Anthropology Museum Mexico City hours & visit tips

Anthropology Museum

Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31)	TIMINGS
Monday	Closed
Tuesday (Today)	09:00–18:00
Wednesday	09:00–18:00
Thursday	09:00–18:00
Friday	09:00–18:00
Saturday	09:00–18:00
Sunday	09:00–18:00

Last entry is usually around 7:30pm, but you’ll need at least 2–3 hours to properly explore the museum. On Sundays, entry is free for Mexican citizens and residents, which means it can get extremely busy. Try to book skip-the-line tickets if you’re visiting on a weekend or public holiday.

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Anthropology Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets

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National Museum of Anthropology Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Tickets

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2 hr. 30 min.

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Anthropology Museum & Chapultepec Castle Guided Tour

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5 hr.

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Teotihuacán Ruins + Pre-Hispanic City Walk with Museum of Anthropology Access

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5 hr. - 48 hr.

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When is the Anthropology Museum in Mexico City open?

Anthropology Museum entrance with visitors exploring exhibits in Mexico City.

The Anthropology Museum in Mexico City (officially Museo Nacional de Antropología) is open Tuesday to Sunday, from 9am to 8pm. It stays closed on Mondays, like many other major museums across the city.

If you're planning your visit around your broader Mexico City itinerary, here's how it lines up:

Chapultepec Park hours: 5am to 8pm daily
Chapultepec Zoo hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 9am to 4:30pm
Chapultepec Castle hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 9am to 5pm

That means Tuesday to Sunday is the golden window — when most Mexico City sights open Monday doesn’t apply, because Monday is a rest day for the museum scene here.

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How much time do you need in the Museum of Anthropology Mexico City?

1-2 hours: A quick look at the highlights

If you're tight on time, focus on the Aztec Hall and Maya Room — they’re closest to the entrance and hold the most iconic artifacts, including the Piedra del Sol and a replica of the Tomb of Pakal. This is doable, but it’s fast-paced and you’ll barely scratch the surface.

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3-4 hours: A well-paced visit

This is the sweet spot. You’ll have enough time to explore the ground floor halls — arranged by ancient cultures — and maybe a few upstairs exhibits on contemporary indigenous communities. Take a break in the museum’s shaded courtyard or grab a snack at the café. With this much time, the museum starts to unfold its rhythm.

4+ hours: A full deep dive

If anthropology is your thing, block out half a day or more. You can explore every room, read the bilingual signage, admire the architecture — including the famous umbrella-shaped fountain — and linger in the Oaxaca, Teotihuacan, and Gulf Coast halls. Pro tip: bring a notebook or use your phone to bookmark what to revisit.

Can I visit the Anthropology Museum on a Monday?

No. The museum is closed every Monday, and this applies to most cultural landmarks in the city. If you’re planning your week, Monday is best spent at open-air spots like: