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The curving, hexagon-tiled aluminium facade of Museo Soumaya Plaza Carso in Mexico City

Museo Soumaya Plaza Carso

ArchitectureArtOpen until 6:30pmFreeSan Joaquín (Metro Line 7)

Opened in 2011 and designed by Fernando Romero, the Plaza Carso flagship of Museo Soumaya (Fundación Carlos Slim) is sheathed in 16,000 hexagonal aluminium tiles. Its six galleries and triple-height vestibule draw on a collection of more than 66,000 works spanning 30 centuries, including one of the world's largest holdings of Auguste Rodin, European Old Masters, New Spain painting, Impressionism and modern Mexican art by Rivera and Tamayo. Admission is free.

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Bulevar Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra 303, esquina Presa Falcón, Ampliación Granada, Miguel Hidalgo, 11529 Ciudad de México, Mexico

Nearest station: San Joaquín (Metro Line 7), Polanco (Metro Line 7) and Antara (Metrobús Line 7)

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MonToday10:30–18:30
Tue10:30–18:30
Wed10:30–18:30
Thu10:30–18:30
Fri10:30–18:30
Sat10:30–18:30
Sun10:30–18:30

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Is Museo Soumaya Plaza Carso free to visit?
Yes, general admission to Museo Soumaya Plaza Carso is free. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of Museo Soumaya Plaza Carso?
Museo Soumaya Plaza Carso is open Open daily 10:30-18:30. Free admission.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Museo Soumaya Plaza Carso?
Museo Soumaya Plaza Carso is located at Bulevar Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra 303, esquina Presa Falcón, Ampliación Granada, Miguel Hidalgo, 11529 Ciudad de México, Mexico, in the Nuevo Polanco area of Mexico City. The nearest stations are San Joaquín (Metro Line 7), Polanco (Metro Line 7) and Antara (Metrobús Line 7).
What can I see at Museo Soumaya Plaza Carso?
Free, shimmering hexagon-clad icon of Nuevo Polanco holding Carlos Slim's vast collection, from Rodin bronzes to Mexican masters. Current highlights include Belleza y redención, Antiguos Maestros Europeos y Novohispanos and 20 siglos de arte en México.
Do I need to book Museo Soumaya Plaza Carso in advance?
Museo Soumaya Plaza Carso is free to enter and most days you can walk in. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.
When is the best time to visit Museo Soumaya Plaza Carso?
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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