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Mexico City on a Budget (2026)

Updated June 2026 · Real local prices
Quick answer: Mexico City runs about EUR 70 per day mid-range - noticeably less if you eat local and walk. Cheapest window: March–May (dry, warm).

What things actually cost

taco al pastor 0.80 EUR
metro ride 0.30 EUR
specialty coffee in Roma 2.50 EUR
Uber across town 4 EUR
Anthropology Museum entry 4.50 EUR
comida corrida set lunch 5 EUR

Eat well for little

Money mistakes to avoid

Transport without the tourist tax

From the airport take an authorized taxi or Uber to Roma or Condesa for 8-12 EUR, about 30-45 minutes. Around town Uber is cheap (3-5 EUR across town) and the metro costs a flat 0.30 EUR - avoid the metro at rush hour with luggage.

Planning the full trip? Start with the 4-day Mexico City itinerary.

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