Leave all your expensive jewelry and sentimental valuables either at home or in your hotel room. That includes engagement rings and nice watches! In fact, we suggest you don't bring any of your valuables to Mexico to best avoid any risks.
Only take “sitio taxis" as they are the safest and most easily trackable. Uber is also a safe option! We've also coordinated to have a trusted taxi service available, though it costs a bit more than a regular one. They speak English, Hebrew, and Spanish! Mayer Taifeld +52 55 6413 8171
To prevent any tummy issues, we recommend that you only drink bottled water, and avoid uncooked foods that require washing (ex: lettuce, sushi).
When walking around Mexico City’s busiest streets, you must pay attention to your surroundings. Like any other major city, it's the perfect place for pickpockets and other types of scammers to catch tourists in a moment when they’re preoccupied.
The areas you should avoid in Mexico City are Iztapalapa, Tepito, Ciudad Neza and Doctores. These neighborhoods tend to have the most crime, especially at night.
Only carry enough cash for the day and, if possible, leave your passport, credit cards, and extra cash in your hotel room. It's also a good idea to make a photocopy of your passport before travel—keep only the copy with you (in a safe place) while out and about.
Please don't refrain from trying the local food! Eat whatever you want, but choose wisely. Try to pick the places that have more locals, even if it means waiting longer for your food. And avoid eating uncooked foods that require washing (ex: lettuce, sushi). Best practice: is if you aren't sure, it's probably not a good idea.
Try not to take the metro or other public transportation during rush hour from 6 AM to 9 AM and 6 PM to 9 PM. There are huge crowds during these times and many pickpockets wait around in the corners of the metro stations. If you can, we recommend sticking to safe taxis and Ubers as much as possible.