Museum of Mexican Medicine – Palace of the School of Medicine

From Traditional Healer to Surgeon: A Journey Through the Science of the Mexican Body

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What Makes It Special?

Located in the majestic Palace of the School of Medicine, this museum offers a fascinating journey through the history of medicine in Mexico. From pre-Hispanic herbal medicine to modern surgery, this museum celebrates our understanding of the human body.

Did You Know…?

The building served as the headquarters of the Holy Office of the Inquisition in New Spain, and later as the UNAM School of Medicine. Today, its rooms house antique instruments, manuscripts, anatomical models, a 19th-century apothecary, and themed galleries on legal, forensic, and surgical medicine.

Don’t Miss

Don't miss the Anatomy Room or the Cabinet of Medical Curiosities: both are as unsettling as they are educational. If you're interested in science, this museum is an unexpected gem in the heart of downtown.

Plan Your Visit

República de Brasil 33, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06010 Ciudad de México, CDMX

Opening Hours:

Every day from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Admission:

Free admission

Recommended Visit Time:

1 to 1.5 hours

Ideal For:

Medical studentsCurious mindsCultural travelersResearchers

How to Get There

Zócalo/Tenochtitlan – 6-minute walk

Republic of Argentina (Line 4) – 5-minute walk

CE-262 Republic of Cuba–Republic of Brazil – 4-minute walk

Republic of Argentina – 5-minute walk

It's very easy to get to from the Zócalo Metro station; just exit near the Templo Mayor Museum and walk down Brasil Street.

Available Services:

Partial Accessibility

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