Fodor's Expert Review Museo Diego Rivera–Anahuacalli

Coyoacán

A devoted collector of pre-Hispanic art, Diego Rivera built his own museum to house the more than 45,000 artifacts he collected over his lifetime—which, sadly, came to an end several years before this impressive volcanic-rock building with a design inspired by ancient Mexican pyramids was completed in 1964. The third-floor studio, with its massive wall of windows, displays sketches for some of Rivera's most celebrated murals. Be sure to make your way to the rooftop, which affords sweeping city and mountain views, especially if it's a clear day. During the weeks surrounding Día de Muertos, you can view a remarkable altar in honor of Rivera himself. Although located in the larger delegación of Coyoacán, the museum is in the neighborhood of San Pablo Tepetlapa, about a 15-minute Uber ride south of Coyoacán's historic center; it's also a short walk from the Nezahualpilli light rail station.

Quick Facts

Calle del Museo 150
Mexico City, Mexico City  04620, Mexico

55-5617–4310

www.museoanahuacalli.org.mx

Sight Details:
Rate Includes: MX$90 (includes admission to Museo Frida Kahlo), Wed.–Sun. 11–5 (last entry at 4:30), Closed Mon.

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