# Museo Nacional de Antropología — Mexico City, Mexico

> Designed by Pedro Ramírez Vázquez and opened in 1964, the museum is famous for its central courtyard sheltered by 'El Paraguas', a giant carved umbrella supported on a single column with water cascading around it.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Closed Mondays)
- Admission: MX$95 standard adult admission
- Address: Av. Paseo de la Reforma s/n, Polanco, Bosque de Chapultepec I Secc, 11560 Ciudad de México, Mexico
- Time needed: 3–5 hours
- Official website: https://www.mna.inah.gob.mx/
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- Aztec Sun Stone (Piedra del Sol) — Aztec sculptors · c. 1502
- Colossal Olmec Head — Olmec sculptors · c. 1200 BCE
- Jade Death Mask of K'inich Janaab' Pakal — Maya craftsmen · 7th century CE
- Teotihuacan Murals (reproductions) — Teotihuacan painters · c. 450 CE

## FAQ
**Where is the Sun Stone?**
It dominates the central Mexica (Aztec) hall on the ground floor.

**How much time should I plan?**
Most visitors spend at least three to four hours; a full visit can easily fill a day.

**How long should I spend at Museo Nacional de Antropología?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is Museo Nacional de Antropología best known for?**
Designed by Pedro Ramírez Vázquez and opened in 1964, the museum is famous for its central courtyard sheltered by 'El Paraguas', a giant carved umbrella supported on a single column with water cascading around it. Key highlights include Piedra del Sol (Aztec Sun Stone), Olmec colossal heads, Mayan funerary mask of K'inich Janaab' Pakal.

**How do I get tickets for Museo Nacional de Antropología?**
MX$95 standard adult admission Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://www.mna.inah.gob.mx/

**Can I visit Chapultepec Castle the same day?**
Yes — the castle is a 20-minute walk through the park. Allow a full day for both the anthropology museum and the castle.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/museo-nacional-de-antropologia/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.