Why you should visit National Film Archives of México

The National Film Archives of México is highly recommended for film enthusiasts seeking a cultural and budget-friendly experience. Despite some minor drawbacks, its unique charm, diverse film offerings, and safe environment make it a worthwhile visit.

  1. Visit the National Film Archives of México for its unique architectural design, curated selection of independent and international films, affordable prices, and the overall cinephile atmosphere. It's a perfect blend of culture, entertainment, and affordability.

Highlighted Reviews

  • The Cineteca in Coyoacán is a gem for movie lovers! Affordable tickets, a unique selection of indie and international films, and a cozy atmosphere make it a must-visit.

  • Most beautiful cinema I've ever been to. Amazing movie selection too.

  • Perhaps one of the worlds most beautiful national film archive and screening center!

  • Excellent movie theaters...you could not see anywhere else.

  • Gran lugar. Limpio acogedor y organizado

  • Affordable ticket prices
  • Diverse selection of indie and international films
  • Unique and beautiful architecture
  • Clean and well-maintained facilities
  • Cozy and welcoming atmosphere
  • Safe environment, even at night
  • Kind staff
  • Cleanliness can be an issue
  • Cinema rooms not as well-designed as exterior
  • Food and beverages are not cheap
  • Parking can be difficult

Things you should know before visiting

  1. Buy tickets online in advance for better seat selection. The email confirmation QR code is sufficient for entry. The location is generally safe with tourist activity and security presence, even after dark. Check for film festivals throughout the year.

Visitor Reviews


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  • 5/5 JustALittleChikon 9 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    The building is quite hidden is plain sight, covered by its own metallic structure. The main entrance is a big hallway that leads to a beautiful green space. Payment can be done in ticket boxes or fully-automated via credit/debit cards. The prices are rather cheap and there's a great variety of movies to choose from. Everything is clean. Have fun.

  • 5/5 Ian D. 6 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    This places provide a better cinephile experience than commercial cinema. You can stay tuned for festivals along the year.

  • 3/5 Adriana A. 1 month ago on Google • 5 reviews New
    Está sucio

  • 5/5 victoria g. 3 months ago on Google • 13 reviews New
    The Cineteca in Coyoacán is a gem for movie lovers! Affordable tickets, a unique selection of indie and international films, and a cozy atmosphere make it a must-visit. The architecture and nearby cafés add to the charm. Perfect for a budget-friendly, cultural outing!

  • 5/5 Brenda Z. 1 month ago on Google • 16 reviews New
    Es muy bonito por dentro, las salas son amplias y se ve perfecto desde donde te sientes, las películas que proyectan siempre se encuentran de todos los géneros, le doy 10/10 estrellas 💫 Es un gran lugar para disfrutar en compañía o solo.

  • 5/5 Erick Ortiz P. 1 month ago on Google • 27 reviews New
    Gran lugar. Limpio acogedor y organizado

  • 5/5 Riad 1 month ago on Google • 50 reviews New
    Most beautiful cinema I've ever been to. Amazing movie selection too.

  • 4/5 Luis G. 3 years ago on Google • 61 reviews
    Very good exterior design. Going to the cinema is very cheap and you can see all types of movies. Overall, the location is great and its worth visiting for a while to also have time to visit the gift shops which have great stuff. The only con, is that the cinema rooms themselves are not as well designed as the exterior and food/beverages are not too cheap.

  • 5/5 Olga I. 7 months ago on Google • 67 reviews
    A huge cinema with many halls. They show both new and old films. It amazes with its unusual architecture. There are several cafes on the ground floor.

  • 5/5 Ernesto G. 5 years ago on Google • 75 reviews
    Excellent movie theaters. Now we visited one with an excellent French movie from 1947 that you could not see anywhere else. Very good film. The premises were very good and.clean. nice tables outside to have a refreshment and some cafe shops. The atmosphere is nice. Students and young people were very happy. I was surprised to see so many people fill the theater for this movie, that by the way was very nice. Parking was a little difficult in the street, but you can go to the Cineteca parking building, just look for it in Google and you'll arrive in no time.

  • 5/5 Hector A Contreras F. 5 months ago on Google • 81 reviews
    It was a great experience!! All the collaborators are so kind! The facilities: excellent! The movie highly recommend, I'm talking about Rodrigo Prieto's Pedro Páramo!!

  • 5/5 Gabriel Lagunes C. 1 month ago on Google • 96 reviews New
    Excelente lugar para disfrutar una película de gran calidad cinematográfica

  • 5/5 Nayely C. 1 month ago on Google • 103 reviews New
    Increíble

  • 5/5 Dilan H. 2 years ago on Google • 132 reviews
    I was able to watch a new English movie here (Crimes of the Future). It was in the original English audio with Spanish subtitles. Great experience as a foreign visitor. Safety: 5/5 I went to a 6:45pm showing since I was worried about walking back to my room in the dark. I worried for nothing. After the movie ended around 8pm, it was indeed dark but there was so much tourist activity and security presence, it didn't matter. There are lots of cars driving down the main roads deep into the night so it feels safe. Other people are watching movies too, so you have safety in public crowds. Price: 5/5 My ticket cost 60 pesos (3USD) for 1 adult. Availability: 5/5 Buy tickets ahead of time online for good seats. I got mine the night before and the whole middle section was booked except for a few single seats. Tip: the email confirmation gives you a QR code. As long as you have that, you can enter. Ignore the other instructions about messing with alphanumeric codes etc. Atmosphere: 5/5 There is a wonderful open park area once you enter off the street. Lots of couples hang out and relax. Saw some picnics too. From there, you turn right and enter a little area with shops, restaurants, and typical therater snacks. From this area, each of showing rooms (salas) are connected.

  • 5/5 Ivan Z. 1 month ago on Google • 279 reviews New
    Excelente lugar Altamente recomendable Tiene de todo, cine, restaurante

  • 5/5 Z O L U. 1 year ago on Google • 376 reviews
    Perhaps one of the worlds most beautiful national film archive and screening center! A fabulous architectural structure houses about 10 large screening halls, restaurants, cafes, bookstores, merchandise shops, etc. Refurbished in 2023 its impeccable and digitally advanced, with interactive kiosks to buy tickets, etc. Its 10 theaters screen a well cured selection of national and international, mostly independent movies.


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