Anthropology Museum & Chapultepec Castle Guided Tour

Your Experience

Your experience

Explore Mexico’s rich heritage on a 5-hour guided tour of Chapultepec Castle and the National Museum of Anthropology.

Getting Started

Meet your guide at the flagpole by the main entrance of the Anthropology Museum at 8:50am After a brief introduction, your guide will handle ticket validation and lead the group through initial security procedures before the tour begins.

What to Expect

This tour combines two of Mexico City’s most significant cultural sites. Chapultepec Castle, perched atop one of the largest urban parks in the Americas, served as both an imperial palace and presidential residence until 1940. The National Museum of Anthropology is recognized as one of Latin America’s most important museums, housing artifacts from Mexico’s ancient civilizations.

Features

• Chapultepec Castle: Walk through historic halls and gardens in the only royal residence in the Americas, with panoramic views over Mexico City.
• 20th-Century Murals: View murals by renowned Mexican artists, including David Alfaro Siqueiros, depicting pivotal moments like the Revolution and Independence.
• National Museum of Anthropology: Discover artifacts from Mayan, Mexica, and Toltec cultures, including the iconic Piedra del Sol (Aztec calendar) and a replica of a Mayan tomb.
• Expert Guide: Gain insights into Mexico’s colonial, imperial, and pre-Columbian history with commentary in English or Spanish.

Note: On rainy days, Chapultepec Castle may close without prior notice; a partial refund will be provided if this occurs.