Parks

The Best Parks in La Condesa

By James Okonkwo

La Condesa is one of the greenest parts of the city. Here’s where we run, read, and meet friends when the weather’s good.

01

Parque México

Landmark · La Condesa

The heart of the neighborhood.
Address
Av. México s/n, between Michoacán and Sonora
Hours
Open 24/7

The big one. A lap around the pond, people-watching, or a coffee at the edge. The heart of the neighborhood.

02

Parque España

Central · La Condesa

Good for a bench with a book.
Address
Av. Sonora, between Nuevo León and Tamaulipas
Hours
Open 24/7

Smaller than México but just as loved. Good for a short walk or a bench with a book.

03

Parque San Miguel Chapultepec

Running · San Miguel

Go early on weekends.
Address
Av. Constituyentes, San Miguel Chapultepec
Hours
6am–6pm

Best for runners. Long paths and shade. Go early on weekends.

04

Jardín Pushkin

Quiet · Roma Norte

Fewer crowds, good for reading.
Address
Calle Orizaba 91, Roma Norte
Hours
Open 24/7

A small, quiet garden. Fewer crowds, good for reading.

05

Plaza Popocatépetl

Square · Condesa

Watch the neighborhood pass by.
Address
Plaza Popocatépetl, Condesa
Hours
Open 24/7

A classic Condesa square. Sit on the steps and watch the neighborhood pass by.