Mexico
North America · Spanish · Peso
Greet with buenos dias before asking for anything, eat tacos with your hands, and never rush the sobremesa.
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5 phrases you need in Mexico
- HelloHolaOH-lah
- GoodbyeAdiósah-DYOHS
- PleasePor favorpor fah-VOR
- Thank youGraciasGRAH-syahs
- Excuse meDisculpedees-KOOL-peh
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Know before you go
money
Carry small peso notes; street stalls and taxis rarely break a 500. Withdraw from bank-branded ATMs inside branches, not standalone machines.
transport
Use Uber or DiDi instead of hailing street taxis in Mexico City. Long-distance buses (ADO, ETN) are comfortable and far better than their reputation.
tipping
Tip 10-15% in restaurants and a few pesos to grocery baggers and gas attendants, who often work for tips alone.
scams
Check restaurant bills for a propina already added before tipping again, and keep your card in sight to avoid skimming.
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