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Museo Anahuacalli

ArchitectureArtArchaeologyOpen until 5:30pmFrom £130Xotepingo (Tren Ligero)

Conceived by Diego Rivera and built from the lava rock of the Xitle eruption, the Anahuacalli opened in 1964 with Juan O'Gorman completing the design. Its dark, Mesoamerican-inspired halls display around 2,000 of the roughly 39,000 pre-Hispanic pieces Rivera collected, alongside his studio with preparatory sketches for major murals. A 2021 expansion added galleries for contemporary art, and the grounds protect a 28,000 m² ecological reserve.

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Getting there

Museo 150, San Pablo Tepetlapa, Coyoacán, 04620 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

Nearest station: Xotepingo (Tren Ligero), Nezahualpilli (Tren Ligero)

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Hours

MonClosed
Tue11:00–17:30
Wed11:00–17:30
ThuToday11:00–17:30
Fri11:00–17:30
Sat11:00–17:30
Sun11:00–17:30

Admission

From £130

Mexican nationals 100 MXN; students 40 MXN; seniors 25 MXN; free for children under 6, people with disabilities and residents of neighbouring colonias with voter ID. Photo permit 30 MXN. Ticket does not include Museo Frida Kahlo.

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Museo Universitario Arte Contemporáneo (MUAC)

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Museo Casa Estudio Diego Rivera y Frida Kahlo

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Visitor Information

How much does Museo Anahuacalli cost?
Standard adult admission to Museo Anahuacalli is £130. Mexican nationals 100 MXN; students 40 MXN; seniors 25 MXN; free for children under 6, people with disabilities and residents of neighbouring colonias with voter ID. Photo permit 30 MXN. Ticket does not include Museo Frida Kahlo.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Museo Anahuacalli?
Museo Anahuacalli is open Tuesday-Sunday 11:00-17:30; closed Monday. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Museo Anahuacalli?
Museo Anahuacalli is located at Museo 150, San Pablo Tepetlapa, Coyoacán, 04620 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico, in the Coyoacán (San Pablo Tepetlapa) area of Mexico City. The nearest stations are Xotepingo (Tren Ligero), Nezahualpilli (Tren Ligero).
What can I see at Museo Anahuacalli?
Diego Rivera's volcanic-stone "temple of the arts", packed with his vast pre-Hispanic collection in a Coyoacán lava field Current highlights include Espacio ecológico, Arte indígena, River Rouge — Yeni Mao.
Do I need to book Museo Anahuacalli 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 Anahuacalli?
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.

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