ABOUT: Torre Latinoamericana is a skyscraper with a distinctive design, located in Downtown Mexico City. At almost an impressive 600-feet tall and, the tower has 44 stories.
TL is globally famous as an architectural achievement since it was the world’s first major skyscraper successfully built on highly-active seismic land. It withstood a 7.9 earthquake in 1957 and a 8.1 magnitude earthquake in 1884 without any damage.
The Torre Latinoamericana was Mexico City’s tallest building between 1956-1984.
In 2006, the building celebrated its 50th anniversary. Mirador, the observation deck between the 37th – 44th also opened its doors to visitors on this occasion. Mirador offers unparalleled, panoramic views of Mexico City, and although it sounds touristy, it’s an absolute must-visit for any first-time visitor.
ADMISSION: $150 MXN per person. Tickets can be purchased at the building lobby. The tower is within easy reach from the famous Palais Bellas Artes.
PRO TIP: Make sure to arrive an hour before the local sunset time so you can experience the daytime and the gorgeous evening views.
