✨ A Spin in the Heights: Visit the 360 Wheel in Chapultepec, Mexico City 🚡🌇

Every night I see it shining from my window: the 360 Wheel, lit up with thousands of colorful lights, seems to invite you to see the city from a new angle. I finally went to visit it… and I promise you, it’s totally worth it.

Riding this giant wheel isn’t just a spin (literally), it’s a whole experience. Before boarding, there’s a small interactive exhibit with fun facts about the Mexico City — and they’re fantastic! For example:

Did you know that Sebastián’s sculpture “El Caballito” ("Little Horse") is actually a vent for the deep drainage system?, It is not little at all! Height is 28 m.!
Chapultepec is twice the size of Central Park in New York (almost 7 km²).
Mexico City’s Subway has 226 km of tracks and 12 lines, moving over 7 million people daily.
In 1629, the city was flooded for five years — with up to 2 meters of water!
The origins of very common expressions like papalotear (to flutter around) or caer el veinte (to finally get it).

Then comes the best part: stepping into the cabin and enjoying a 40-minute panoramic view over Polanco, Reforma, Chapultepec, and more. It’s amazing to see familiar places from above… and discover new ones you didn’t know were there.

🗺️ Location and How to Get There

📍 La Tapatía Park, 1st Section of Chapultepec (in front of the Museum of Modern Art)

🚇 Nearest Metro: Chapultepec (Line 1, pink) — about a 10-minute walk

🚇 Nearest Cablebus: Los Pinos — also about a 10-minute walk

🕐 Hours

Open Monday to Sunday, from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
You can buy tickets at the booth or online. (Keep your rechargeable card for next time)

🍴 Where to Eat Nearby

El Lago – more formal and pricey, with a view of Chapultepec Lake
La Casa del Bosque – great coffee and delicious pastries
Food trucks near the forest – plentiful and affordable
Or stroll over to Polanco and choose from tacos, ramen, or whatever you crave

🙌 Tips to Enjoy It More

Go before sunset to see the city in daylight, golden hour, and nighttime — all in one ride
Bring a camera or free up space on your phone: you’ll want lots of photos
If possible, go on a weekday — shorter lines
Pick a clear day
Share the experience: it’s perfect for couples, families, friends, or even solo
Don’t worry about the cold — the cabins are enclosed

Visiting the 360 Wheel is a unique and exciting way to see our city. So if you’ve seen it from afar… it’s time to see it from the top!

Are you up for the ride? 🚡✨