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Tamayo Museum of Contemporary Art

The guide was updated: 2024-08-28

Tamayo Museum of Contemporary Art is Mexico City's quintessential art museum where you get to see the genius of Rufino Tamayo plus whatever temporary exhibition is on at the moment. Rufino Tamayo was one of the most renowned artists of the second half of the twentieth century who sought to create paintings in "the Mexican tradition" while distancing himself from the political and nationalist movements. Another big draw of the museum is the brutalist building itself, designed by Teodoro González de León and Abraham Zabludovsky who drew their inspiration from pre-Hispanic architecture. The core of the Museo Tamayo's collection consists of more than 300 works by 170 artists. The collection includes examples of the most renowned artists of the second half of the 20th century.

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Address: Museo Rufino Tamayo, Avenida Paseo de la Reforma 51, Bosque de Chapultepec, CDMX
Opening hours: Tue–Sun 11am–5pm
Tickets: 80 pesos, cash only. Free on Sundays
Website: www.museotamayo.org
Phone: +52 55 4122 8200
Email: info@museotamayo.org

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National Museum of Anthropology

National Museum of Anthropology

The National Anthropology Museum consists of permanent and temporary exhibitions of Mexican art, life and culture. Description texts and audio guides are available both in Spanish and in English making it easy for international travellers to learn about pre-Hispanic and contemporary history. Plan at least two hours to explore the thematic halls of this museum. There are enough exhibits to keep you coming back for days, though.

Frida Kahlo Museum

Frida Kahlo Museum

The Mexican painter and artist Frida Kahlo was born, lived and died in this bright blue house in Mexico City. It has been turned into a museum and now exhibits paintings that made the painter the icon she is today. Best time to visit is on a weekday morning.

Museum of Modern Art

Museum of Modern Art

The Museum of Modern Art in Chapultepec park focuses on displaying modern Mexican art, mainly from the decade of 1930 onwards. The vast collection is presented through temporary exhibitions, usually three or four at a time. MAM is without a doubt the best place to see the widest possible variety of modern Mexican art within a short span of time. Frida Kahlo fans will always find a few of her works on display. Apart from the exhibitions in the main building, you'll find a large garden with numerous sculptures and a cozy cafe to keep your energy levels up.

Soumaya Museum

Soumaya Museum

The most well-known branch of the Soumaya Museum on Plaza Carso houses the eclectic $700 million private art collection of one of the world’s wealthiest men. The glistening facade of the building with its swooping lines is a must for your Instagram feed. Inside, a spiralling ramp will lead you though several floors filled with works of European and Mexican masters. The museum's collection spans 30 centuries of art including sculptures from Pre-Hispanic Mesoamerica, Mexican art, works by European old masters and masters of modern western art such as Auguste Rodin, Salvador Dalí, Bartolomé Esteban Murillo and Tintoretto. It is called one of the most complete collections of its kind.

Museo Jumex

Museo Jumex

Museo Jumex is a contemporary art museum that displays a private art collection owned by the sole heir to the Jumex fruit juice fortune. The exhibitions include works by big names like Damien Hirst, Andy Warhol, Jeff Koons, Marcel Duchamp, Andreas Gursky and Olafur Eliasson. Apart from the art on display, enjoy the beautiful building, a nice cafe and a view of the Soumaya building from the upper floor balcony.

Old Toy Museum of Mexico

Old Toy Museum of Mexico

The Old Toy Museum of Mexico offers a vast, rambling and eclectic collection of toys spanning 4 floors. Everything from Barbie to old, rustic hand-made toys, plus a souvenir shop. The presentation appears random at first, but there is intent behind every composition — to peak your attention, overwhelm with the sheer amount of detail, surprise and pluck at the strings of your nostalgia. It's strange and wonderful and totally worth the admission.

Museum of Folk Art

Museum of Folk Art

The Museum of Folk Art in the historical center of CDMX promotes and preserves part of the Mexican handcrafts and folk art. The old fire house building is filled to the brim with textiles, pottery, glass, piñatas, alebrijes (brightly colored sculptures of fantastical creatures), furniture and much more. Great for a quick visit, but you could also spend hours here exploring all the minute details of artisanal works.

Tamayo Museum of Contemporary Art

Tamayo Museum of Contemporary Art

Tamayo Museum of Contemporary Art is Mexico City's quintessential art museum where you get to see the genius of Rufino Tamayo plus whatever temporary exhibition is on at the moment. Rufino Tamayo was one of the most renowned artists of the second half of the twentieth century who sought to create paintings in "the Mexican tradition" while distancing himself from the political and nationalist movements. Another big draw of the museum is the brutalist building itself, designed by Teodoro González de León and Abraham Zabludovsky who drew their inspiration from pre-Hispanic architecture. The core of the Museo Tamayo's collection consists of more than 300 works by 170 artists. The collection includes examples of the most renowned artists of the second half of the 20th century.

House- Studio Museum of Diego Rivera & Frida Kahlo

House- Studio Museum of Diego Rivera & Frida Kahlo

If you saw the movie Frida, the studio and home of Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo is a must stop on your visit to Mexico City — some of the scenes were filmed here. The complex of buildings is a great example of functional architecture, with its abundance of soft light and free flowing creative atmosphere. The houses are linked with an elevated walkway, representing the separate yet linked lives the two great artists lived. Check for temporary visits before going! Some areas of the house might be closed if there is no exhibit.

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