Mexico City's Tlallipan Floating Garden opens—with unfinished touches ahead of World Cup

Mexico City’s new Tlallipan Floating Garden has opened to the public, though parts of the 1.8-kilometre elevated park remain unfinished. Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum officially inaugurated the space just three days before the FIFA World Cup began. The project, costing 2 billion pesos, transforms an old railway line into a green corridor stretching from Pino Suárez Plaza to Chabacano. The park is divided into seven themed sections, each inspired by native species from the Valley of Mexico. Visitors can explore sculptures, pergolas, and landscaped areas featuring 176 trees, 2,000 shrubs, and over 81,000 plants. The route from Pino Suárez to San Antonio Abad is fully complete, showcasing mosaic floors and eight shade structures.

San Antonio Abad Metro Station opened in time for the launch, allowing people to walk through its interior. However, the ramps leading to Chabacano Station are still under construction, with workers rushing to finish them. Access remains limited near the Metro Collective Transportation System (STC) stop, where a green plastic barrier marks the end of the walkable path. Despite the opening, some elements are pending completion. Pedestrian bridges, stairways, and elevators are still unfinished. The structure also lacks a direct connection to Chabacano Metro Station on Line 2, restricting full access for visitors.

The park now offers a mix of completed and ongoing features, including seven pergolas, nine illuminated fountains, and a large event screen. While major sections are open, unfinished access points and bridges mean some areas remain off-limits. The city aims to finalise the remaining work in the coming months.