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National Museum of the Revolution

Tourist attraction Museum

Artefacts from the fight for independence displayed in galleries below the 1938 Revolution Monument. People often mention museum, history, monument, views, view, deck, visit, city, great, observation,


Address

Plaza, Av. de la República S/N, Tabacalera, Cuauhtémoc, 06030 CDMX, Mexico

Website

www.cultura.cdmx.gob.mx

Contact

+52 55 5546 2115

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (7.5K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 9 AM to 7 PM
  • Sunday: 9 AM to 7 PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 9 AM to 4 PM
  • Wednesday: 9 AM to 4 PM
  • Thursday: 9 AM to 4 PM
  • Friday: 9 AM to 4 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: museum (16) history (12) monument (10) views (10) view (9) deck (9) visit (9) city (8) great (8) observation (7)
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  • 4/5 Dave Cash ' h. 9 months ago on Google • 82 reviews
    we loved learning the history of the building and especially enjoyed riding the glass elevator and then climbing the 132 steps to the top. what a view! our only regret was that the tombs of the leaders of the revolution were not available for visitation when we went. we learned that these burial sites are only visitable on certain special dates, like the anniversary of the revolution. all in all, though the museum and observation areas are definitely worth visiting.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 RGSOUNDF 2 years ago on Google
    The Monument is basically divided into two parts; the museum dedicated to the history of the Mexican Revolution of 1910-1920, and the 360° observation deck, which is in its turn consists of upper and lower levels. Unlike the vast majority of the Mexico City museums, the tickets to the Monument could be purchased online. In this case you can enjoy the "beat-the-crowds" faster access; look for the signs in Spanish "For ticket holders" or "Internet tickets". Not being aficionados of the intricate history of the Mexican Revolution, and not being sure if the museum's agenda available in English, we opted for the observation deck only. First an elevator takes you to the last accessible floor, from which nothing really can be seen. Then you take one flight of stairs to the lower level, below which there is a 360° observation deck with a cafe. Just for the observation deck only 15 minutes is more than enough.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Laurency W. 2 months ago on Google • 100 reviews New
    If you visit, you must visit and see the city from above. Enjoy a cup of coffee and snack from one of the dining places inside.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gerardo E. 1 year ago on Google • 118 reviews
    It's a beautiful place. The tickets sales for the lookout is at 12:00 p.m but the museum open already. Actually the ticket is in $150.00 but with student discount is in $130.00 for the lookout, but in the museum is of $40.00 per person. The history in Mexico is amazing.

  • 4/5 Condoz 4 months ago on Google • 115 reviews
    Nice presentation and lots of objects, but sadly everything is exclusively in Spanish.

  • 4/5 L K. 2 years ago on Google
    This was a surprising place! The structure was incredible the tour was very well laid out and the signs were in both Spanish and English. The second part was the museum for the revolution. This also was a very well thought out exhibit, unfortunately the information signs were only in Spanish which was very disappointing. I feel like could’ve learned a lot. I couldn’t seem to connect to the CDMX Wi-Fi system so I feel I really lost out by not being able to translate the signs. We had a cappuccino and a crêpe on the observation deck which was very good.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David S. 5 months ago on Google • 65 reviews
    Had a great time here definitely would recommend a stop if you're in the city.

  • 5/5 Agnes T. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful monument and informative museum. They also have a coin machine for the souvenir. You can also sit on the top of the building and enjoy the view.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sean S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great views and IT IS OPEN MONDAY contrary to what google says.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 LEON E. 1 year ago on Google
    It's an amazing experience,,, very convenient and fun to visit
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Juan P. 3 years ago on Google
    The monument is nice and being able to go up is great but due to covid-19 the museum is closed. You also have to keep an eye out since it appears to be a local point for protest gatherings
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Victor R. 10 months ago on Google
    A magnificent observation deck and a museum in one bottle.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Adrian G. 8 months ago on Google • 32 reviews
    Professional staff. Clean and systematic experience. Sub Level tour of Steel construction. Also a bit of a narrative on the effort and the culmination that is the Museum of Revolution. Elevator service is slick. No waiting on weekdays.

  • 5/5 Jens-Uwe H. 1 year ago on Google • 11 reviews
    Cooler Fahrstuhl, toller Ausblick über die Stadt und eine verwinkelte Treppe bis oben auf die Kuppel! Auf der Plattform (weiter unten) gibt's auch ein kleines Café. Keine Wartezeit. Und hat ziemlich lange geöffnet (bis 20 Uhr).

  • 5/5 Javier M. 8 months ago on Google
    Good place not great but kill your time

  • 5/5 William M. 11 months ago on Google
    Cool place with some nice views

  • 5/5 Liz G. 7 months ago on Google
    Awesome! Great museum and great views!

  • 5/5 KARINA G. 10 months ago on Google
    General fee to the museum $40 mexican pesos around 2.5 usd If you want to visit the roof top $150, 8usd Worth it to visit, lots of mexican history Theres a souvenir shop moreover, a lady downstairs explained details regarding the Monument construction for free!

  • 5/5 Lee L. 5 months ago on Google
    Excellent building and views. The history behind it all and the pictures etc they shown is very interesting. There is an elevator that takes you up 3/4 of the way, but if you wish to go to the very top, it's steps only and not suited for anyone not fit as it is challenging.

  • 5/5 Victoria P. 4 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    Very interesting history, you can go up to the top, great view and good coffee :)

  • 5/5 Alex G. 3 months ago on Google New
    Impressive view, must go here when in CDMX

  • 4/5 Gary H. 1 year ago on Google
    Didn't know it was a museum, will come back to visit!

  • 4/5 Carlos “Brody” Z. 1 year ago on Google
    It's pretty, great view of the city, you will climb a LOT of stairs if you wanna go to the top Top of the monument.

  • 4/5 Danny R. 2 years ago on Google
    The foundations and view from the top are worth the visit. The main Museum is not friendly to non Spanish speaking visitors.

  • 5/5 Stephen Michael Fox J. 3 years ago on Google
    Worth the trip to the top. The museum below offers nice exhibits on the history and construction of the monument. On top, the monument offers beautiful views over the city and a great breeze on a hot day. Highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Jake H. 3 years ago on Google
    Along with Alameda Park/Palacio de Bellas Artes this would the among the first must-see sites that come to mind in Mexico City. Pictures really do not capture just how massive this structure is. The proportions make it seem smaller photographed. This was one of my main orientation points when exploring the area. The dome is also lit up in the evenings, which is gorgeous. The museum itself appears to be closed currently due to Covid, although the viewing deck seems to be open.

  • 5/5 Bo H. 2 years ago on Google
    Another piece of the puzzle of the fantastic history of Mexico

  • 5/5 EllyO 4 years ago on Google
    This a place every Mexican should visit. For foreigners it's a great knowledge of Mexico, its history, culture, evolution and development. The museum is free of charge. If you want to lime the top of the Revolution Monument, there is a small fee. Great views from the top! Expect to climb over 160 stairs of the last part to the 360 grade deck. Highly recommended!

  • 4/5 Janet A. 2 years ago on Google
    Great view of the city and nice tour and history of the monument.

  • 5/5 Thomas P. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful monument and worth visiting

  • 5/5 Russell L. 1 year ago on Google
    Museo y acceso a la cúpula para ascensor. Bien organizado. A well organised visitor attraction with an interesting museum about the Mexican revolution and access to the dome by elevator. Also an attractive café.

  • 4/5 Jeff A. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent views. Tickets can be a mess if you purchase on their website. They tell you will get a QR code in your email. Thats nit true. In their website you get an order number and clink on that to get your QR code. I waited an hour for a QR code that never came because they don't understand their own system. Frustrating. However worth the wait for the views and the coffee on at the viewing deck.

  • 3/5 Robert C. 1 year ago on Google
    This handsome structure is the result of an unfinished parliament building and it serves as a gravesite to revolutionary heroes such as Pancho Villa and others. It is pretty large and impressive and, a sis the case with a whole lot of these, you may ascend to the top to sip overpriced beverages. There is a large plaza with fountains and modern sculptures around it. The monument is best viewed at night because it is light up in different colors as is the fountain in front, which makes for quite a spectacular effect, however the night is when it is the most sketchy to make your way back to your hotel on foot. the area is not all bad its just a bit of a walk from the Zocalo and the old town. Overall, a nice place.

  • 5/5 nataniel m. 2 years ago on Google
    Great museum and beautiful view you need visit the top

  • 3/5 Robert C. 2 years ago on Google
    This handsome structure is the result of an unfinished parliament building and it serves as a gravesite to revolutionary heroes such as Pancho Villa and others. It is pretty large and impressive and, a sis the case with a whole lot of these, you may ascend to the top to sip overpriced beverages. There is a large plaza with fountains and modern sculptures around it. The monument is best viewed at night because it is light up in different colors as is the fountain in front, which makes for quite a spectacular effect, however the night is when it is the most sketchy to make your way back to your hotel on foot. the area is not all bad its just a bit of a walk from the Zocalo and the old town. Overall, a nice place.

  • 5/5 Gil O. 2 years ago on Google
    Such a cool 360 view of the city! This structure has a lot of history! You can get some vertigo as you go up so just consider that. Climbing stairs may be needed if you want to go all the way up!

  • 5/5 Victoria V. 1 year ago on Google
    Very welcoming staff, amazing service, amazing views. Would recommend it if you are ever in the city of Mexico.

  • 5/5 Maricela R. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful Museum and Monument this place is a definite must see..😃❤️❤️

  • 5/5 Steve F. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing views of the city scape! Be prepared to get your heart rate up as you climb stairs all the way to the top of the monument! A must see when in Mexico!

  • 5/5 Aiden R. 2 years ago on Google
    I’m surprised this place doesn’t have more reviews. I actually fell in love with the exterior and especially interior. The child in me was fascinated…and well my adult side as well :]


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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