Ciudad Lopez Mateos is positioned north-east of Mexico City and is constantly drawing travellers in with its casinos, well-preserved historical sites and eye-catching mausoleum to a former Mexican president. The city’s small-town friendliness can be found throughout its cantinas, local shops and restaurants.
Things to do in Ciudad López Mateos
Pay your respects to one of Mexico’s presidents, Adolfo Lopez Mateos, after whom the city was named, at the mausoleum where his remains are buried. You can learn more about this revered hometown hero at the Museum Adolfo Lopez Mateos, which houses his personal belongings and photographs.
Feeling lucky? Head to Big Bola Casinos Atizapan and try your hand at the slot machines and table games, including roulette, poker and black jack. There’s also a lounge bar serving tequila, mezcal and hearty meals. It’s brother casino, Big Bola Casinos Tlalnepantla, is about 10 minutes away.
Ciudad Lopez Mateos sits about 30 minutes underneath Lago de Guadalupe, a scenic lake that has grassy spots for a picnic and an intimate theatre nearby. If you prefer the outdoors, drive out to Sierra Nevada National Park, home to 15 snow-capped mountains crisscrossed with rivers and streams.
Classic Mexican culture awaits at the Hacienda Santa Monica Museum, which has beautiful gardens and preserved rooms that once served wheat farmers. You’re also only 15 kilometres from Mexico City Arena, an indoor arena that hosts concerts, sporting events and expos.
Getting around Ciudad López Mateos
Many bus lines service various parts of Ciudad Lopez Mateos, giving you cheap and reliable access to city attractions and greater Mexico City. There’s also a highway that passes through the city, giving you direct access to nearby destinations.