Anthropology Museum: 10 Masterpieces Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1–3 hours
- Price from
- $50 / person
- Location
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 12 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Up to 25 people
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Walking Tours Mexico Aztlan
- Meeting point
- We start at 9:30 pm; Look for our orange umbrellas and T-shirts with the Mexico Aztlan Walking Tours.Frente al monolito "Tlaloc", junto a Reforma Avenue, búsquelo en Google Maps.
Description
Stop 1 | Monolith of Tláloc – 10 min Rain, water, fertility, and sacred power. Stop 2 | The Umbrella – 10 min The museum’s iconic symbol of water, earth, and sky. Stop 3 | Mammoth Skeleton – 10 min Prehistoric life and early humans in ancient Mexico. Stop 4 | Olmec Colossal Head – 15 min Leadership, ritual power, and monumental art. Stop 5 | Aztec Sun Stone – 25 min Mexica time, gods, creation, and cosmic cycles. Stop 6 | Teocalli of the Sacred War – 15 min Sacred warfare and the myth of Tenochtitlan. Stop 7 | Coatlicue – 15 min Life, death, fertility, and transformation. Stop 8 | Bat God Mask – 15 min Sacred animals, night, and the underworld. Stop 9 | Toltec Warrior Legacy – 15 min Warrior imagery and the legacy of Tula. Stop 10 | Pakal’s Tomb – 30 min Maya royalty, funerary rituals, and Xibalba.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 3:00 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Nov 7
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $50
- Child (ages 3–11)
- $20
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $75.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 94 of the next 125 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 1.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Museo Nacional de Antropologia
Discover the National Museum of Anthropology through its 10 essential masterpieces on a curated guided tour designed to reveal the soul of ancient Mexico. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by the museum’s size, travelers will follow an optimized route from the monumental Monolith of Tláloc to the Mexica, Olmec, Oaxaca, Toltec, and Maya rooms. Along the way, they will explore iconic treasures such as the Aztec Sun Stone, the Teocalli of the Sacred War, the Bat God Mask, the Olmec Colossal Head, and Pakal’s Tomb through myths, symbols, gods, sacred animals, and expert storytelling.
What's included
Included
Guided tour of the National Museum of Anthropology.
Entry
Not included
Transportation. Approximate cost of 15 USD
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
12 reviews
How it compares in Mexico City
- Starting price $50 is 23% below the typical $65 for tours of similar length in Mexico City
Excurgo comparison of 2,334 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Anthropology Museum: 10 Masterpieces Tour take?
Anthropology Museum: 10 Masterpieces Tour lasts about 1–3 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Anthropology Museum: 10 Masterpieces Tour cost?
Prices start at $50 per person for this Mexico City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $75. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Anthropology Museum: 10 Masterpieces Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 3:00 PM.
How much does Anthropology Museum: 10 Masterpieces Tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay from $20, adults from $50.
Does Anthropology Museum: 10 Masterpieces Tour sell out?
It can: 94 of the next 125 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Anthropology Museum: 10 Masterpieces Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We start at 9:30 pm; Look for our orange umbrellas and T-shirts with the Mexico Aztlan Walking Tours. Frente al monolito "Tlaloc", junto a Reforma Avenue, búsquelo en Google Maps. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Anthropology Museum: 10 Masterpieces Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(12)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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