About
The Museo Nacional de Antropología is an anthropology museum in Mexico City, set on Avenida Paseo de la Reforma within the Bosque de Chapultepec, in the Polanco and Miguel Hidalgo area of the city. It is a popular stop for visitors who want to understand the peoples and cultures that have shaped Mexico.
What you will see
The museum displays artifacts that reach back to the ancient Maya civilization, along with objects from other periods and cultures of the region. Its collections are arranged to show how these societies lived, made things and understood the world around them, so a visit suits anyone curious about history, archaeology or everyday life in past centuries.
Planning a visit
- Location: Av. P.º de la Reforma s/n, Polanco, Bosque de Chapultepec I Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11560 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico.
- Setting: The museum sits inside Chapultepec Park, so it pairs well with a walk through the surrounding greenery.
- Area: Polanco is known for its restaurants, cafés and shops, which make it easy to combine a museum visit with a meal or a stroll afterwards.
Allow a good part of the day, since the collections are extensive and reward unhurried looking. Check current arrangements before you go, as details of access and opening can change.
