Contrary to media reports and popular belief, we never felt unsafe. It is easy and safe to walk around in most parts and at most times of day. This city is big, both geographically and population wise (over 20M).Uber (and even UberEats) is operating in Mexico City and is another convenient and cheap option. Taxi's are relatively cheap. The ride from the airport to pretty much anywhere in the city should take around 30-45 minutes and cost about $200MXN ($9.5 USD). Getting from airport to your hotel/Airbnb: there are authorized taxi booths after customs so be sure to utilize those.The airport has many ATMs by the taxi booths after clearing customs and getting your luggage.Visa: Americans are not required to issue a visa in order to travel to Mexico, and in most cases you will get a stamp for 180 days of travel within the country.Be sure to fill out your forms on the airplane to save time. Immigration and customs are straight forward. It is a very busy, yet very organized airport. Main airport is Benito Juárez International Airport.

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