Live Mariachi music and nightlife at Plaza Garibaldi

Plaza Garibaldi in Mexico City is the nightly meeting place of mariachi musicians. Groups in wide hats and ornate suits sing with trumpets, violins and guitars. As you wander the square, the sounds of different bands blend together.

It can get crowded at night, so keep your bag close. Evenings are cool, so bring a light jacket. Requesting songs is part of the custom, so think in advance what you would ask for. Clarify any fee politely with the musicians before they play.