National Anthropology Museum Tour: Explore Mexico's Largest and Most Visited Museum
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663 Ratings
Ciudad de México
Embark on a virtual tour of Mexico's National Anthropology Museum, the largest and most visited museum in the country. Discover the rich cultural heritage of the Mexicas, Mayas, Toltecas, and more through their pre-hispanic artifacts.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Museo Nacional de Antropologia - The museum represents a remarkable combination of ideological, scientific, and political achievements.\n\nThe museum’s exhibits feature the Sun Stone, colossal Olmec heads discovered in the jungles of Tabasco and Veracruz, artifacts unearthed from the Mayan civilization at the Sacred Cenote in Chichen Itza, and more. It also showcases a detailed replica of the layout of Tenochtitlan, the ancient Aztec capital, which now lies beneath the central part of present-day Mexico City.\n\nThe ground floor’s permanent displays encompass the entire range of pre-Columbian societies that existed on what is now Mexican soil, as well as areas that were once part of Mexico but are currently in the southwestern United States.\n\nIn addition, the museum organizes temporary exhibitions that often highlight the major cultures of the world.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Entrance to National Museum of Anthropology
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
The Anthropology National Museum holds the title as Mexico’s grandest and most frequented museum.
Situated in Latin America, this significant structure houses pre-hispanic evidences from Mexicas, Mayas, Toltecas, amongst others, encapsulating Mexico’s diverse culture as it evolved through time.
Symbolizing indigenous Mexican legacy, the Museum of Anthropology is recognized for its role in preserving cultural heritage and educating those eager to discover their cultural roots.
Admire its groundbreaking architecture, enigmatic art, and meaningful symbolism that contribute to its globally acknowledged reputation.
Within its confines, you will find an impressive array of pre-hispanic relics originating from different regions of the country, epitomizing the many cultures that prospered in what is now known as Mexico.
- It is not allowed to enter with food, drinks or backpacks. Only a handbag is allowed
Location
Museo Nacional de Antropología
Avenida Paseo de la Reforma
The flagpole in front of the main entrance of the Museum at 08:50 a.m.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Ryan_p
Apr 25, 2024
Go for the artifacts stay for the facts! - The museum is lovely, large, and packed with so much history and artifacts. A guided tour offers more information and perspective. You will enjoy this tour and be glad you went!
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Dan4thl
Apr 24, 2024
Leonardo was an amazing tour guide. - Leonardo was incredibly knowledgeable about the historical, religious, architectural, and social aspects of Mexico. He answered our questions insightfully. He clearly has a passion for this work. His English was impeccable. We consider ourselves lucky that he was our tour guide.
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William_m
Apr 22, 2024
Thoroughly Recommend. - I really enjoyed learning about the history of Mexico city. So many things I didn't know. Really fantastic guide.
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Denise_k
Apr 21, 2024
Fantastic tour - Hector was amazing. I really enjoyed our tour. Very informative. I loved that they had headphones so we could hear him.
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42sz6gs766
Apr 19, 2024
Great experience - The amazing huge stone artifacts and the history of Mexico that was displayed in the museum. Thank you
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Anthony_s
Apr 19, 2024
Great English Language Tour - Our guide, Andrés, was very friendly guide who shared his deep pride in and knowledge of Mexico’s indigenous history. Andrés new the museum and staff very well and created a uniquely fun and interesting tour that showcased a rich history and its artifacts. It was important to us to hear a history without the usual a European colonizer narratives that we were taught in our youth. Remember to bring some cash for a well-earned gratuity!
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Wendy_b
Apr 13, 2024
Magnificent museum - Our tour guide, Lucia was very nice and funny. She provided a good amount of information. The museum itself is magnificent. Such a large collection of local cultural artifacts. If you’re in Mexico City, this is a must-see!
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David_s
Apr 12, 2024
Very good museo. Plan to... - Very good museo. Plan to spend full day to appreciate it. So much to see! Tour guide was great and very knowledgeable. Food at on site restaurant is 5 stars too.
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Firanza_f
Apr 10, 2024
Excellent - I did the tour with Alice and she explained so well and her English was really good! I could understand easily.
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Allie_r
Apr 28, 2024
it was okay. - It was very informational, i enjoyed that aspect. however, we stopped and looked at so many maps/landscapes vs the actual artifacts. i felt like it started getting redundant and long winded.
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