The National Museum of Anthropology houses the most important collection of archaeological pieces in Mexico, including the iconic Sun Stone and the Coatlicue statue. Its collection spans all Mesoamerican cultures, with pieces displayed across 11 galleries that explore different periods and regions.
Inaugurated in September 1964 by President Adolfo López Mateos and designed by architect Pedro Ramírez Vázquez, the museum building houses not only archaeological treasures but also the collection of the National Library of Anthropology and History, temporary exhibition halls, and two auditoriums. With its impressive 45,000 m² of construction, it stands as the largest and most important museum in Mexico.
Cost:
$100.00 Free admission for children under 13, students, teachers, and seniors with valid ID.
Free admission for Mexican citizens and foreign residents in Mexico on Sundays.
Web site: http://mna.inah.gob.mx/