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Discover the Vibrant Culture of Mexico City: 10-Day Itinerary

Vertice Travel Agencia de viajes y Turismo.

11 Nov 2023

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Embark on a 10-day adventure in Mexico City, exploring its rich cultural heritage and iconic museums. Immerse yourself in the art world as you visit renowned museums like Frida Kahlo Museum, Museo Nacional de Arte, and Museo Tamayo Arte Contemporáneo. Experience the grandeur of Chapultepec Castle and delve into the city's history at Templo Mayor Museum. This itinerary is perfect for solo travelers seeking an unforgettable cultural journey.

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Day 1

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$13

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$ 1

MODO Museo del Objeto del Objeto

Modern design museum with a collection of commercial packaging, advertising & graphic arts.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Museo del Juguete Antiguo México

Vast collection of old & traditional Mexican toys spread across 4 floors, plus a souvenir shop.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

Day 2

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$43

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$ 2

Alfredo Guati Rojo National Watercolor Museum

Permanent watercolor collection in 6 galleries, covering the Prehispanic to contemporary periods.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Frida Kahlo Museum

Museum dedicated to the life & works of Frida Kahlo located at her bright-blue former home.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$30

22 - 27 min

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Casa Estudio Luis Barragán

Built in 1948, this museum dedicated to architect Luis Barragán is in his former home & studio.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$13

Day 3

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$40

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$ 2

Museo Anahuacalli

Founded by the famous artist Diego Rivera, this stately art museum showcases pre-Hispanic works.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$15

23 - 28 min

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Museo Casa Estudio Diego Rivera y Frida Kahlo

Eclectic museum space showcasing the unique homes, art & studios of artists' Rivera & Kahlo.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

31 - 38 min

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Museo Universitario del Chopo

Cultural hub in an Art Nouveau building with spaces for modern art, dance & Mexican indie cinema.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 4

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$20

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$ 1

Arte Carrillo Gil Museum

Large collection of Mexican & international modern art in diverse media, plus temporary exhibitions.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

34 - 41 min

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Museo Dolores Olmedo

Works by artists like Rivera & Kahlo are featured at this art museum set in a 16th-century hacienda.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$20

Day 5

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$25

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$ 1

The National Museum of San Carlos

Neoclassical building housing a collection of European art from the 14th to the 20th centuries.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$10

7 - 9 min

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Museo Nacional De Arte (MUNAL)

Housed in a grand neoclassical building, this prominent museum features a wide range of Mexican art.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$15

11 - 16 min

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National Palace

This palace is a government building with an office for Mexico's president & murals by Diego Rivera.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 6

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$38

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$ 1

Chapultepec Castle

This historic hilltop castle with views of Mexico City houses the National Museum of History.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$20

12 - 18 min

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Museo Tamayo Arte Contemporáneo

Established museum showcasing contemporary art, including paintings, sculptures & photography.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$18

19 - 23 min

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Palacio Postal

Turn-of-the-20th-century post office featuring a palatial interior & an on-site naval museum.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 7

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$28

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$ 1

Templo Mayor Museum

Museum showcasing archaeological finds & exhibits related to the Aztec civilization.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$15

8 - 10 min

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Museo Franz Mayer

International collection of 16th- & 19th-century decorative arts, including silverware & textiles.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

Day 8

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$25

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$ 1

Museo de la Ciudad de Mexico

Large palace-turned-museum offering tours of the building & exhibits on the history of Mexico City.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

10 - 12 min

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Palacio de Bellas Artes

Dramatic marble performance hall & museum featuring murals by Diego Rivera & other notable artists.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Museo Nacional de la Estampa

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$13

Day 9

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$0

Bosque de Chapultepec

This sprawling city park is 686 hectares & features many attractions such as a zoo & museums.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 10

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$38

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$ 1

Museo Nacional de Antropología

Popular anthropology museum showcasing artifacts from as far back as the ancient Maya civilization.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$18

12 - 15 min

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Museo Jumex

Small museum of contemporary art, offering rotating exhibits in a bold, modern space.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$20

2 - 3 min

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Museo Soumaya

Museum housing an extensive art collection, much of it European, in a modern, curving structure.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $275 In total

Activities & Food:$268

Transport:$8