Santa Fe

Santa Fe is a modern commercial district on the western edge of Mexico City with glass towers, wide avenues, and contemporary office buildings spread across rolling terrain. The Centro Santa Fe shopping center houses over 500 stores, including major retail chains and Mexico's first Saks Fifth Avenue.

The area was a sand quarry and landfill in the 1980s before extensive redevelopment transformed it into a major financial hub. This rapid transformation made it one of Mexico City's most modern districts.

Three university campuses, including Universidad Iberoamericana, shape daily life with thousands of students moving through the streets. These academic spaces create a younger demographic and influence how people use shops, cafes, and public areas throughout the neighborhood.

The neighborhood has limited public transportation connections, so a car or taxi is the typical way to get around. Most visitors focus on Centro Santa Fe or the office areas, so it helps to decide which part suits your visit best.

The neighborhood functions like a separate pocket within the city, with its own architectural language that stands apart from traditional Mexico City areas. This separation has allowed it to develop as a distinct corporate zone with minimal ties to the rest of the city.