Leon Trotsky House Museum

A fortified house where history, exile, and revolution still permeate every corner

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What Makes It Special?

This was the place where Leon Trotsky, the Russian revolutionary who found refuge in Mexico in 1937, lived and was assassinated. Today, the house remains just as he left it, including his study, his bed, his books, and traces of his daily life.

Did You Know…?

Trotsky was invited to Mexico by Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo, with whom he shared a brief but intense relationship. The museum also preserves his garden, which features funerary urns, personal belongings, and political archives.

Don’t Miss

Perfect for those who enjoy exploring global history from an intimate perspective. The everyday details—reinforced locks, high walls, objects in their proper places—make the experience deeply human.

Plan Your Visit

Av. Río Churubusco 410, Del Carmen, Coyoacán, 04100 Ciudad de México, CDMX

Opening Hours:

Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Admission:

$70 MXN (General Admission); discounts for students and seniors

Recommended Visit Time:

1 to 1.5 hours

Ideal For:

History buffsStudentsPolitical travelersThoughtful readers

How to Get There

Eje Central (Line 12, Gold) – 16-minute walk

CE-656 Ignacio Allende – Paris – 10-minute walk

Churubusco River and Mexico Avenue – 7-minute walk

Churubusco – 11-minute walk

Northern Division – 7-minute walk

You can take a taxi or use a ride-hailing app from the Metro if you'd rather not walk

Available Services:

Bookstore

Guided Tours

Partial Accessibility

Temporary Exhibitions

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