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13 May, 2019Cheerful, fun, beautiful and colorful, this is the capital of the country and much of it is due to the parks in Mexico City, which are located in different municipalities so that children, adults and pets can exercise or simply relax with a good walk.
Mexico City is a metropolis where buildings, shopping centers and apartment complexes abound; fortunately, among all of them there is also room for parks, green spaces that function as "lungs" for all the inhabitants of this great city.
There is something for everyone, some urban parks were built based on specific themes, others were conceived for the entertainment of children and some were made especially for the furry ones, that is, the pets of the homes.
Six Flags
One of the most famous amusement parks in the capital is Six Flags, as it has more than 40 mechanical rides, some of which are especially for children and others seem to be placed only for the bravest.
The park, located on the Picacho-Ajusco highway at km 1.5, is closed on Mondays. Admission costs $500 pesos and the best thing is that throughout the year, festivals are held, for example, its Christmas parade in December.
Kataplum
Among all the adrenaline-focused parks in Mexico City, there is one that draws a lot of attention due to its unique location. It is Kataplum, which has its facilities above a shopping center, has 31 mechanical games, three restaurants, three theaters and four party halls, among other attractions.
To get there, you only need to locate Parque Las Antenas, at Anillo Periférico (Canal de Garay) #3278, colonia La Esperanza. The entrance to the park costs $30 pesos, but once inside, each game has an additional cost and remains closed.
Chapultepec Fair
The Fair is a traditional family park in Chapultepec, since 1964 it has welcomed children who want to have fun on its games, but it also has attractions for adults, such as the roller coaster and the whirlwind.
This famous park is located in the second section of Chapultepec, entering through Constituyentes Avenue.
Rufino Tamayo Park
A very trendy space for furry friends is the Rufino Tamayo Park, a large green area where dogs can run freely and mingle with other pets; it is a safe place that is always open to the public.
Getting there is very easy, it is located between the Tamayo Museum of Contemporary Art and the National Museum of Anthropology, in the first section of Chapultepec Park.
Parque México
This is possibly the most famous dog park in Mexico City, because it has a thousand square meters where pets can run and play safely. What characterizes this space is that the ground is made of clay, so that waste can filter out and it is a cleaner place for everyone.
The park is located in the Condesa neighborhood, specifically at Avenida México #19.
Banjidal Park
The Banjidal dog park was opened in 2017. It has an area of 330 square meters where there are training tunnels, boards for the animals to play on, and water fountains. For everyone's safety, this space is fenced.
The address of this park is Oriente 178 and Sur 69 in the Banjidal neighborhood.
Parque Las Américas
This space is also known as “United Nations” and was renovated in 2017. It has an area for dogs, where they can play safely since it is fenced, and it can accommodate just over 15 pets since it is 300 meters of space.
It is located on Caleta Street, almost on the corner with José María Vértiz, in the Narvarte neighborhood.
Alameda Santa María la Ribera
Of the parks in Mexico City that are located in the downtown area, the Alameda de Santa María la Ribera is not only a place to socialize and exercise, it also has a fenced area where people can bring their pets so they can also exercise and socialize with other animals.
It is very easy to get to, it is located between Salvador Díaz Mirón and Manuel Carpio streets, a few blocks from Avenida Insurgentes Norte.
Pushkin Garden
One of the most central parks in Mexico City is the Pushkin Garden, where pets can have fun freely in a 400-meter space, with water fountains. It is located at Cuauhtémoc Avenue #104, in the Roma neighborhood.
Parque España
Man's best friends can have fun safely in this park, which is ideal for owners and their pets to take quiet walks. It is located in the Condesa neighborhood, between Nuevo León and Sonora avenues.
Parque Hundido
On Avenida Insurgentes Sur is Parque Hundido, a place that, as its name suggests, has trees and games for children below ground level. For a good photo there is nothing better than the large flower clock or its two art deco benches that have been there since 1935.
Masayoshi Ohira Park
Opened in 1942, this park is popular for its oriental-style buildings, including a bridge, an arch, and a small lake. It is a peaceful place where you can take photos that make it seem like you've visited Japan. It is located in the Country Club neighborhood.
Lincoln Park
This open-air space is located in the heart of Polanco, and houses the statues of Martin Luther King and Abraham Lincoln. Its famous clock tower and fountains are also great places to take good selfies. It is located on Emilio Castelar Avenue.
Parque de los Venados
This park owes its name to the statue of a deer that is located within its area, ideal for capturing good photographs. In addition, throughout its 10 hectares you can find other settings for photos, such as its nursery and games for children. It is located on División del Norte Avenue, corner with José María Vértiz.
La Tapatía Park
Another space that Chapultepec Park houses is La Tapatía Park, which has a wide variety of children's games that young people and adults can take advantage of to take fun photos. It is located in the second section of the forest.
La Bombilla Park
As part of the parks in Mexico City, we cannot fail to mention La Bombilla, a space famous for its monument to Álvaro Obregón and its fountains, where families gather, especially on weekends, but also young people who practice sports such as skating. Its address is Avenida de la Paz s/n, colonia Chimalistac
La Mexicana Park
This park opened in Santa Fe in 2017 and has artificial lakes, walkways and a skatepark, among other attractions. In its gardens you can find the shade of a tree and enjoy a picnic, while contemplating the tall buildings that surround this “lung” of the capital.
Tezozomoc Park
In the north of the capital, you can visit this open-air space, which was opened in 1982 and which stands out for its 17 hectares, as well as its central lake where several ducks live. It is ideal for families to organize picnics and have fun practicing various sports. This place is located on Manuel Salazar Avenue s/n, in the Prados del Rosario neighborhood.
Bicentennial Park
This huge park is made up of five zones, which has its own botanical garden and also has bicycle paths for people and children to exercise. Family picnics can be organized in its large green areas. It is located in the Refinería 18 de marzo neighborhood, on Calle 5 de Mayo #290.
Parque de los Dinamos
One of the parks in Mexico City that you cannot miss is Los Dinamos, since throughout its 2,429 hectares of forest, families can have picnics, go zip-lining or trout fishing, all without leaving the capital, since it is located on the road to Los Dinamos Contreras s/n, colonia La Carbonera.
