36 Hours in Mexico City + My Budget Stats From My One-Month Backpacking Trip in Central America + Mexico
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In this final episode of my month-long adventure through Central America and Mexico, I dive into the last stop of my trip — Mexico City — and share how I explored as much as possible in one of the world’s largest cities in just 36 hours. I cover everything from using the Mexico City Metro to where I stayed near the airport, the incredible Roma Norte neighbourhood, and major landmarks like El Zócalo, Palacio de Bellas Artes, and Bosque de Chapultepec.
After the travel stories, I break down my full one-month backpacking budget, revealing exactly how much I spent across El Salvador, Guatemala, and Mexico — including flight costs, food, accommodation, activities, transportation, and more.
Whether you're planning a backpacking trip through Central America, looking for budget travel inspiration, or curious about solo travel safety and tips, this episode packs a ton of value.
🧳 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
What to see and do with just 36 hours in Mexico CityThe best neighbourhoods for backpackers in CDMX (hint: Roma Norte!)Tips for navigating the Mexico City Metro and using UberMy favourite cheap eats and local food experiences in Mexico CityFull breakdown of my travel budgetAverage daily spending by countryHonest reflections on travelling solo, safety, and must-see spots like Lake Atitlán, Acatenango Volcano, Antigua, Oaxaca and Tikal.
🎒 Useful Resources:
🌐 Winging It Travel Podcast Website📺 Watch the Vlogs on Roaming with Hammo (YouTube)
🎧 Listen to Past Episodes:
El Salvador Playlist on SpotifyGuatemala SeriesOaxaca Episode
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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to the Winging It Travel Podcast
00:30 Exploring Mexico City: Arrival and First Impressions
01:58 Navigating Mexico City: Metro and Transportation Tips
02:58 Cultural Landmarks: Plaza de la Constitución and Palacio de Bellas Artes
05:06 Discovering Roma: Trendy Neighbourhoods and Cafes
07:03 Experiencing Festivals: Angel of Independence and Local Culture
08:25 Reflections on Mexico City: A Quick Visit
09:20 Trip Summary: Insights from Central America
10:49 Budget Breakdown: Costs of the Month-Long Trip
13:07 Final Thoughts: Future Travel Plans and Inspirations
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