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Mexico City: Anthropology Museum Guided Visit

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Activity provider:Amigo Tours LATAM
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Mexico City: Anthropology Museum Guided Visit

Activity provider:Amigo Tours LATAM
4.3  / 5
163 reviews
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See artifacts from Mexico's pre-Columbian heritage on a guided tour of the National Museum of Anthropology. Explore the legacy of the indigenous peoples, including Mayan, Aztec and Zapotec cultures.

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Duration 2.5 hours
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Spanish, English
Private group available

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Highlights
  • Discover objects excavated from archaeological sites across Mexico
  • Explore rooms where small objects, such as spear points, are on display
  • Learn how Mexican people lived in previous epochs
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Enter the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City almost a half century after it was established, and discover why it remains the flagship enclosure safeguarding the legacy of the Mexican indigenous people. Standing as a symbol of identity and a mentor to generations seeking to dig into their cultural roots, the museum is the most popular in Mexico, attracting some 2 million visitors per year. Get insights into the various exhibits and their significance from your guide. Look at objects excavated from archaeological sites, covering vast territories in what is now modern-day Mexico. Learn about the various cultures that created them. Visit rooms where small objects, such as spear points are on display. These were used by early hunters on the continent more than 10,000 years ago. See simple clay pieces used in daily life and as symbolic articles in religious ceremonies. Admire impressive objects such as the Stone of the Sun (Aztec calendar stone). Your guide will explain the meaning of these valuable contributions to Mexico, as well as the ways historians have been challenged to re-think the development of the Mesoamerican people including Mayan, Aztec and Zapotec cultures. Enjoy some free time to explore the museum on your own after the guided tour. 
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  • Guide
  • Entrance to the National Museum of Anthropology
  • Food and drinks
  • Optional tips
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off/transportation

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Meet your guide at the flagpole in front of the main entrance of the Anthropology Museum at 8:50 AM.

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It was very informational and the guide made sure to explain the origins and history behind some of the most prominent plants in the region. Came away feeling much more enthralled with Oaxacans' symbiotic relationship with nature. Highly recommended activity during your stay here!

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July 7, 2023

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This tour exceeded my expectations by far! Emmanuel was extremely knowledgeable and charismatic. Because of his delivery, I’ve retained so much knowledge from the tour and have been able to impress others with fun facts during the rest of my stay in CDMX! Not to mention, his pacing was perfect and the 2.5 hours actually flew by. I highly recommend this tour!!

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May 20, 2023

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Shyanne – United StatesVerified booking

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It just include half of the museum. Maybe this information should be mentioned on the details. The guide “Edith” was great. She really dominate the all details about the pieces. Which is really important :) we continued to explore the other half of the museum by ourselves.

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October 10, 2021

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