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National Museum of Anthropology

Spend an afternoon out of the sun and peruse ethnographic exhibits in the world's largest collection of ancient Mexican art.

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Mexico City: Hop-on Hop-off City Tour by Turibus

1. Mexico City: Hop-on Hop-off City Tour by Turibus

Hop on a double-decker bus and enjoy panoramic views of Mexico City with this ticket. Get access to 4 different city routes including Historic, Coyoacan, Basilica, and Polanco. Travel freely, hopping on and off at any stop as many times as you want. Explore one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world. See a variety of museums scattered throughout the city like the Templo Mayor Museum, Museum of Anthropology and History, Rufino Tamayo Museum, Museum of Contemporary Art, Soumaya Museum, Frida Khalo Museum, and more. Discover trendy neighborhoods like the Historic Center, Polanco, Xochimilco, or Coyoacán where you can experience the food, customs, and traditions of Mexico. Visit upscale shopping malls, bars, restaurants, monuments, and parks. See festivals and entertainment shows, depending on the season. Basilica CircuitDiscover the spiritual side of Mexico City. Marvel at everything around you and tour the halls of one of the most cherished worship centers in all of Mexico and Latin America. Closed: December 10th -12th. Polanco CircuitTake a look at the city’s most sought-after district. Come see one of Mexico City’s most exclusive neighborhoods. Go shopping at the most prestigious establishments and add some unique flavor by tasting its exquisite cuisine. Historic Center CircuitEnjoy the heart of Mexico City. Be amazed the whole way on a tour that offers sightseeing of the best of Mexico City, from its architecture, monuments, and museums to its unique flavors. Coyoacan (South) CircuitJoin the excursion that every tourist needs. Fill yourself with culture in Mexico City’s most artistic neighborhoods. Connect with their hipster lifestyle and tour incredible sites full of magic, flavor, and fun.

Mexico City: Anthropology Museum Skip-the-Line Ticket

2. Mexico City: Anthropology Museum Skip-the-Line Ticket

Skip the line with this entrance ticket to Mexico City's National Museum of Anthropology and visit one of the most important buildings in Latin America, with rooms that contain the pre-Hispanic artifacts and history of the Mexicas, Mayas, Toltecs, and more cultures from the country throughout time. Enjoy a visit to the Anthropology Museum, the most emblematic place safeguarding the legacy, history, and culture of Mexico's many Indigenous peoples. Explore the museum, which stands as a symbol of identity, and as a resource for generations that want to learn more about their cultural roots. Wonder at its innovative design, the art, and the symbolism that has given the building a well-known personality around the world. See a great collection of pre-Hispanic objects that were found in different parts of the country, which were made by the various cultures that developed in the vast territory that is now known as Mexico.

Mexico City: Anthropology Museum Guided Visit

3. Mexico City: Anthropology Museum Guided Visit

Enter the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City almost a half century after it was established, and discover why it remains the flagship enclosure safeguarding the legacy of the Mexican indigenous people. Standing as a symbol of identity and a mentor to generations seeking to dig into their cultural roots, the museum is the most popular in Mexico, attracting some 2 million visitors per year. Get insights into the various exhibits and their significance from your guide. Look at objects excavated from archaeological sites, covering vast territories in what is now modern-day Mexico. Learn about the various cultures that created them. Visit rooms where small objects, such as spear points are on display. These were used by early hunters on the continent more than 10,000 years ago. See simple clay pieces used in daily life and as symbolic articles in religious ceremonies. Admire impressive objects such as the Stone of the Sun (Aztec calendar stone). Your guide will explain the meaning of these valuable contributions to Mexico, as well as the ways historians have been challenged to re-think the development of the Mesoamerican people including Mayan, Aztec and Zapotec cultures. Enjoy some free time to explore the museum on your own after the guided tour. 

Mexico City: Chapultepec Castle and Anthropology Museum Tour

4. Mexico City: Chapultepec Castle and Anthropology Museum Tour

Explore the life of the Mexican Emperor Maximilian I of Habsburg on a tour of Chapultepec Castle, located on top of Mexico City's Chapultepec Hill, a site once sacred to the Aztecs. Venture inside the stunning monument, and discover rooms of classical European ornamentations. Stroll the halls full of light and discover stairways made of marble. Admire the sculptures and busts of historical figures, such as Emperor Cuauhtémoc and the Spanish Conquistador Hernán Cortés, along the way. Then depart Chapultepec Castle (also known as the "National Museum of History") and break for lunch, before going to the National Museum of Anthropology. Experience one of the most important anthropology museums in Latin America and explore rooms that detail the pre-Hispanic culture of the Maya, Toltec, and other ethnic peoples through the ages. Learn more from your bilingual guide, and benefit from the chance to chat about Mexican history.

Mexico City Pass: "All-Inclusive Multi Day Pass"

5. Mexico City Pass: "All-Inclusive Multi Day Pass"

Enjoy the very best of Mexico City and its surroundings on your own with this day pass. There is a Mexico City Pass by Turicard for everyone... chose a pass of 1, 3, and 7 Days so you can decide which one is better for you! Select your option, download the free app, and manage your trip! With the intuitive app you will be able to see all the activities that are offered, check the availability in real-time, and guarantee your spot. Your pass is available for 365 days from the purchase date. 1 Day Pass: More than 8 activities included! - Teotihuacan & Basilica of Guadalupe - Chapultepec Park By Bike Guided Tour - Mexico City at Night without Torre Latino - Xochimilco & Coyoacán - Day of the Dead - Guadalupe Shrine - Anthropology Museum - Ticket - Capital Bus Entrance 3 Days Pass: More than 20 activities included! Includes all activities of the 1 Day pass + - Chapultepec Castle and Anthropology Museum - Mexico City at Night with Torre Latino - Palaces and Historical Buildings - Prehispanic - Teotihuacan Guide + Ticket - Ticket - Anthropology Museum - Ticket - Teotihuacan - Ticket -Torre Latino Observation Deck - Puebla & Cholula - San Miguel de Allende - Teotihuacan at Sunrise - Tolantongo Caves 7 Days Pass: 40 prime attractions included! Includes all activities of the 3 Day pass + - Afternoon Guided Tour to Teotihuacan - Tacos, Exotic Food & Local Markets - Mexican Night - Lucha libre y Garibaldi - Mexican Night - Lucha libre y Garibaldi (weekends) - Ticket - Templo Mayor - Ticket - Tula - Fireflies Sighting Tour - Taxco & Cuernavaca - Taxco & Cuernavaca & Mina - Ticket - Frida Kahlo Museum - Volcanoes Tour - Xochimilco, Coyoacán & Frida Kahlo Museum - Prehispanic & Teotihuacán in 2 days - Taxco & Cuernavaca + Puebla & Cholula in 2 Days - Teotihuacán & Basílica de Guadalupe + -Xochimilco, Coyoacán & Frida Kahlo - Ticket - SixFlags + and much more!

Mexico City tour & Anthropology Museum Tour

6. Mexico City tour & Anthropology Museum Tour

Join this tour and explore Mexico City with a live guide. Discover the rich history of this city, known as The City of the Gods. Start your trip with a pickup from your hotel (if listed). Sit back and enjoy the ride to the historical center of Mexico City, listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage. Marvel at the countless monuments and the architectural style as you drive. Walk around the Central Plaza, and admire the Metropolitan Cathedral. Then, continue to Chapultepec Park, the second-largest city park in Latin America where the museum is located. Visit the National Museum of Anthropology, one of the top museums in the world. Discover a wonderful collection of art, artifacts, and history going back further than 4000 years.  Explore each section and be sure not to miss the iconic Aztec calendar stone. The museum is a must-visit when you are pretty sure it might even be the best museum you have ever visited in Mexico. After your visit, your tour will end. So jump in the car, and reminisce about your day as you enjoy a ride back to your hotel or if you prefer you can stroll around the park or enjoy a picnic by the idyllic lake if you like on your own. 

National Museum of Anthropology: Highlights Tour

7. National Museum of Anthropology: Highlights Tour

By the hand of an expert, explore the biggest anthropological collection of Mexico! Get familiar with famous ancient civilizations like the Aztecs and the Mayans in order to comprehend today's Mexican Culture. The tour will start with a brief introduction about the history and architecture of the Museum and it's importance. After that you will start your journey through Mesoamerican's ancient worldview exploring the Olmec's, Mayan's and Teotihuacan's rooms. And finally, you'll get the chance to discover the Aztec culture to understand it's begging and ending that allowed the construction of what today is Mexico.

Mexico City: Anthropology Museum Tour with Art Historian

8. Mexico City: Anthropology Museum Tour with Art Historian

Begin with a coffee at the museum cafeteria, listening to an introduction to the Mesoamerican Cosmogony and the "Mother culture," the Olmecs. Later, as you begin to walk, find out why the museum was built with its specific design, depicting the Mesoamerican (pre-hispanic) architecture and culture. Enjoy a walking tour of the leading galleries as you discover the incredible collections covering the three primary Mesoamerican cultures - the Teotihuacan, Mexican, and Mayan. Gain an overview of these historic cultures’ stories, beliefs, and mentality to make the visit more understandable and friendly.  Learn about the main aspects of these three essential cultures while visiting their art and main remains. Along the tour, the guide will show images and examples to complete the explanations more accurate, precise, and enjoyable.

Mexico City: Castle and Anthropology Museum Private Tour

9. Mexico City: Castle and Anthropology Museum Private Tour

Visit the Castle of Chapultepec. Witness its outstanding collection of historical artifacts, before enjoying a trip to the National Museum of Anthropology. Begin your day with pickup at the hotel in Mexico City. Hit the road with your private guide and head for the castle of Chapultepec. Built at the turn of the 19th century and set in the middle of a forest, the Castle is an architectural gem. Enjoy an interior which houses many fascinating examples of Mexican heritage. Next, set off for the National Museum of Anthropology. The museum's design itself is rightly regarded as part of Mexico's architectural and cultural identity. Once inside, discover exhibits on the archaeological legacy of the peoples of Mesoamerica, hear fascinating accounts for the Mexico's ethnic diversity, and admire its massive ceilings up to 6 meters tall.

Best Private Tour Anthropology Museum and Chapultepec Castle

10. Best Private Tour Anthropology Museum and Chapultepec Castle

Total duration: 3 hours 30 minutes. The Meeting Point will be at La Puerta de los Leones next to the side of the Estela de Luz Tower on Reforma Avenue. Chapultepec Castle, 1 hour 30 minutes divided into Explanations and Free time for you to explore and take photos. Brief walk through Bosque de Chapultepec and its beautiful lake, 20 minutes The National Museum of Anthropology, in its impressive Azteca Room 1 hour 30 minutes divided into Explanations and Free time for you to explore and take photos. End of the Tour.

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What people are saying about National Museum of Anthropology

Overall rating

4.3 / 5

based on 270 reviews

Thought when we pre-bought our tickets we wouldn't have to queue.!

We were misinformed and had to queue for over an hour to get into palace. Would not recommend going mid morning as far too many people trying to move around inside, crammed corridors and not able to see rooms properly.

We had purchased Skip the Line tickets. It was easy We showed our code and were on our way. There was no line at the time but I’m sure that could vary. World Class museum

A great way to see the main places of interest without the hassle or having to use several means of public transport in a huge city like Mexico City.

5 of us- first time visitors to Mexico City. Excellent introductory tour. Ramon was a terrific guide-extremely knowledgeable and personable!

Great tour guide. I would recommend a guide to help navigate all the exhibits at the Anthropology Museum.