Welcome to CDMX! From devouring street tacos in Roma to exploring the ancient ruins of Teotihuacan, Mexico City is a high-altitude thrill. Keep your phone connected so you can order Ubers, navigate the sprawling metro, and share your adventures instantly. Grab a JamboSim eSIM and hit the ground running. 🌮
Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) is surprisingly close to the center. The safest and easiest way to reach your hotel is by booking an Uber right from the terminal; it usually costs around 150 to 250 MXN to Roma or Condesa. Alternatively, authorized airport taxis are secure, but you must buy a prepaid ticket at a kiosk inside the airport first. The Metro (Line 5) connects to the airport for just 5 MXN, though it is not recommended if you have heavy luggage.
Mexico City is massive. The Metro is incredibly cheap at just 5 MXN per ride and speeds past the legendary traffic. Just avoid it during rush hour when it gets intensely crowded. Buy a reusable Mobility Card for 15 MXN to tap into the Metro and Metrobús. For late-night trips or cross-town routes where transit doesn't reach easily, Uber and Didi are cheap, reliable, and generally considered safer than hailing street cabs.
Free public Wi-Fi is available in many plazas and museums, but speeds are often agonizingly slow. Relying on café connections means ordering constant coffees just to load a map. A JamboSim eSIM gives you a secure, fast connection everywhere from Xochimilco's canals to the bustling Zócalo. Having your own data is absolutely crucial here for ordering ride-shares, translating menus on the fly, and navigating the complex public transport system without getting lost.
The altitude here is over 2,200 meters, so take it easy your first day and drink plenty of bottled water. Tipping around 10% to 15% in restaurants is standard. Street food is a must—look for the stalls with the longest lines of locals. Always carry a bit of cash (pesos) for small purchases and street tacos, though cards are widely accepted elsewhere. Finally, everyone uses WhatsApp here, so keep it handy for contacting local tours and businesses.
Download these local lifesavers before you land to make navigating this massive city a breeze!
Our Mexico plan covers the entire country, including Mexico City. If you are travelling further afield, check out our North America regional plan.
Yes! Install your JamboSim profile before you fly, and just turn on data roaming when you land at MEX to get online instantly.
Your eSIM will automatically connect to the best available local network. There is no need to select a network manually.
Yes, you can easily top up your data plan online, and your coverage will follow you seamlessly anywhere in Mexico.
