This hilltop castle offers sweeping city views and rare North American European architecture, surrounded by lush parkland. The challenging climb rewards with glimpses of Mexico's aristocratic past and unique gardens where you can release butterflies.
“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
"The castle offers a beautiful view of Mexico City... [T]his was the official home of Mexico's president until 1939." Full review
Lonely Planet
"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
"The only castle in North America to ever house European sovereigns. " Full review
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
"You can release a young butterfly at this beautiful indoor garden. " Full review
Bon Appétit
"Taking the long, steep climb to the top of Chapultepec Castle for some of the most excellent views of the city"
"Hike up to the castle perched atop Chapultepec Park's hill, depicted as the Capulet family's extravagant mansion in Baz Luhrmann's 1996 classic Romeo + Juliet"
"Porowski’s first stop is a visit to Chultepec Castle in Bosqué de Chultepec, one of Mexico City’s largest parks. Aztec ruler Nezahualcóyotl built a palace in the area during the..."
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Experts' Choice Award 
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Atlas Obscura
Afar Magazine
Bon Appétit
National Geographic
