Museo de la Ciudad de Mexico
About This Museum
People come here not just for the exhibits, but to walk through a palace that has watched over Mexico City for centuries. You can easily spend hours getting lost in the grand courtyards and peeking into rooms that tell the city's story from Aztec times all the way to the modern era. One minute you're admiring the original murals, and the next you're standing on a balcony overlooking the ancient street below. It’s less like a sterile museum and more like a time machine you can wander through at your own pace.
Collection Highlights
Don't miss the stunning 'View of the Valley of Mexico' mural by José María Velasco or the scale model showing what the Aztec city of Tenochtitlan looked like before Spanish colonization. The temporary exhibits are always thought-provoking, often focusing on contemporary urban life.
Visitor Information
It's right in the heart of the historic center, super close to other major sites, and best of all—it's free to enter! Just check their social media for any special event closures.
Architecture & Building
The building itself is a gorgeous, sprawling Baroque palace built from reddish volcanic stone, originally constructed for noble families and even serving as a brief residence for the Counts of Calimaya.
Contact & Location
Address: Museo de la Ciudad de México, 30, Avenida José María Pino Suárez, Centro, Ciudad de México, Cuauhtémoc, Ciudad de México, 06060, México
Phone: +52 55 5522 9936
Website: Visit Website
