Take 01
2018
Roma
Colonia Roma, Centro Historico, Mixcoac
19.4326°N, 99.1332°W
Mexico City
Capture the energy of Latin America's largest film hub with our comprehensive production support across CDMX's colonial centers, Art Deco neighborhoods, and modern districts.
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Scene 01 — Filmed Here
Notable Productions in Mexico City
Take 02
2015
Spectre
Zocalo, Centro Historico (Dia de Muertos opening)
Take 03
2018
Narcos: Mexico
Polanco, Roma, Coyoacan, period-era streets
Take 04
2001
Y Tu Mama Tambien
Mexico City suburbs, road out to Oaxaca coast
Take 05
2017
Coco
Location research across CDMX, Xochimilco, Mixquic
Scene 02 — Locations
Filming Locations in Mexico City
From landmark monuments to hidden quarters — every district scouted and permit-mapped.
landmark
Zocalo & Centro Historico
One of the world's largest public squares, surrounded by the National Palace, Metropolitan Cathedral, and Templo Mayor. Iconic backdrop used in the Spectre opening sequence.
Chapultepec Castle & Park
Historic castle overlooking Mexico City from Chapultepec Park, offering panoramic city views, elegant interiors, and the National Museum of Anthropology nearby.
Moderate
Palacio de Bellas Artes
Iconic Art Nouveau and Art Deco landmark with marble facade and stunning Diego Rivera murals. Premier cultural venue for prestige productions.
Complex
Roma & Condesa
Tree-lined Art Deco boulevards, leafy plazas, and bohemian cafes. The streets immortalized in Alfonso Cuaron's Roma — perfect for period and contemporary drama.
Easy
Xochimilco Trajineras
UNESCO World Heritage floating gardens with colorful trajinera boats and chinampa canals. Unique waterway filming with mariachi atmosphere.
Moderate
Coyoacan & Frida Kahlo House
Cobblestone streets, colorful colonial facades, the Casa Azul (Frida Kahlo Museum), and a thriving arts scene with weekend markets.
Moderate
Estudios Churubusco
Latin America's most storied studio complex with multiple sound stages, backlots, and full post-production facilities. Used by major Hollywood and Mexican productions.
Easy
Teotihuacan Pyramids
Ancient Mesoamerican city 50km northeast with the Pyramid of the Sun, Avenue of the Dead, and Pyramid of the Moon. Cinematic scale and atmosphere.
Complex
Centro Historico
Colonial-era architecture, the Zocalo main square, National Palace, and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Popular for period and contemporary productions.
Polanco
Upscale neighborhood with luxury hotels, Chapultepec Park, and the National Museum of Anthropology.
Xochimilco
UNESCO World Heritage floating gardens (chinampas) offering unique waterway filming opportunities.
Santa Fe
Modern business district with contemporary glass towers and corporate architecture.
Scene 03 — The Case for Mexico City
Why Film in Mexico City
- ✓ Diverse filming locations from colonial Centro Historico to modern Santa Fe
- ✓ Home to Estudios Churubusco, one of Latin America's premier studios
- ✓ Experienced local crews with international production experience
- ✓ Competitive production costs and Eficine/Efiartes tax incentives
- ✓ Excellent international accessibility via Mexico City International Airport (MEX)
Scene 04 — Logistics
Transport & Logistics
Airports MEX (5km / 30-90 min depending on traffic) · NLU (45km / 60-90 min north) ▼
Mexico City International Airport (MEX) — 5km / 30-90 min depending on traffic
Metro Line 5 (30 min)Authorized airport taxi (~$25 USD)Private transferUber/DiDi
Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) — 45km / 60-90 min north
MexibusAuthorized taxiPrivate transfer
Local Transit metro · bus · taxi · rideshare ▼
metro
12 lines covering most of CDMX. Operates 5am-midnight (7am-midnight Sundays). Cheapest mass transit in the world at 5 pesos per ride.
Crew tip: Metro filming requires STC authorization (3+ weeks lead time). Avoid rush hour (7-9am, 6-8pm) — extremely crowded.
bus
Metrobus BRT lines run dedicated lanes — fastest above-ground option. Microbuses cover everywhere but unpredictable.
Crew tip: Metrobus is reliable for crew travel. Skip microbuses with equipment.
taxi
Use Uber, DiDi, or Cabify exclusively. Sitio (registered) taxis acceptable. Never hail street taxis with valuable equipment.
Crew tip: Larger SUV options available via Uber Comfort/XL for equipment runs.
rideshare
Uber, DiDi, and Cabify all operate widely. Uber Black available for client transport.
Production Parking difficult · Permits required
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Street parking limited and risky in Centro/Roma/Condesa. Underground garages widely available ($3-5 USD/hour).
Production vehicle permits via Mexico City Film Commission. Base camps typically arranged in private lots or peripheral areas.
Getting Between Locations ▼
CDMX traffic is notorious — budget extra time. Centro to Polanco can take 20 min off-peak or 90 min in rush hour. Plan Metro for short hops between adjacent neighborhoods. Hoy No Circula vehicle restrictions apply by license plate.
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Plan Your Mexico City Shoot
From permits and crew to equipment and logistics — we handle everything on the ground so you can focus on capturing the heartbeat of Latin American cinema.