Centro
Living in Centro
Centro, in the Cuauhtémoc borough, is the historic heart of Mexico City. Known as the Historic Center, it was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1987 and covers approximately 500 hectares, bordered by Paseo de la Reforma to the west, República de Honduras to the north, Anillo de Circunvalación to the east, and José María Izazaga to the south. Around 60,900 people live in this area, distributed among 18,100 households, with an average age of 33 and an average of 10 years of schooling. Some of the country's most iconic landmarks are concentrated here, such as the Metropolitan Cathedral of Mexico City, the National Palace, the Templo Mayor, the Palace of Fine Arts, and the Zócalo (Plaza de la Constitución), as well as pedestrian streets like Madero Street.
Living in Centro means being in one of the capital's most economically and commercially vibrant areas, with around 30,000 businesses and a wide array of museums, markets like La Merced, and public transportation, including Metro stations such as Zócalo and Bellas Artes. Its central location, rich history—from ancient Tenochtitlán to the Viceroyalty—and diverse services make it an attractive option for those seeking apartments or properties for sale or rent in downtown Mexico City, valuing connectivity and immediate access to cultural and commercial life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions about living in the area
- In Centro there are different transportation options, such as trolleybus stations and brt stations. Thanks to this variety, getting around is easy.
- Yes, in the surroundings of Centro there are health centers and hospitals such as Hospital Nacional Homeopático or Instituto Oftalmologia.
- Centro has several elementary schools, high schools, and nearby universities, such as Escuela Primaria México Libre or Escuela Primaria España.
- In Centro there are parks such as Jardín del Árbol to enjoy the outdoors.
- Near Centro you will find shopping malls, markets, and local stores such as Mercado de San Juan or Mercado de Mixcalco.
- In Centro you can visit malls such as Plaza Manuel Tolsá and nearby leisure & attractions such as monumento ala revolución.
- Yes, Centro is a family-friendly area with nearby schools, parks, and health centers within a short distance.
