National Museum of Anthropology

Museum Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico City, Mexico

What to expect

The National Museum of Anthropology is a national museum of Mexico, showcasing significant archaeological and anthropological artifacts from Mexico's pre-Columbian heritage. The museum features a collection of over 600,000 objects, including the Stone of the Sun and the Aztec Xochipilli statue. With wheelchair accessibility and nearby family-friendly amenities, such as the Chapultepec Zoo and lake, it's a great destination for families

Plan your family visit to the National Museum of Anthropology with these blog insights 👇

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3 Days In Mexico City | Itinerary + 10 Best Things To Do

3 Days In Mexico City | Itinerary + 10 Best Things To Do
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the National Museum of Anthropology, which has an enormous collection of artifacts from Mexico’s rich Aztec history and the colonization of Mexico

Highlights: We found the museum fascinating and were intrigued by the history of Mexico and its culture ✨

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Mexico City: Anthropology Museum and Chapultepec Park

Mexico City: Anthropology Museum and Chapultepec Park
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Anthropology Museum, exploring ancient cultures like the Maya, Aztecs, and Teotihuacan. Little N kept us moving at a nice pace, but fussed if we stayed in one spot too long

Highlights: We were impressed by the museum's scope and curation, with Little N enjoying the exhibits while M and I appreciated the vast knowledge and historical depth ✨

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A Family Break in Mexico City

A Family Break in Mexico City
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City. The twins were fascinated by the Aztec goddess Coatlicue, they read about the gory details of Aztec rituals from their guidebook

Highlights: The twins were fascinated by the Aztec goddess Coatlicue, they read about the gory details of Aztec rituals from their guidebook. They loved exploring the museum and learning about the Aztecs ✨