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Bank of Mexico Museum

Art, Money, and Architecture in the Financial Heart of the Country

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What Makes It Special?

Located in the historic main building of the Bank of Mexico, this museum blends Art Deco design, monetary history, and Mexican art into a surprisingly entertaining experience.

Did You Know…?

The building was inaugurated in 1925 and was designed by Carlos Obregón Santacilia. Inside, it houses works by artists such as José Clemente Orozco and Diego Rivera.

Don’t Miss

There is a royal vault containing gold bars and vintage banknotes. Plus, their interactive app lets you “design your own banknote.” Admission is free, but you must register online in advance.

Plan Your Visit

Av. 5 de Mayo 2, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06000 Ciudad de México, CDMX

Opening Hours:

Tuesday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Admission:

Free admission with registration at museobancodemexico.mx

Recommended Visit Time:

1 to 1.5 hours

Ideal For:

History buffsArt loversCurious familiesEconomics students

How to Get There

Bellas Artes (Lines 2 Blue / 8 Green) – 3-minute walk

Bellas Artes (Line 4) – 5-minute walk

CE-055 5 de Mayo – Bolívar – 3-minute walk

Juárez-López Ave. – 3-minute walk

Madero – 2-minute walk

Take the Metro to Bellas Artes and walk along 5 de Mayo; you can also take the Metrobús directly there and cross Eje Central.

Available Services:

Full Accessibility

Guided Tours

Interactive Installations

Restrooms

Shop

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