Caracol History Gallery Museum

The history of Mexico told step by step and in clear terms

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What Makes It Special?

It is a narrative and educational museum that explains Mexico’s major historical events in a clear and visual way. Ideal for those who want to understand—not just observe—the War of Independence, the Reformation, and the Mexican Revolution.

Did You Know…?

It was inaugurated in 1960 with the aim of complementing the tour of Chapultepec Castle. Its name comes from the building’s circular shape, which resembles a snail.

Don’t Miss

Models, dioramas, murals, and visual aids make even complex topics easy to understand. It is ideal for school field trips, as well as for adults who want a clear and organized overview of Mexican history.

Plan Your Visit

Rampa de acceso al Castillo de Chapultepec s/n, San Miguel Chapultepec I Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11580 Ciudad de México, CDMX

Opening Hours:

Tuesday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.

Admission:

$210 General Admission. $105 for Mexicans and residents. Free admission on Sundays.

Recommended Visit Time:

1 to 1.5 hours

Ideal For:

StudentsTeachersDomestic TouristsGeneral Public

How to Get There

Chapultepec (Pink Line 1) – 10-minute walk

Gandhi Line 7 – 10-minute walk

CE-194 Mahatma Gandhi-Reforma Loop – 10-minute walk

Paseo de la Reforma – Lake – 15-minute walk

Chapultepec – 17-minute walk

Perfect as part of the route to the castle. Pedestrian access via the main ramp through the woods.

Available Services:

Educational Spaces

Partial Accessibility

Permanent Exhibitions

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Chapultepec Castle – National Museum of History

168 m away • 3 min walk

Chapultepec Site Museum and Visitor Center

487 m away • 7 min walk

Museum of Modern Art (MAM)

585 m away • 8 min walk

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