Venustiano Carranza
Introduction
You will find that Venustiano Carranza is a bustling borough in Mexico City located east of the historic center. Once situated beneath the waters of Lake Texcoco, the land has transformed over centuries into a fully urbanized landscape reaching toward the Peñón de los Baños.
Your exploration of this area will bring you close to significant cultural and transit hubs, including:
- Three of the city's major traditional markets, such as La Merced
- The National Archives of Mexico
- The Palacio Legislativo de San Lázaro
- The TAPO intercity bus terminal
- The Mexico City Airport
What to see and do
You can explore several notable landmarks throughout the area. Visit the Capilla a la Virgen or see the Escudo Delegacional and Miguel Hidalgo.
Other sites to visit include the Santuario Santo and Victoria Venustiano Carranza.
Three days in Venustiano Carranza
Day one, you can begin your journey in the heart of Mexico City by exploring the local atmosphere of the Venustiano Carranza area. You might visit the Capilla Virgen Escudo Delegacional or find your way to the Santuario Santo Victoria Venustiano Carranza.
Day two, you can travel toward the outskirts where the landscape changes. You can explore the surroundings near San Lázaro and the TAPO, or head toward the area of Peñón.
Day three, your exploration continues as you visit landmarks such as The National Archives or the Palacio Legislativo. You can also spend time in the vicinity of La Merced or the Mexico City Airport.