Cerro de la Estrella National Park: planning guide
A volcanic hill and archaeological zone in eastern Mexico City. Urban parkland with pre-Hispanic ruins and city views.
Cerro de la Estrella National Park is in Ciudad de México, Mexico. The nearest town is Iztapalapa — roughly 3.3 km (2 mi) out, about 5 min of driving.
When to go
Best window: December through April, the drier and less humid stretch. Shoulder season: May and November.
June to November is the wet and hurricane season — heavy rain, high humidity, and occasional storm closures.
Heat and humidity are constant. Plan activity for early morning and carry more water than feels necessary.
Full seasonal breakdown for Cerro de la Estrella National Park
Closest towns and cities
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Iztapalapa | 3.3 km (2 mi) | 5 min |
| Iztacalco | 5.7 km (3.6 mi) | 10 min |
| Coyoacán | 7.4 km (4.6 mi) | 12 min |
| Benito Juarez | 9.2 km (5.7 mi) | 15 min |
| Tlalpan | 9.2 km (5.7 mi) | 15 min |
| Xochimilco | 10 km (6.2 mi) | 17 min |
| Mexico City | 10.1 km (6.3 mi) | 17 min |
| Tláhuac | 11.1 km (6.9 mi) | 18 min |
Where Cerro de la Estrella National Park sits
Official Cerro de la Estrella National Park site — hours, closures, and fees.
Parks you could combine with it
- El Histórico Coyoacán National Park
Historic woodland and gardens in the Coyoacán borough of Mexico City. Urban green space tied to the neighborhood’s colonial past.
- Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan National Park
Springs and oak woodland in southern Mexico City’s Tlalpan district. Urban nature reserve with seasonal flowing water.
- Lomas de Padierna National Park
Oak woodland on the southern edge of Mexico City. Urban-adjacent trails above the Tlalpan and Pedregal neighborhoods.
- El Tepeyac National Park
A wooded hill in northern Mexico City tied to the Basilica of Guadalupe. Urban pilgrimage paths and city views.
Common questions
Where is Cerro de la Estrella National Park?
Cerro de la Estrella National Park sits in Ciudad de México, Mexico, and the closest town of any size is Iztapalapa — about 5 min away.
When is the best time to visit Cerro de la Estrella National Park?
Generally December through April, the drier and less humid stretch, with May and November quieter on either side.