Plaza de Santo Domingo
Plaza de Santo Domingo
3.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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The plaza's "place of scribes," where specialists in reading and writing have gathered for centuries, evokes the spirit of yesteryear.
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Neighbourhood: Centro Histórico
The beating heart of the city lies within Centro Histórico, the vast expanse of historical buildings and monuments that are a must when exploring Mexico City. Places such as the Museo Biblioteca Palacio Postal, Casa de los Azulejos and Palacio de Bellas Artes are the perfect eye candy for anyone seeking to admire arts and architecture. Don't forget to visit the wide variety of markets and plazas where any vintage item, handicrafts and jewelry characteristic of each state in Mexico can be found on Sundays. Admire majestic views of the city from the Monumento a la Revolución and Torre Latinoamericana, and round out the experience with restaurants of all cuisines nearby.
How to get there
- Allende • 5 min walk
- Zócalo • 6 min walk
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Rowan H
Cairns, Australia1,723 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
Despite being located next to the much celebrated and visited Secretaria de education publica the plaza Santo Domingo has a very different vibe. We came here in the middle of the day and I was immediately aggressively approached by a man who would not leave me alone. I eventually was able to shake him after a few troubling moments. I noted when sitting on the edge of the plaza that he seemed to be communicating with around 2-3 other men suggesting some kind of racketeering. There was also lots of tents set up suggesting this plaza has been somewhat taken over by the homeless. Overall I would avoid it.
Written 16 July 2022
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Valeria J
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Mar 2024 • Couples
All of Santo Domingo is already a scam, that's just what they do today. A few days ago I went to buy Slippers for my wedding, they told me that I had to leave more than half to reserve the order and that I would return for them in 15 days. When I check to see if they are ready, they tell me that I have to pay and in 8 days I can go through them. Well, I had no choice but to liquidate and after that I dial again and the lady tells me that there is no sole and that if I want them for quick delivery I would have to pay a difference of 12 pesos for Pantunfla so that I can put on another sole. thicker” and I told her that I would not deposit any more money and that I needed my order and they, so cynical and thievish, told me that there are no returns and it does not have a sole so there was not one for when it was delivered. In the end they only take money from you and never give you anything. I don't understand how that place is still alive and many people still use it as a reference to buy our souvenirs or party invitations. Everything there is a real robbery, never shop there and I wish the government would close that whole place once and for all.
Written 13 April 2024
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bryanmantezoni
Houston, TX2,786 contributions
Dec 2017 • Friends
This place has a lot of vendors around, you can walk around the streets and take some pictures of the churches and the old buildings and you can also get a foot massage for80 pesos for about 15 minutes, it is not very safe so exercise precaution.
Written 20 December 2017
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GVancouver
Vancouver, Canada971 contributions
Apr 2017 • Couples
A pleasant walk to the square. Enjoy watching the families around the fountain. Visit the church. Check out the artisanal scribes.
There is not much fancy about the square, but it is more atmospheric and less touristy than other nearby areas.
There is not much fancy about the square, but it is more atmospheric and less touristy than other nearby areas.
Written 27 April 2017
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PaoMtzO
Mexico City, Mexico45 contributions
Jan 2016
The church is lovely and very old, you can go inside and enjoy, but the other super interesting point in this part of the city is that next corner is the SEP building and inside you can find 3 foors completly cover with Diego Rivera's murals!!
Written 9 February 2016
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annminky
United States3,937 contributions
Dec 2021 • Solo
Just walking around the neighborhood when I came across this stunning church. It was early morning and the sun hit the church to show its grandeur. Lovely little place to visit.
Written 17 January 2022
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George S
Miami Beach, FL1,618 contributions
Oct 2021 • Friends
A relatively small square in the Historical Center a couple of blocks from the Zocalo. It is anchored by the nice Santo Domingo church and abutted by a couple of nice government buildings. Other than that, it is not that impressive for a photo op or a distinct journey.
Written 9 October 2021
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leuveen
United Kingdom1,310 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
A lovely, little square with a small market with food and some clothes or accessories, with picturesque buildings around.
Written 15 February 2020
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Elena P
Guadalajara, Mexico4,974 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
This square is very close to Zocalo and is a nice square, buzy and not very clean. There is a beautiful hotel in the area with the same name, Santo Domingo.
Written 1 May 2019
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Thomas Ozbun
Vicenza, Italy982 contributions
Mar 2018 • Couples
The Plaza Santo Domingo with the Baroque Iglesia de Santo Domingo at its northern end. Admiring the surrounding square which reminded me a lot of those in Spain
Written 11 February 2019
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Alrededor existen muchos estacionamientos pequeños que ayudan aliviar el transito por el centro histórico, la mayoría tienen una tarifa estándar no podría decirte de cuanto porque normalmente tomo el transporte publico cuando viajo al centro.
Written 31 October 2016
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