National Museum of Anthropology Early access with VIP Archaeologist

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2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

1. An internationally renowned museum

Opened in 1964 and located in the Chapultepec Forest, it is the largest and most visited in Mexico, with an impressive flow of visitors and a symbolic cultural presence, in 2025 it was awarded the Princess of Asturias de la Concordia Award, in recognition of its outstanding role in the conservation, research and dissemination of indigenous heritage.

2. Family and symbolic architecture

Designed by architects Pedro Ramírez Vázquez, Jorge Campuzano and Rafael Mijares, the building surrounds a central courtyard with a pond, on which stands the emblematic “Umbrella”, a column with a roof that drops water in a waterfall. This structure is a distinctive symbol of the museum

Emblematic pieces:
• Stone of the Sun (also known as “Aztec Calendar”) – 24-ton monolith.

• Statue of Coatlicue : Aztec goddess, symbol of life and death

• Olmec Colossal Heads, the Tula Atlantean, the Mask of the God Zapotec Bat

What's Included

Explanation with Archaeologist
Admission to the Museum

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Head to the cafeteria entrance there. We'll have a sign with the company's name on it.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
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    1. An internationally renowned museum Opened in 1964 and located in the Chapultepec Forest, it is the largest and most visited in Mexico, with an impressive flow of visitors and a symbolic cultural presence, in 2025 it was awarded the Princess of Asturias de la Concordia Award, in recognition of its outstanding role in the conservation, research and dissemination of indigenous heritage. 2. Family and symbolic architecture Designed by architects Pedro Ramírez Vázquez, Jorge Campuzano and Rafael Mijares, the building surrounds a central courtyard with a pond, on which stands the emblematic “Umbrella”, a column with a roof that drops water in a waterfall. This structure is a distinctive symbol of the museum Emblematic pieces: • Stone of the Sun (also known as “Aztec Calendar”) – 24-ton monolith. • Statue of Coatlicue : Aztec goddess, symbol of life and death • Olmec Colossal Heads, the Tula Atlantean, the Mask of the God Zapotec Bat

    2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Archaeology Tours
Small Group
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