The architecture and the way the altar in the cathedral was constructed was very similar to that of the church of Nuestra Senora del Pilar in Spain . It is very typical of basilicas in Rome and Spain.

Extremely old (dating back to the 16th century), and ornate church in the heart of the City. It is a massive structure definitely worth seeing.

Inside there is a posibility to feel and understand some aspects of catholic religion from a mexican perspective. The place is friendly to turists and has a different structure with a central contruction inside unlike other capital cathedrals.

the cathedral is beautiful you are going to enjoy just watching it. you have to pay like 50 pesos in order to go to the upper part and they sell souvenirs inside the cathedral.

Its very old, they really need to rehab it , but the grandeour shows through. There is this really interesting clear glass see down places outside, seems everything has been elevated

If you're somewhat familiar with the Catholic Religion or a follower it's a definite must. I wouldn't go as far as comparing it to anything you might see in Rome "The Vatican" but it's by far much nicer than Morelias or Pueblas which are considered by many the top 3 in the entire country. Great for pictures, you're fine wearing... More

it is beautiful - but the more stunning thing, is the engineering work made to stop it from breaking with the moving bases (Mexico City is build over a Lagoon) - a very majestic place!

It's a beatiful Cathedral to visit. In the mornings you can attend a mass and at certain hours there's a tour (very cheap) to the top of the cathedral. From there there's a great view all over the square, and you can see all the bells that are still working.

Visiting he Catedral Metropolitana was a wonderful surprise on our recent trip to Mexico City. I knew is fascinating history but upon entering the cathedral I was awed by the beauty and detail, equalling or surpassing that of the most revered churches in Europe. Clearly, the Spanish poured huge sums of money and craftsmanship into this emblem of their rule... More