Museo Nacional de Historia, Castillo de Chapultepec

What's On

Permanent Collections

Salas del Alcázar

Period rooms of the Alcázar: the ground floor as Maximilian and Carlota lived in it (1864-67), the upper floor as Porfirio Díaz's summer home, plus carriages and gardens.

Permanent collection$210

Salas de Historia

History Galleries in the former Military College: Mexico's story from the Conquest (1521) through New Spain, Independence and the young republic to the 20th century.

Permanent collection$210

Murales

Monumental murals on Mexican history, including Juan O'Gorman's Retablo de la Independencia (1960-61), José Clemente Orozco's La Reforma y la caída del Imperio and González Camarena's work.

Permanent collection$210

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Visitor Information

How much does Museo Nacional de Historia, Castillo de Chapultepec cost?

Standard adult admission to Museo Nacional de Historia, Castillo de Chapultepec is $210. MXN 105 for Mexican nationals and residents; free for under-13s, over-60s, students and teachers with ID, and visitors with disabilities; free on Sundays for Mexican nationals and residents.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Museo Nacional de Historia, Castillo de Chapultepec?

Museo Nacional de Historia, Castillo de Chapultepec is open Tuesday-Sunday 9:00-17:00 (including public holidays); closed every Monday. Evacuation starts 15 minutes before closing; allow at least 1.5 hours.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Museo Nacional de Historia, Castillo de Chapultepec?

Museo Nacional de Historia, Castillo de Chapultepec is located at Primera Sección del Bosque de Chapultepec s/n, San Miguel Chapultepec, 11580 Miguel Hidalgo, Ciudad de México, Mexico, in the Bosque de Chapultepec area of Mexico City. The nearest stations are Chapultepec (Metro Line 1), Gandhi (Metrobús Line 7) and Auditorio (Metro Line 7).

What can I see at Museo Nacional de Historia, Castillo de Chapultepec?

Mexico's national history museum in a hilltop castle, with imperial rooms of Maximilian and Carlota and sweeping city views. Current highlights include Salas del Alcázar, Salas de Historia and Murales.

Do I need to book Museo Nacional de Historia, Castillo de Chapultepec in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Museo Nacional de Historia, Castillo de Chapultepec?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.