico City.”

– Afar Magazine

Frommer's Frommer's
"The castle offers a beautiful view of Mexico City... [T]his was the official home of Mexico's president until 1939." Full review
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"A visible reminder of Mexico’s bygone aristocracy, the ‘castle’ that stands atop Chapultepec Hill was begun in 1785 but not completed until after independence." Full review
Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura
"The only castle in North America to ever house European sovereigns. " Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Located on a hill that held sacred significance for the Aztecs is Chapultepec Castle, an impressive edifice completed in 1863. The castle, reputed to be the only royal castle in the..." Full review
Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura
"You can release a young butterfly at this beautiful indoor garden.  " Full review


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