If it is your first time here, you will definitely be interested in some of the main tips for remote workers in Mexico City. Indeed, this city has an established tourism infrastructure and is used to receiving visitors from around the world on a regular basis. Nonetheless, Mexico City is truly a vast city and the very size of the city can often make it difficult to navigate. Beyond that, Mexico City is an extremely diverse and densely-populated city, meaning services are relatively easy to reach even though there may be high demand.
A good plan for getting a sense of the city when you arrive is to rent a room at a central hotel or Airbnb so that you can get a sense of getting around the city to other neighborhoods before committing to an apartment in any of them. Of course, it is important also to keep your wits about you and be vigilant in this often-dangerous city. Below, we outline some additional tips for remote workers in Mexico City.
This is an important tip for remote workers in Mexico City and, in fact, any other major city around the world. CMDX is huge and, if you are travelling alone, it is likely that at some point or another you will feel lonely among the many people who live here. Becoming a part of the available international communities will give you a sense of belonging in the city and give you the opportunity to meet other international individuals in town. Language exchanges, yoga retreats, coworking spaces and Facebook communities are just some of the tools you can use to meet other remote workers in Mexico City.
Not learning at least some of the local language in the biggest Spanish-speaking city in the world would certainly be a missed opportunity. Trying your hand in Spanish will certainly open up social opportunities for you, and allow you to have a more comprehensive understanding of local culture. Indeed, joining some of the city’s popular Spanish schools is a good tip to meet remote workers in Mexico and explore the city at the same time. If you’re not interested in joining a school, then podcasts, textbooks, newspapers and even watching TV in Spanish are some useful ways to get used to the language and gain some vocabulary.
A great tip for remote workers in Mexico City who wish to save some cash and delve deeper into the local culture is to try shopping in the city’s markets instead of using major supermarket chains. There are lots of open-air markets around the city, including the Sonora Market, Coyoacan Market and Mercado Roma, among others. These spaces are great for buying fresh produce, antiques and a wide assortment of goods at more affordable prices. Meeting locals at markets can be a rewarding experience and give you a sense of the daily lives led by those who have experienced the city all their life.
Mexico’s capital can get very polluted due to the fact it is densely populated and heavily congested. As such, a good tip for remote workers in Mexico City is to take some time to get some fresh air and relax away from the city. In fact, even within the city there are plenty of green spaces where you can catch some air - the Chapultepec woods and castle are located close to the city center. Further away from central Mexico City are the floating gardens at Xochimilco and La Peña de Bernal.
For more information about living in Mexico City as a remote worker, check out our complete Mexico City guide.