Getting around Mexico is easy once you know the right phrases. These aren't textbook translations — they're the exact words Mexicans use for directions, taxis, buses, and hotels. Learn these and you'll never feel stranded.
Asking for Directions
Taxis & Ride Apps
Buses & Metro
Hotels
When Things Go Wrong
These are just a preview. PalabraFlow has 50+ travel phrases with audio pronunciation, quiz mode, and progress tracking.
FAQ: Travel Spanish in Mexico
Start with "¿Cómo llego a...?" (How do I get to...?) followed by the place. You'll hear responses like "Siga derecho" (Go straight), "Doble a la derecha" (Turn right), and "Está a la vuelta" (It's around the corner).
Ask "¿Cuánto cobra hasta el centro?" (How much to downtown?) before getting in. Say "Lléveme a esta dirección, por favor" and when you arrive, "Bájeme en la esquina, por favor." Many Mexicans also use Uber and Didi apps.
In Mexico, "camión" means "bus" — not "truck" like in other Spanish-speaking countries. So "¿Dónde está la parada del camión?" means "Where's the bus stop?" This is one of many words unique to Mexican Spanish.
Say "Tengo una reservación" (I have a reservation) or "Quiero hacer una reservación" (I'd like to make a reservation). Useful follow-ups: "¿Cuánto cuesta por noche?" and "¿Incluye desayuno?"
Say "Me perdí" (I got lost) or "No sé dónde estoy" (I don't know where I am). Then ask "¿Me puede ayudar, por favor?" while showing an address on your phone.