Travel Advisory 2024: Safety in Mexico City

Mexico City is a safe destination to visit now. It is a beautiful city with a rich culture, great food, and many historical sites.

Mexico City, however, is the largest city in North America. More than 9 million people live within the 577-square-mile city. Travelers can expect safety challenges common to all large cities and should take precautions.

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The U.S. State Department advises U.S. citizens traveling to Mexico City to exercise extreme caution because of crime.

The most prevalent crimes in Mexico City are carjacking, robberies, kidnappings, and homicides. Crime is more prevalent in some parts of the city than others. For example, Centro Historico and Roma are relatively safe. Crime in Mexico City is also lower than in many other parts of Mexico and some U.S. cities.

Tourists can take precautions to avoid becoming crime victims.

Avoid walking alone at night. Women should always avoid walking alone.
Avoid showing off their money.
Try to look less like a tourist. For example, avoid wearing shorts and flip-flops and displaying an expensive camera.
Learn some Spanish phrases.
Avoid wearing flashy jewelry.
Research neighborhoods and avoid those with high crime, such as Tepito and Iztapalapa.
Take only authorized or reputable taxis.
Remain aware of your surroundings.

LATEST UPDATES / NEWS from MEXICO CITY:

January 13 – Security Concerns Must Be Solved For Mexico’s Economy To Expand

To leverage the current nearshoring investment trend, Mexican authorities at the local, state, and federal levels must collaborate with chambers of commerce in the industrial sector to efficiently tackle the country’s persistent and concerning security issues.

Mexico is ranked 116th overall in the World Justice Project’s 2023 Rule of Law Index, making it one of the worst-performing countries in the world due in part to the persistent risk of cargo truck hijacking on Mexico’s major highways.

Despite the generally high levels of violence, increasing investment in the northern states of Mexico might indicate a chance to boost the underdeveloped economy in the rest of the nation.

Safe Neighborhoods Recommended for Tourists

Polanco

This upscale neighborhood is known for its high-end shopping, dining, and nightlife. It is considered to be one of the safest areas in Mexico City for tourists.