In the 1970s, the last piece of land to be developed was sold, the triangle of Ejército Nacional, Ferrocarril de Cuernavaca and Periférico, where no stand-alone housing was built, only apartment buildings. Shops include Louis Vuitton, Cartier, Chanel, Corneliani, Salvatore Ferragamo, Tiffany & Co., DKNY, Ermenegildo Zegna, Brioni, Burberry, Bulgari, Chopard, Gucci, Hermès, Frette, Marc Jacobs, Max Mara, Hugo Boss, Rolex, Jaeger Le Coultre, Galerias Tehran, and Berger Joyeros. Additionally, it is one of the most desirable real estate markets in Latin America.[6]. It is quiet compared to the rest of the city, but lots to do and see in the area. Rafael Fierro, This page was last edited on 21 November 2020, at 15:34. Polanco is served by the Polanco and Auditorio stations of the Mexico City metro (subway). A small, lovely park made for leisurely stroll. Avenida Presidente Masaryk, Emilio Castelar, Polanco, Mexico City, Mexico. Dining and cuisine is a huge part of Polanco’s image and you can find some of Mexico’s and indeed Latin America’s best restaurants here, such as the renowned Pujol and Quintonil. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. Polanco is an affluent neighborhood in the Miguel Hidalgo borough of Mexico City. Main east-west thoroughfares include (south to north:) Paseo de la Reforma, Avenida Presidente Masaryk, Ave. Horacio, Ave. Homero, and Ave. Ejercito Nacional. The idea of a temporary market that sets up either weekly or monthly is one which stretches far back through Mexican history and remains an important part of Mexican culture. Polanco, the trendy and relaxed place in the middle of the city. Polanco | © Matthew Rutledge/Flickr The area is clean, safe, and hopping with good restaurants, coffee-shops and high end retail. Coordinates: 19°26′N 99°12′W / 19.433°N 99.200°W / 19.433; -99.200, This article is about an area of Mexico City. Teatro Telcel, Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra, Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico City, Mexico, +52 55 5207 1498. The population of Polanco is 27,322, distributed as follows across the colonias:[10]. I stayed in Polanco in 2015 and loved it. Calzada de los Poetas, Bosque de Chapultepec, Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico. This is the so-called "Beverly Hills" of Mexico City. Today, tianguis are full of fresh fruit and vegetables, tacos and other Mexican snacks, providing an easy way for tourists to taste the flavors of modern-day Mexico and immerse themselves in an authentic local scene. There are nice little cafes and restaurants everywhere in the area. Many Cafes and Small Park for Cruising and Dining. We pick the 10 must-dos while you’re in the area. I loved walking the streets and dropping into some of the shops. According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Polanco: Is this attraction a good place to visit on a, Is this a must-do if you are traveling with a, A very elegant and eclectic residential area, where most of the Embassies are located. The former inhabitants typically moved to neighborhoods such as Bosques de las Lomas and Lomas de Tecamachalco. Points of Interest & Landmarks, Historic Walking Areas, Historic Walking Areas, Neighborhoods, Historic Sites, Neighborhoods, Points of Interest & Landmarks. At the beginning of the colonial times, parts of this land (near the current center of the Hacienda) were occupied for planting mulberry trees for breeding silkworms (hence the name "los morales"). Plaza Uruguay is a small wooded park in the middle of Polanco, a relaxing location which is perfect for taking a break from the busy city. There must be many wealthy people living in the area, Just a nice place to be, safe, close to great food and restaurants from all over the world. A single column supports the renowned umbrella roof, symbolizing the three important pre-Hispanic symbols of a mythological tree, eagles and jaguars. Las transformaciones de un barrio. The museum is located in a building designed by Pedro Ramirez Vazquez in 1963; a piece of architectural artwork itself. The style of construction of most mansions of this period is "Colonial Californiano", inspired by the Mission Revival Style in the Southwestern United States, with pseudo-baroque quarry windows, front-side gardens and inside halls. Considered to be Mexico’s Champs-Élysées, Avenida Presidente Masaryk is famous for being one of the most expensive, yet most popular, shopping streets in the country. Polanco was developed in 1937 by the Aleman family, the same developers of Ciudad Satélite and San José Insurgentes districts, on the land that was originally the Hacienda de los Morales, just north of Molino del Rey town and Bosque de Chapultepec. The colony takes its name from a river that crossed what is now the Avenue Campos Elisios (Champs Elysees), named in memory of the Spanish Jesuit Juan Alfonso de Polanco, a secretary of Ignatius of Loyola, whose relatives, members of the Polanco family, were members of board of the Kings of Spain in the 17th century and came to Mexico as officers of the Crown. Lots of trees and plants everywhere that are native to Mexico. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the pre-Mayan archaeological wonder comes alive with your guide’s narration. Lots of trees and plants everywhere that are native to Mexico. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. Like the Que Bo! Hyatt Regency Mexico City. It has a 4.0 overall guest rating based on 18 reviews. Famous for its shopping and restaurants, Polanco is also full of culture and history too. Famous for its shopping and restaurants, Polanco is also full of culture and history too. Land prices are some of the most expensive in the city, as zoning rules forbid skyscrapers in the area. Dining was easy as many fine restaurants are in walking distance.