26 Best Things to Do in Mexico City, From Frida Kahlo's Home to Storied Pastry Shops | Condé Nast Traveler

"This 44-story skyscraper, built in 1965, is the tallest building in Centro Histórico. The tower miraculously withstood both the 8.1-magnitude earthquake of 1985 and the 7.1-magnitude quake of September 2017, making it a rare feat of engineering. The Torre defines Mexico City's cityscape (much like the Empire State Building in New York) and is a useful tool for orienting oneself in downtown. There is a mirador, or observation deck, on the top floor of the building, with 360-degree views of the city, which are truly jaw-dropping. If it's crowded, head one floor below to the newly renovated bar/restaurant, which has equally impressive views and is almost always empty. You have to pay for the observation deck but if you ask the doorman for the bar, you'll be whisked up in a separate elevator, away from the line and for free (well, the cost of a beer)." - Scarlett Lindeman