Mexico City Tour of the National Museum of Anthropology

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Duration3h
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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Can you imagine exploring thousands of years of Mexican history in a single visit? Discover the secrets behind some of the most extraordinary pieces at the National Museum of Anthropology alongside an expert guide. From the first inhabitants of the Americas to the rise of the great Mesoamerican civilizations, you’ll explore the Peopling of the Americas, Preclassic, Teotihuacan, Toltec, Mexica, and Maya galleries while uncovering the stories, symbols, and mysteries behind iconic masterpieces such as the Atlantean figures of Tula, the Sun Stone, the monumental Coatlicue, and the recreation of Pakal’s Tomb. Gods, rituals, warfare, power, and everyday life come together in a journey designed to take you beyond simply looking at the artifacts and reveal the details that often go unnoticed. Six galleries, thousands of years of history, and an experience designed to help you make the most of your visit to one of Mexico’s most important museums.

What's included

  • Guidance and assistance throughout the entire tour
  • Expert context on Mesoamerican civilizations
  • Professional guide with a background in History
  • Meals
  • Hotel pick-up or transportation from other locations

What to expect

  1. Museo Nacional de Antropologia
    3h · Admission ticket included
    We’ll begin with the Peopling of the Americas, where you’ll discover how the first inhabitants arrived and lived on the continent; continue to the Preclassic Central Highlands, exploring the emergence of the first Mesoamerican villages and societies; and then visit Teotihuacan, where we’ll uncover the daily life, architecture, and worldview of one of ancient Mexico’s most powerful cities. In the Toltec gallery, you’ll discover the city of Tula and its imposing Atlantean figures; in the Mexica gallery, you’ll encounter monumental masterpieces such as the Sun Stone and Coatlicue while learning about their gods, rituals, and expressions of power; and finally, in the Maya gallery, we’ll explore their writing, beliefs, and political life through extraordinary artifacts and the impressive recreation of Pakal’s Tomb.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Look for us wearing our pink T-shirts and holding pink umbrellas, right in front of the entrance to the National Museum of Anthropology.

End point

Look for us wearing our pink T-shirts and holding pink umbrellas, right in front of the entrance to the National Museum of Anthropology.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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