Private Tour
Private Mexico City Anthropology Museum Tour
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Join us on a thrilling time-travel adventure through the captivating Mesoamerican culture on a private tour at the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City, led by an enthusiastic historian and certified tour guide. This private journey is like a magical portal into the heart of Mexico's vivacious heritage.
The Mesoamerican culture rooms are treasure troves of Olmec, Mayan, and Aztec wonders. You'll come face-to-face with colossal stone heads, decode the enigmatic Mayan hieroglyphs, and bask in the sheer grandeur of the Aztec Sun Stone. Your guide will weave tales of Mesoamerican history, showcasing the mosaic of cultures, from the crafty Zapotecs to the masterful Mixtecs.
Prepare to be enchanted, to dance through time, and to depart with an everlasting love for the kaleidoscope of Mesoamerican culture.
-This tour can be adapted to your needs.
-Get valuable insights and a customized experience from a local expert.
-Time is only spent on the tour.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The museum has some adapted areas for disable people on wheelchairs.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Discover the secrets of Mexico's captivating past with your guide and enjoy a journey through time as you explore the awe-inspiring civilizations of the Olmec, Mayan, and Aztec peoples. Stand in wonder before colossal stone heads, decode intricate Mayan hieroglyphs, and witness the grandeur of the Aztec Sun Stone. Also, immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Mesoamerican culture, from the Zapotecs to the Mixtecs.
What‘s Included
Guided tour at the National Museum of Anthropology
Entrance fee
Guide service
Meals
Pick-up/drop-off
Travel insurance
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Private Mexico City Anthropology Museum Tour
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Silvia Luz is a fantastic guide!
V8533ODjoses,,Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything I can say about Silvia is little, so I will sum it up by saying that my memory of Mexico City will always be associated with the three tours she offered us: all different, all done with passion, knowledge and professionalism. And very much so! The first day we were shown the Zocalo, the Cathedral, the tile house, the murals of the Palace of Fine Arts... The second day we also had a driver (Fede, very attentive and helpful) and we could enjoy Xochimilco, the House of Frida Kahlo and Coyoacán, the Anauhacalli museum... The third day we dedicated to the anthropological museum and Chapultepec castle. At the end of the three days we felt we knew the history and culture of Mexico. His advice also helped us plan the rest of our time in the city. In short, I recommend Silvia Luz 100%.
A truly authentic experience!
Talia M,,May 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00As two history nerds we were so happy to find a fellow nerd in Sylvia. She has this enthusiasm not only for the facts and history, but for how it applies to us today. The tour was an incredible back and forth conversation where our curiosity fueled her energy. It’s not some cookie-cutter tour that she just sleep-walks through. She manages to make ancient history fresh and feel alive. As a couple who rarely takes tours bc they tend to be very surface level and “touristy”, I can’t recommend any tour with Sylvia enough. We are so grateful for the Emerson’s experience we had with her and hope to return to try her other offerings. If you’re looking for a tour of this museum, THIS IS THE ONE!
Silvia was terrific! ...
Matthew W,,Mar 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Silvia was terrific! Great enthusiasm and knowledge, and she engaged the whole group, including the kids.
First rate guide
Linda H,,Jan 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Sylvia was a fabulous guide for the Anthropology Museum. Not only was she extremely knowledgeable, but she was articulate, helpful and engaging. She involved us by asking us to describe what we were seeing in the museum exhibits. Her enthusiasm for history and culture was infectious. And to top it off, she is a lovely and fun person. I would and will recommend her to friends who travel to Mexico City.
Wonderful experience with a passionate guide
nicolajenkin,,Jan 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Silvia was an excellent guide. I'd heard the Museum can be overwhelming, with little English signage. Being an historian, Silvia expertly covered the history of Mexico sharing fascinating insights, answering questions and making the mass of exhibits relatable. I highly recommend her as a guide to this amazing must visit museum. Thank you Silvia.
Silvia was an excellent...
Nicola J,,Jan 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Silvia was an excellent guide. I'd heard the Museum can be overwhelming, with little English signage. Being an historian, Silvia expertly covered the history of Mexico sharing fascinating insights, answering questions and making the mass of exhibits relatable. I highly recommend her as a guide to this amazing must-visit museum. Thank you Silvia.
Sylvia was great. It was...
Tracy J,,Jan 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Sylvia was great. It was a great overview of the history of Mexico. It was really nice having a private tour with attention paid to our questions. We even made a small detour whe. We asked to see a specific artifact!
Fantastic Anthropolgy Museum tour
Scenic50269999822,,Jun 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was of the Anthropology Museum. Silvia was awesome…she is really very energetic and has such a passion for what she does…she is extremely knowledgeable and pointed out many fascinating facts about the various mesoamericana civilizations….would hire her again if the opportunity comes up.
A great and in-depth tour
Rich S,,May 21, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Sylvia was an excellent guide around the museum. She is friendly and extremely knowledgeable about mesoamerican history, and brought the museum to life. I can't imagine how much less valuable it would have been to go through the museum without her. She was also very accommodating, rescheduling when our party couldn't make the scheduled time. A++! Thank you Sylvia.
Silvia is a Gem!
bridgettecard,,Mar 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I've just returned from my first trip to CDMX where I experienced two tours with Silvia; Murals and the Museo Nacional de Antropologia. One of the reasons why I selected Silvia was her fantastic smile in her photos, she seemed genuinely warm and kind. I wasn't wrong! As a guide, I'd recommend booking her based upon her historical knowledge and as a CDMX native, she is an absolute gem! First, I am learning Spanish and she was gracious enough to expertly flex from Spanish to English with me. The Anthro museum is a highlight of CDMX and Silvia brought the history alive. Without her, it would have been just relics and reading museum texts. She highlighted the unique achievements and attributes of each indigenous group. Among a ton of displays, she focused on specific objects and shared the meanings of the symbols. During the murals tour, it was a pleasure to discuss art with Silvia. I left the tour with an understanding of the murals genre, the major artists of the movement and how this genre came to shape the Mexican identity/voice in art history. In addition to all of this, Silvia is kind and easy to chat with. She is someone you will definitely want to spend time with while in Mexico.
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