If you are visiting CDMX, this is a must stop. We’ve been lucky that all of the times we come on vacations, the ballet folkloric of Amalia Hernandez is performing. I believe that no matter where you are sitting you get to enjoy the show, and have a wonderful time watching it. This particular time we sat all the way in the front. And it was magical. However, if you don’t want to experience the loudness so up close and personal, perhaps choose a seat more towards the back. We purchased our tickets in advance through Ticketmaster, just be mindful that you are going to pick these up on a Ticketmaster site, as there’s no will call at the venue. We’ve always taken an Uber from our hotel to el Palacio, in fact this is our choice of transportation; so I have no idea if there’s parking here. The areas surrounding the venue are safe in my opinion, as most tourist spots are here in CDMX. If you arrive early, you can chill outside the venue, and just enjoy the views. And perhaps, grab a snack across the street where there’s food vendors (at least on the days that we’ve been there). Once inside, the lines to get in move really fast. They are very organized. I could see that there’s a gift shop inside, but it hasn’t been opened on the days (at night) that we’ve been there. They sell drinks inside. Their restrooms are well maintained, and that’s appreciated. Enjoy!