10 Things to Do in Mexico City in June

In June, spring comes to an end and you can enjoy the last activities around this colorful season, but don't worry! At the end of the month, summer arrives with festivals and out-of-town options. If your trip coincides with this time, I recommend you opt for the best bike tours to celebrate International Bike Day, take a hot air balloon ride over Teotihuacan and drink the Simpsons' original beer.

The most interesting activities take place the first and last days of the month, it's something you can consider when organizing your trip. Also, June is one of the best times to tour the city, as temperatures in June range from 13° to 26°, your suitcase should include cool and uncovered clothes, but do not discard coats to cover you at night when the temperature usually drops.

Mexicans take advantage of the good temperatures to take part in outdoor activities and organize festivals. There are temporary festivals that pop up annually, so I recommend you keep an eye out for government cultural sites.

Simpson Weekend Fest

Every year during June, Simpsons fans can enjoy a festival inspired by the famous TV series. Activities include a bazaar, theater, contests and costume competitions. Yellow is the right color to attend this event and you can let your creativity fly when choosing your clothes. In the facilities you can visit Moe's tavern and try Duff beer, or taste the Kwif-E Mart, considered Bart Simpson's favorite drink. Admission costs approximately €5 to €20.

In June Mexico City celebrates the International Bicycle Day, so a weekend of recreational activities is set aside, ideal for families, tourists and locals. In the Zócalo square you will find many free events and every year a musical line-up is designated to enjoy live artists.

In addition, there are food stands, attractions in the Historic Center, dance therapies and the best bike tours of the main monuments of the city. There are areas where you can use the bikes for free, and they also organize exhibitions of antique bicycles.

In different parts of the city are installed the famous biciescuelas, a Mexican initiative that consists of information booths where they explain the ecological importance of this means of transport. This day celebrates a healthy lifestyle and promotes environmentally friendly vehicles. Bicycles arrived in Mexico in 1869, but initially the models were very expensive and had wheels that were difficult to handle.

The summer solstice, better known as Litha, is considered the longest day of the year, so it's ideal for booking guided tours of the city, as time is at a premium. Each year the activities are different, but in general they involve dance shows, live music, candle lighting or bonfires in parks and squares.

According to the Mayan culture, it is advisable to take a purification bath, in Mexico City you can go to Calma Float & Wellness where they perform flotation therapy, body and facial massages, as well as baths in sensory isolation tanks.

Another ideal plan is to participate in the collection of seasonal fruits, take a tour of the city or attend the free meditation classes that are organized in different parts of the city.

The Digital Culture Center located in Paseo de Reforma, offers different spaces, activities and events involving digital art. Every month there are different screenings and shows and of course June is no exception.

On their website you can find more information, but the activities are usually free. They also prepare dynamic, interactive and sensory exhibitions, as well as film events.

Every year a marathon is held in the Tlalpan Forest to celebrate Father's Day, this local lung is a protected area that has summer and spring courses, more than 206 species of flora, among which highlights the bunting and about 134 species of fauna.

You can live a refreshing experience and escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, it is an ideal morning run to see the sunrise. In different parts of the city you will find exhibitions and live music. On the official website you can find the countdown to the marathon and more information about registration.

You can't leave Mexico City without visiting Teotihuacan, an archaeological complex located in the northeast. I recommend you to opt for guided tours to take a balloon ride over the region.

This experience will allow you to see Teotihuacan from the heights for at least forty-five minutes, while adrenaline runs through your veins. In this paradise you can enjoy a Mexican breakfast, tour the surrounding villages and enjoy:

• The handicrafts and food tianguis that are held exclusively every Monday.
• The Cactus Garden that will take you about twenty-five minutes per area, you will be able to see the candelabra cactus, one of the most gigantic in the world, have lunch in the restaurant, visit the art gallery and get to know a variety of garden proposals: Italian, Japanese, tropical, cactus, spring and more.
• Labyrinth of the Senses whose motto is "the only labyrinth that is not made to lose you, but to find you". The cost to access all areas is around 14 €.
• Balnearios de Cuauhtémoc, has a variety of pools for adults and children, the entrance is completely free.
• A bicycle tour through the archaeological zone will allow you to appreciate the construction of the pre-Hispanic buildings. This way, you can see the Calzada de los Muertos and the Pyramids of the Sun and the Moon where you can see caves, remains of bones, jewels and obsidian.
• Quetzalpapallotl Palace, make a special stop at this imposing palace decorated with butterflies and feathers. If you want to learn more about its history, take a tour of the Museum of Culture that exhibits ceramics, textiles, rocks and bones. Tour the Museum of Murals which features paintings of the ancient city and models showing what Teotihuacan looked like in the past.
• Buy obsidian, many people come to purchase this precious black stone that occurs naturally in the area.

Almost everyone loves chocolate, and you are probably curious about the production process and how cocoa cultivation works. That's why a visit to the Chocolate Museum is perfect for a gastronomic experience and a guided tour of its facilities. Between March and June there are special museum nights, ideal for participating in workshops or attending a tasting.

There is a souvenir store and a chocolate shop where they sell chocolates with Mexican seal, general admission is around 4 €, but there are also family packages. Some attractions have an extra cost that you should consider before organizing your visit.

To explore Asian culture, specifically the secrets of Korean history, take a tour of the Museum of World Cultures which exhibits a variety of countries. Originally operated as the Mexican mint, it now has an international hall anda Mediterranean hall that houses collections from Greece, Persia, Rome, Mesopotamia and Egypt.

The most interesting exhibit is the Korean hall that reveals details of their culture, such as dances, beliefs, history and a variety of pieces that represent Korean fashion. It is ideal to visit it at the end of June, when the sun starts to shine and there are really hot days. This way, you'll have an indoor plan completely free.

You can also slip into Koreatown where they sell typical Korean sweets, flavored milks and things related to k-pop bands. There are also stores selling Korean facial care products and karaoke parlors.

In June Mexico City celebrates Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transvestite, Transgender, Transsexual, Intersex and Queer (LGBTTTIQ) Pride month and in commemoration there are a variety of activities including a parade through the main streets of the city. Each year has a different theme and offers informative lectures, it is an event that takes place worldwide to remember the 1969 riots in New York caused by police abuse during a raid on a gay bar.

Additionally there are live concerts, music, dance and theater performances, art galleries and other activities that support this event.

One of the most important monuments of the city is the Angel of Independence, I recommend taking a bus tour with free stops, to reach this point located in the Reforma. During June, many people go around the sculpture on bicycles, so you can take advantage of the opportunity to explore the stores in the area.

Nearby is the Wax Museum which has more than 230 figures of iconic national and international characters and access ranges from 8 to 13 €, depending on the type of tour. Also located here is the Ripley's Museum and a 4D cinema with special snow, water and air effects.

June is the best time to visit Mexico City if you want to enjoy low tourist influx, as it is low season, so you will find the main attractions clear.

It is the perfect opportunity to sign up for city tours. I suggest you appreciate each monument in detail and take advantage of the best summer activities.

Other options with little tourist influx include:

• Things to do in Mexico City in April, you can enjoy the spring and take a trajinera ride through Xochimilco.
• Things to do inMexico City in May, a great option to tour the Chapultepec Forest, without crowds.
• Things to do inMexico City in September, ideal to take advantage of the last rays of summer sun.
• Things todo in Mexico City in October, ideal to take advantage of the spooky Halloween celebrations, keep in mind that during the last days of the month the number of tourists may increase slightly.

Places with low tourist influx in Mexico City in June

• Kiosko Morisco is located in Santa María la Ribera, during June it offers ideal spaces to take pictures without crowds.
• Luis Enrique Erro Planetarium, the entrance has an estimated cost of 4 €, it gathers interesting facts about space, constellations and the most incredible astronomical events that have occurred in Mexico City.
• The San Rafael neighborhood and its iconic Contemporary Art Gallery, is a crowd-free stop offering art shows, exhibitions and film screenings.
• InSan Juan Markets you will find dishes made from insects that fuse Mexican and Asian gastronomy.

In June you will find cheaper flights, as well as discounts on car rentals and accommodations with affordable prices starting at 10 € a night. There are many cheap or free proposals, the best thing is that it is a month full of concerts and recreational events related to things to do in summer.