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Photography Archive Museum

The visual memory of a city that never stops changing

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What Makes It Special?

This museum preserves the visual history of Mexico City. Its exhibitions show how the city, its streets, its people, and its spirit have changed over time.

Did You Know…?

It is located in the Casa de las Ajaracas, a 16th-century colonial-era building, right behind the Cathedral. Its name comes from the geometric ornamentation on its façade.

Don’t Miss

Many of the exhibitions focus on neighborhoods, trades, or events in the city. They’re perfect for seeing what your neighborhood used to be like or for discovering faces that time has almost forgotten.

Plan Your Visit

República de Guatemala 34, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06010 Ciudad de México, CDMX

Opening Hours:

Tuesday through Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Admission:

Free admission

Recommended Visit Time:

45 min

Ideal For:

Photography enthusiastsNostalgic city dwellersUrban historians

How to Get There

Zócalo/Tenochtitlan (Blue Line 2) – 2-minute walk

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

CE-089 Republic of Guatemala – Monte de Piedad – 2-minute walk

Templo Mayor – 3-minute walk

The best option is to take the Metro to the Zócalo station, exit toward the Cathedral, and walk along República de Guatemala Street (next to the Templo Mayor).

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