Although I was lucky to share a flat with friendly locals who showed me around while studying abroad, a tool that allowed me to have a richer experience of the city was Spotted by Locals, a collaborative blog where people give tips for travelers visiting their city.
It was only a matter of time before I became a spotter myself and shared some of my favorite places. As members have their own personal style, the recommendations one finds here are quite diverse. If you want to make the most out of your trip to Mexico City, or any of the 77 cities they cover, take your time reading the different reviews and start planning your trip.