Anthropology Museum Mexico City Tour: Discover Ancient Treasures (3h)

Overview

Step into the past with the Anthropology Museum Mexico City Tour! Wander through halls filled with ancient relics, towering stone carvings, and intricate goldwork that reveal the secrets of Mexico’s great civilizations. Feel history come alive as you explore the legacy of the Aztecs, Mayans, and beyond. Ready to travel through time? Let’s go!

Highlights

Itinerary

Get ready for the Anthropology Museum Mexico City Tour! A trip through time. A captivating journey through Mexico’s pre-Columbian heritage. Meet your guide and prepare to uncover the secrets of one of the world’s most renowned museums, home to an extraordinary collection of artifacts that tell the story of the great civilizations that once flourished in Mesoamerica.

Our exploration begins in the Aztec halls, where history comes alive through magnificent relics. Stand before the legendary Stone of the Sun, known as the Aztec calendar stone, and be dazzled at its intricate carvings depicting cosmic cycles and sacred rituals. Gaze upon the enigmatic Xochipilli statue, a stunning representation of the Aztec god of art, games, and pleasure, surrounded by floral motifs that symbolize a connection to the divine.

Next, we will travel to the world of the Mayans, one of the most advanced civilizations of ancient America. Discover their extraordinary architectural prowess, admire unique jade masks, ceramics, and sculptures, and learn about their sophisticated writing system, one of the few fully developed in pre-Columbian America. As you wander through the halls of the museum, be transported to the heart of Mayan culture through its impressive murals, artifacts, and funerary treasures.

But the adventure doesn’t stop there! Continue exploring the Olmecs, Mixtecs, Zapotecs, and other influential civilizations that shaped Mexico’s past. Admire the colossal Olmec stone heads, remnants of a society that flourished thousands of years ago, and delve into the artistic mastery of the Mixtecs and Zapotecs, whose intricate goldwork and ceramics continue to amaze historians today.

As the tour comes to an end, take a moment to appreciate the enduring legacy of these ancient cultures, still woven into the traditions, beliefs, and art of modern Mexico. This experience is more than just a museum visit—it’s a time-traveling adventure that connects you to the very soul of Mexico’s history and identity.

How is this tour different?

Authentic

  ?How this tour provides an actual image of the destination, life, and practices of the host community.

We do our best to make our trips educative and fulfilling, in which travelers can interact with local populations, learn about their traditions, and culture, and connect with their core values.

A tour with impact

  ?How this tour positively affects the destination and local communities on economic, socio-cultural, and environmental dimensions.

We support the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Our tours are aligned with SDG 8 and 12, focusing on empowering local communities and promoting sustainable consumption and production practices. We take tourists to underdeveloped regions, creating opportunities for economic growth while respecting local traditions and educating communities on sustainable approaches.

Other

  ?Other advantages this tour offers to travelers.

• We will spend the time of the Mexican National Museum of Anthropology tour purely on activities and sightseeing: no visits to souvenir shops or restaurants (unless you ask).
• An ideal choice for small groups: the price of the tour varies just slightly depending on the size of your group.
• We are flexible: we can adjust the program and route to your interests while the duration of the tour can always be extended for an extra fee.

Prices

• This tour is private: only your group will participate.
• The price per person is variable and depends on the size of your group (please choose the number of participants in the booking calendar ➡️ to see the final price).

Inclusions

Included ✅

Local Expert Guides

Service of a multilingual local guide:

• Small-group tour: English & Spanish (our guides are bilingual). 
• Private tour: Spanish & English + other languages (e.g. French, German, Italian, Portuguese) upon prior request (based on availability).

Activities

Entrance and guided visit to the National Museum of Anthropology

         

Excluded ❌

Accommodation

Accommodation is not included: find the one exactly for you.

Personal expenses

Transportation

Flights

Flights are not included: check our partner deals.

Insurance

Travel insurance is not included: find insurance tailored for you.

Tips

Meals

Details

Customization ? The way how tour organizer can customize this tour for you

We can do the following customizations on your request (subject to availability and needs to be confirmed before the tour):
1. Adjust the starting time of the tour.
2. Adjust the time you spend at each destination of the tour.
3. Add extra places of your choice (e.g. attractions, restaurants, etc.) to the itinerary on a complimentary basis if those visits.
(1) fit the default duration of the tour, (2) don’t involve a significant change of the route and extra fees (e.g. entrance tickets, tolls, parking, etc.).
Changes other than those will involve an extra fee and must be communicated to the tour organizer at least 72h before the tour (e.g. in the “Special Requirements” field during the booking or via email).

Cancellations

This and most of our 1-day tours can be canceled up to 48 hours before the departure (see cancellation policy for more info).

Frequently asked questions:

How do I book?

To reserve the tour, select a date and complete the booking form. Afterward, you will receive a confirmation email.

How can I contact the tour organizer?

The tour organizer's contact phone number and email can be found in the confirmation email. If you have any other questions you can also contact us.

Cancellations & Modifications

You can review the full terms and conditions of each tour organizer before completing your booking. To cancel or modify your booking, contact the organizer directly using the email or phone number provided in your booking confirmation. Cancellations and modifications are subject to availability and approval by the organizer, based on their terms and conditions, which will be provided during the booking process.

Unless explicitly stated (when "Tour Organizer" is listed as Vibe Adventures), the tour and activity providers ("Tour Organizers" – see the tour widget for more details about each organizer) are independent third parties and not agents or affiliates of Vibe Adventures. Therefore, Vibe Adventures is not liable for any injuries, illness, accidents, delays, negligence, fraud, weather conditions, or expenses related to the Tour Organizers, their tours, or their affiliates. If the tour does not include insurance, travellers are responsible for obtaining travel insurance, as well as having valid passports, visas, and necessary vaccinations.

If you have any other questions please contact us.