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Templo Mayor Museum

Tourist attraction Museum Archaeological site

One of the Top rated Museums in Mexico City


Address

Seminario 8, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06060 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

Website

www.templomayor.inah.gob.mx

Contact

+52 55 4040 5600

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (30.6K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 9 AM to 5 PM
  • Sunday: 9 AM to 5 PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 9 AM to 5 PM
  • Wednesday: 9 AM to 5 PM
  • Thursday: 9 AM to 5 PM
  • Friday: 9 AM to 5 PM

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  • 1/5 R. Hiram H. 1 year ago on Google
    They don’t allow water. Many museums do not allow water, but they will hold it for you. These people will not do that. Mexico City is at a high altitude and you need water. I went in while my wife had to wait outside to hold the water. I found that most of the good stuff could be viewed from the terrace which you can go on for free. I recommend you pass up paying admission to go see this place unless you are really really interested in Mayan history.
    12 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Klau P. 1 year ago on Google
    Don't bring water or gum, you'll have to toss it in the trash. It is very hot so bring a hat on and good shoes, so much to see, outside is very hot but inside the museum is very nice and cool. Its an archeological site that is worth the price (4USD) and it is very historical! Discovered in 1978 the Templo Mayor was then opened to the public and we are able to see history within our reach. It's a must see in Mexico City and you must read everything to learn about the history of the site.
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  • 5/5 Mr G. 2 years ago on Google
    If you are in Mexico City, you have to al least walk by this place. Unfortunately, it was still.closed due to Covid (June 2021). However, we found a guide that gave us a quick 15 minute tour and info about the ruins from the top of the location. As you can see from the pics, there is still plenty to see from the street. Spend the $10 bucks for the tour, they give you plenty of good info, English or Spanish. Enjoy y'all.
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  • 5/5 Ngo Hai A. 4 years ago on Google
    The Templo Mayor (Spanish for "[the] Greater Temple") was the main temple of the Mexica peoples in their capital city of Tenochtitlan, which is now Mexico City. Its architectural style belongs to the late Postclassic period of Mesoamerica. The temple was called the Huēyi Teōcalli [we:ˈi teoːˈkali] in the Nahuatl language. It was dedicated simultaneously to Huitzilopochtli, god of war, and Tlaloc, god of rain and agriculture, each of which had a shrine at the top of the pyramid with separate staircases. The spire in the center of the adjacent image was devoted to Quetzalcoatl in his form as the wind god, Ehecatl. The Great Temple devoted to Huitzilopochtli and Tlaloc, measuring approximately 100 by 80 m (328 by 262 ft) at its base, dominated the Sacred Precinct. Construction of the first temple began sometime after 1325, and it was rebuilt six times. The temple was destroyed by the Spanish in 1521 to make way for the new cathedral. The Zócalo, or main plaza of Mexico City today, was developed to the southwest of this archeological site, which is located in the block between Seminario and Justo Sierra streets. The site is part of the Historic Center of Mexico City, which was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1987. It received 801,942 visitors in 2017.
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  • 5/5 Sinéad B. 1 year ago on Google
    Really interesting place. Very well laid out with rooms for various different periods in history. Lots of information in English to help tourists (like me). Gives you a good appreciation for the various different Mexican cultures and influences. Overall, a great place to visit for 2 hours. One caveat - make sure you are not overcharged at the entrance. We were a party of 2 and he charged us for 3 people. He wasn't remotely apologetic and hadn't given us a receipt at the time so we were lucky we had internet to show him the card transaction. Entrance should be MXN 85 per person.
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  • 5/5 Nikko 3 months ago on Google • 1183 reviews New
    So far the best museum we've been to in Mexico. It's perfectly signalled. There is an order and purpose in each room. Explanations are both in Spanish and English. The collection and quality of objects is superb.

  • 5/5 Robert C. 2 years ago on Google
    The museum of the great Aztec temple has two parts, the archeological excavation and the museum building where some of the more important pieces are housed. The entrance fee is quite affordable at c. 60peso which is less than $4 USD. The excavation itself has some signs which are in spanish and english, that explain what you're looking at so no guide is necessary though it is MUCH better to see the place with a guide. The indoor museum features Aztec art which consists, mostly, of pieces recovered from the dig. Two gigantic sculptures serve as centerpieces of the exposition. Word of advice, wear sunscreen when visiting as the outdoor area is quite large and you'll get a sunburn.
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  • 5/5 D C. 2 months ago on Google • 166 reviews New
    A great place to make you realize where you (we) are coming from --who we are, Native Americans. This is our heritage! We belong to a great civilization and we, Mexicans, are Native to this land. When white European people (now) living in the United States (because of their ancestors migrated to our land, this continent) try to call you (us) illegal, remember that you (we) are Native to America! Templo Mayor is a great place to visit, which is full of rich history, to help us remember (wake us up) where we are from. If you live in the USA, feel what our ancestors created and take this power, energy and knowledge back with you and raise your head up! We are truly Native Americans!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 A C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wonderful and outstanding site worldwide, especially when it is located near the central point of Mexico City. Only in Rome or Cusco have I seen such a thing. (Original) Yacimiento maravilloso y destacadísimo a nivel mundial, especialmente cuando se encuentra vecino al punto central de la Ciudad de México. Solo en Roma o Cusco he visto cosa semejante.
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  • 3/5 Reginald W. 2 years ago on Google
    Our visit here was somewhat of a letdown, I must confess. While the surrounding area and the Zócalo are certainly worth visiting due to the striking architecture in the area, the ruins were not as memorable as many others I’ve visited, both in Mexico and elsewhere. Meanwhile, the hours posted were not those in effect and so when we got there for opening time it was still closed. Returning an hour later we learned that we couldn’t enter with our water containers and that here was no place to check our packs “due to the pandemic”…¿what?!!! We gave up without seeing the museum itself.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Max B. 2 years ago on Google
    The old aztec city "Tenochtitlan" and especially the ruins of the "Templo Mayor", which was the main temple of the city, are very interesting and definitely one of the archeological highlights of CDMX! The good thing is that you can see the ruins and a model of the ancient city pretty well from the terrace at the entrance for free. So if you are mainly interested in that, maybe you can save you’re money for the museum because for me, the realisation of the museum is not really good. The enterance fee is 80 pesos (for all foreigners) and the exhibitions are not that interesting. The information signs are rarely translated into english. Furthermore you are not allowed to bring any food or liquids into the museum and there is no place to store it during your visit so you would have to trash it before you go in. I would recommend to have a look at the ruins and the models for free and get all your informations in the museum of anthropology which depicts them way better!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Steve W. 1 year ago on Google
    Fascinating place and history. To think Mexico is built right atop of the original city only a few meters above it! LOTS of well preserved artifacts - any one of which would be prized by any museum.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Phil B. 8 months ago on Google
    The Spanish intentionally destroyed the Aztec (Mexica) capital of Tenochtitlan by building what is now Mexico City on top of it. Hence the ruins here are fairly minimal compared to some of the other archaeological sites in Mexico and neighbouring countries, and require quite a lot of imagination as only a tiny proportion of a once huge complex has been excavated. Still, what there is gives some sense of the scale and how things developed, and even if there are no complete pyramids or buildings left to see, the real highlight is the museum. This contains some stunning finds from the site which are thoughtfully presented, with plenty of context and history. All the major labels and boards are translated into English; although a few pieces are in Spanish only, this won’t affect the experience for those who don’t speak the language. Allow plenty of time - we spent well over two hours here - and beware of stepping across lines or using the wrong door to avoid the army of whistle-blowing police officers!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrew N. B. 1 month ago on Google • 357 reviews New
    Expansive grounds with several sections to the museum. As the grounds house a few different buildings, it helped that the entire area had a logical clockwise flow that was fairly well marked. It made moving through the area efficient and feel less crowded. You'll have to give your bags to security, but like every other museum in the city, it's a free service. Also, don't mind the sewage smell in the first part as there was a sewage line built through the main ruins before they knew what the site housed. You'll see both pre-colonial and colonial historical artifacts which help bridge the divide between the two eras. We were there for over 2 hours and if we had of gotten there earlier, could have easily spent 3 hours.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Kata G. 2 months ago on Google • 95 reviews New
    To walk around this old temple and listen to the history is unforgettable experience. The place has so much stories and soul. At the entrance they will check your bag and if it’s to big you have to store at the left side. Read the notes and walk around outside too. Tipp: the experience is better if you have somebody with you explain some details about the ruins.
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  • 5/5 Alan Job Montellano J. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent enclosure, the museum was recently remodeled, in addition the investigations are first level. It is a pity for the enormous corruption of the INAH, otherwise it would be a place that would attract three times as much tourism, but above all there would be many more published works. It is advisable to visit it during the week since there are fewer people, preferably if you have a student ID, since it is free. Sundays are usually very, very crowded, mainly with foreign tourists. Your visit will be much more fruitful if you take them with a specialized guide. Highly recommended. (Original) Excelente recinto, el museo se remodeló hace poco, además las investigaciones son primer nivel. Es una lástima de la enorme corrupción del INAH, sino sería un lugar que atraería el triple de turismo, pero sobre todo habría muchos más trabajos publicados. Es recomendable visitarlo entre semana ya que hay une menos cantidad de personas, preferentemente si cuentas con credencial de estudiante, puesto que es gratuito. Lo domingos suele estar muy, muy lleno, príncipalmente de turistas extranjeros. Tu visita será mucho más fructífera si las tomas con guía especializado. Altamente recomendable.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 GUSGUS 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The main temple is a good place to learn about the development of the Mexican culture and its traditions, the museum is ideal to learn without distractions, it is ideal for history lovers and students who want to learn more about the subject. The cost is free for children under 14 years, students and seniors. (Original) El templo mayor es un buen lugar para aprender sobre el desarrollo de la cultura mexica y sus tradiciones el museo es ideal para aprender sin distracciones, es ideal para los amantes de la historia y estudiantes que quieran aprender más del tema. El costo es gratuito para menores de 14 años, estudiantes y adultos mayores.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lipsticks and B. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place, the ruins are open to the public
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marius D. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is huge but it's a must if you're in CDMX. This is the spot where the grandest Aztec temple stood. A temple that kept expanding with each new emperor. It boasts an outdoor exhibition where you see the ruins, but there's also a huge indoors space describing Aztec culture, artefacts, and what happened with the temple after the Spanish conquest. Super informative, you'll spend at least 2 hours here.
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  • 3/5 Ahmad 1 year ago on Google
    The museum has very nice collections of artifacts but with mostly illustrations/captions in Spanish. I had to use Google translate to navigate my way and enjoy the visit. Some artifacts could have been better displayed.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lukasz Z. 1 year ago on Google
    Good museum with quality exhibits. The ruins are worth the visit. The artefacts are very well laid out across multiple floors that are easy to navigate.
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  • 5/5 Joe C. 9 months ago on Google
    The ruins themselves can be viewed without purchasing a ticket. The actual museum with the pieces found inside the temple is huge. There are thousands of well preserved pieces so if you intend to really read and take everything in it might take you a while. Try to go on a weekday in order to avoid the crowds.
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  • 5/5 Debisree R. 8 months ago on Google
    A must visit place near zocalo of CDMX if you are interested in pre- Hispanic mesoamerican culture. It has the architectural ruins of primitive structure belonging to pre Colombian time. You can take a tour overseeing the excavated ruins along with a museum. It has many sections, tons of artifacts on display, and the very famous wall of skulls. If you already visited the national archeological museum, probably you have seen similar stuff. However, paying attention to details, reading the description might give you goosebumps that you are standing on the very same lands where so many ancient people used to reign. A must visit if you are around. The museum was very hot and stuffy when I visited in the summer. I don’t know why there was no air conditioning inside.
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  • 5/5 Dean M. 1 month ago on Google • 163 reviews New
    Very interesting museum documenting the historical evolution of this site which used to hold a pyramid which was then stripped to help build the church next door. The museum does not look like much at first, but it goes on to a second building which is quite extensive. Some of exhibits are somewhat redundant with much of the material at the museum of archeology, but if that's something you're interested in, it's really worth seeing both.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Dariusz P. 3 weeks ago on Google • 250 reviews New
    Good site to visit, but don't get hung up on just the outdoors artifacts! The impressive stuff is inside the museum that is located a brief walk past the entry point. The lineup to get in may be a tad long, but hang in there. Bags can be checked in, but as with many other places you cannot bring liquids in, even if they are in your bag. So plan accordingly.

  • 5/5 Martha D. 5 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place with so much history! A must go to place and be prepared to be there minimum 4 hours. So much to see and read about.
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  • 5/5 Grissel O. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A big place If ever a foreigner comes to live, please take him there he will be able to know our culture and our beautiful roots You will understand how below the CDMX there is another whole city (Original) Un gran lugar Si alguna vez los viene a vivirse un extranjero por favor llévenlo ahí podrá conocer nuestra cultura y nuestras hermosas raíces Entenderán cómo abajo de la CDMX hay otra ciudad entera
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  • 5/5 Kahle G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Every time I can and I have the opportunity (or I'm close) I really enjoyed taking a walk around this beautiful place. In addition, from the top (which is visible to the freely passing public) you can see a large part of the temple and appreciate its beauty and architecture, and at night it goes without saying, at night it also has a spectacular view. Super recommended to know the heads nailed or embedded in the walls. (Original) Cada vez que puedo y tengo oportunidad (o estoy cerca) disfrutó mucho dar una vuelta por este hermoso lugar. Además que desde la parte superior (que está visible al público que transita libremente) se puede ver gran parte del templo y apreciar su belleza y arquitectura, y de noche ni que decir, de noche tiene una vista espectacular también. Súper recomendado para conocer las cabezas clavas o empotradas a los muros.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Edward E. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is incredible that things from the Aztec empire continue to be found in the center of CDMX and not only in that place. (Original) Es increíble que se siga encontrando cosas del imperio azteca en el centro de la CDMX y no solo en ese lugar.
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  • 5/5 alfredo r. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very historical place (Original) Muy histórico lugar
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  • 5/5 Alexandra W. 4 years ago on Google
    So you really do have to visit the site. The ruins are incredible and there are English texts to explain what you are looking at. The museum part is a bit of a mishmash and lacking much explanation in English, so for non-Spanish-speaking visitors it’s kind of a wash - a bunch of artifacts with no context. I cruised though pretty quickly because it just didn’t hold up next to the spectacular ruins and I didn’t really know what I was looking at.
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  • 5/5 Paul D. 4 years ago on Google
    This is one amazing place and so well presented and preserved. Gives us an idea of how advanced the people were in the past and how inventive they were using available materials to make things work back then. The displays are so well done. You need quite some time to do it justice.
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  • 5/5 Baron M. 5 years ago on Google
    Breath taking ruins placed right next to the cathedral built from its stolen stones. A moving walk through history. Attached to a wonderful museum dedicated to the Aztec civilization. Not only will you see an amazing site, but you will probably also learn some thing. Try to swing by on a Sunday when all museums in Mexico City are free. Well worth it
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  • 5/5 irlanda c. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Without words, simply beautiful, amazing and full of history. Walking around the city and suddenly encountering this culture shock is simply amazing! (Original) Sin palabras, simplemente bello, asombroso y lleno de historia. Caminar por la ciudad y de pronto encontrarte con este choque cultural es simplemente asombroso.!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Johnattan S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I am from Guatemala, I have visited the main temple in Mexico and I love it, I am a lover of archeology and Mexico has plenty of that, I have affection for Mexico for everything it offers to the visitor, one of the most beautiful countries in the world without doubt (Original) Soy de Guatemala , he visitado el templo mayor en México y me encanta , soy amante de la arqueología y de eso tiene de sobra México , le tengo cariño a México por todo lo que ofrece al visitante , uno de los países más bonitos del mundo sin duda
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  • 5/5 Aletzin K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good remodeling and museography (Original) Buena remodelación y museografía
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  • 4/5 Mauricio P. 2 years ago on Google
    Just reopened. Fair price (80 pesos) to this ancient temple right in the heart of downtown The temple it's in amazing shape
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  • 4/5 Sven S. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice and interesting Museum that teaches about the Tenochtitlan-City. The good part is behind the outdoorarea in the actual museum which has a lot of interesting facts and things to see. Try to do that and the Archeological Museum as it gives a deeper unterstanding.
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  • 5/5 Karel 1 year ago on Google
    Whats up everyone!! If you are looking for a great museum about the history of the cultul of Mexico, you definetely should come here! A beautiful walk around the ruin plus 8 rooms of a lot of beautiful things to see and learn! I recommend this place for everybody who visit mexico city!
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  • 5/5 Angel L. 1 year ago on Google
    This is great museum in Mexico City, if one is downtown this is a must visit for Mexicans and foreigners. The museum has nice facilities and a very well (dated sequence) planed path to understand ancient Mexican history. This museum is not as big as the "Antropología" one (also) in Mexico City. So "Templo Mayor Museum" can be completed in one morning.
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  • 5/5 Zhulnevikurn H. 2 years ago on Google
    It was a very enjoyable visit, and there was a lot to explore. You have to give it at least 2-3 hours to properly see everything and immerse yourself in the ancient Mexica culture.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Arianet M. 1 year ago on Google
    Incredible museum that shows us the greatness of the Mexican ancestors. Take your time if you are not used to a high level above the sea, you may feel short of breath, so take your time and enjoy this magnificent museum.
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  • 5/5 David T. 10 months ago on Google
    Awesome pieces from Aztec times, entry at a very low price (around 6 dollars), well built, different rooms separated by themes or chronologically. It’s a visit that would take a couple of hours. I would recommend do the cathedral, the templo mayor, the national palace, the whole zocalo and this museum in a day.
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  • 5/5 Viola C. 11 months ago on Google
    Worth the visit at only 90 pesos, but avoid bringing water, liquids and food. They gave ours back to us when we left the museum, but I’ve read reviews saying otherwise. Very interesting to hear about the history of this site, especially in relation to the church next door. Just an FYI that a lot of the exhibits do not have English explanations, but we learned enough through the ones that did.
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  • 4/5 Zoltan L. 6 months ago on Google
    A museum which is not too overwhelming yet interesting, because it’s exhibits are all finds from literally beneath its structures. On the other hand, it’s relatively simplistic, as it deals with a relatively short period of time and mostly with one location / culture only. If in the area it’s worth a visit, which can be easily limited to less than 2 hrs.
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  • 5/5 Polina 6 months ago on Google
    It’s a must visit archeological site in CDMX. Templo Mayor is the main temple of Tenochtitlan, the capital of the Aztec empire and the place where the most important ritual and activities in Aztec life took place. Almost nothing of the construction of the temple remains, but in the museum there are model reconstructions from which you can get a real idea of the temple. The museum also has a large collection of Aztec artifacts, found in the ruins around the Templo Mayor, very well preserved and presented. Note that it is closed on Monday and no food or water is allowed inside.
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  • 5/5 Alex k. 4 months ago on Google
    It’s amazing that one can see Aztec ruins in the middle of Mexico City! Leave a couple of hours for this museum. I recommend you go later in the afternoon and finish off with a margarita or two at the adjacent roof terrace! The view over the ruins and sunset are so worth it!
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  • 5/5 Gilda G. 4 months ago on Google
    Visited the historic center in Mexico City. Went to see how the church built on top of the pyramids. There’s a museum where excavations continue and artifacts are being found. There’s a museum where lots of the findings are in exhibit
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  • 4/5 Clement C. 1 month ago on Google • 117 reviews New
    Part of the ruin can be viewed from the street but the majority of it is either too far or covered under a roof to be seen without entering the site. The best part of the Temple Mayor is really the indoor museum with the artifacts and explanations. It is worth spending a couple hours here.

  • 5/5 Prashant 4 years ago on Google
    A reminder of how close the ancient world is to the modern. An old centre of the city right in the middle of the present day Mexico city. The outer compound is actual ground zero of the main temple of the Mexica people. Further in there is an indoor air Conditioned museum that houses all the artefacts in 8 separate rooms which take you on a journey around how life was for the people then. Some ancient relics have been found as early as 2006. A golden piece of history. One drawback I saw was there was no audio guide. Plus some exhibits did not have any English details which was frustrating.

  • 5/5 Erik Z. 4 years ago on Google
    A must when going for the first time to CDMX. Needed to understand the complex reality of this incredible country. The cradle where the brutal birth of the Mexico of today started. Worth worth worth.

  • 5/5 Candace P. 4 years ago on Google
    Really neat to see it in the spot it's supposed to be in. Museum is nice, ruins sight has a great layout 80 pesos well spent, definitely check it out.

  • 5/5 Jesus C. 4 years ago on Google
    This place might not look surprising at first sight. You have to understand, read and visualize what the Mexicas created & build having a powerful meaning and reason to everything they accomplished.

  • 5/5 Fabian G. 4 years ago on Google
    It's a very good place to visit and learn more about this town on how it started.. There is lots to see and lots of place to shop and eat

  • 5/5 TheRex R. 4 years ago on Google
    This is must when visiting Mexico. A great place to start your México City experience. The experience will take you on a historical ride of a life time. A place where ancient structures and modern ones share time and space. The tickets are cheap and the experience is priceless. I recommend taking the metro here or an Uber. Because of its historical value this place gets 5 stars!

  • 3/5 Michael K. 4 years ago on Google
    Worthwhile, smallish museum whose main feature is the ruins of the principal Aztec temple (much of which one could see from a bit more distance for free without coming inside).

  • 4/5 Alex N. 4 years ago on Google
    Overall a very well setup museum though small. I’d say content could be better for how the structure was built and come to be. Though the anthropology was well done and described.

  • 5/5 amelia fernanda p. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Majestic from the name, the Templo Mayor protects the most precious of our history. The vestiges of this ceremonial center give an account of the lineage of all Mexicans and the vast cosmogony that still prevails today. So that there is no doubt, in each archaeological piece there is information about it, both in Spanish and English (Original) Majestuoso desde el nombre, el Templo Mayor resguarda lo más preciado de nuestra historia. Los vestigios de este centro ceremonial dan cuenta del linaje de todos los mexicanos y de la vasta cosmogonía que hasta hoy prevalece. Para que no quepa la duda, en cada pieza arqueológica hay información al respecto, tanto en español como en inglés

  • 5/5 Thania F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is definitely more beautiful when there are no people. ❤️ (Original) Definitivamente es más bonito cuando no hay personas. ❤️

  • 5/5 Elina M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) impressive (Original) impressionnant

  • 5/5 Maria Arriola F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It's an incredible place. Built by Ramírez Vázquez following the logic of the Templo Mayor (Huitzilopochtli-Tlaloc), it is one of the most interesting museums in CDMX. (Original) Es un lugar increíble. Construido por Ramírez Vázquez siguiendo la lógica del Templo Mayor (Huitzilopochtli-Tlaloc), es uno de los museos más interesantes de la CDMX.

  • 5/5 Blue S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It seems like nothing. But when he went to look at it There are a lot of interesting things The temple was built over For many times Some spots still see colors that have not faded. Even more, go to see the museum and I would like to say that It took a day to complete. There are a lot of details, you can enjoy all day long. (Original) เหมือนจะไม่มีอะไรนะ แต่พอได้เข้าไปเดินดูแล้ว มีอะไรน่าสนใจเยอะมาก วัดถูกสร้างทับๆ กันมาหลายสมัย บางจุดยังเห็นสภาพสีที่ยังไม่เลือนหายไป ยิ่งได้เข้าไปดูพิพิธภัณฑ์แล้วขอบอกว่า ต้องใช้เวลาเป็นวันเลยกว่าจะดูครบ มีรายละเอียดเยอะมาก เดินเพลินๆ ได้ทั้งวันเลย

  • 5/5 Liliana Del Carmen Sanchez M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a really interesting museum, it seems that time had stopped when admiring the places where the Aztec gods lived (Original) Es un museo realmente interesante parece que el tiempo se hubiese detenido al admirar los lugares en que vivieron los dioses aztecas

  • 4/5 Kars L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Archaeological zone in the Center of CDMX, the museum is full of Mexican history and culture. Also, surrounded by wonderful and emblematic buildings. On Sundays, access to the museum is free (Original) Zona arqueológica en el Centro de la CDMX, el museo está lleno de historia y cultura mexicana. Además, rodeado de maravillosos y emblemáticos edificios. Los domingos el acceso al museo es gratuito

  • 5/5 Yesca 1. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) An incredible museum and the best content !! A great collection of the pre-Hispanic past of the historic center of Mexico City (Original) Una museografia increíble y el contenido de lo mejor!! Una gran colección del pasado prehispánico del centro histórico de la ciudad de México

  • 5/5 Efraín N. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) History and magic (Original) Historia y magia

  • 5/5 Niurka P. 3 years ago on Google
    intersting place to visit

  • 5/5 Santiago H M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A clean place, learn about a part of the Mexican culture (Original) Un lugar limpio, aprender sobre una parte de la cultura mexicana

  • 5/5 David P. 5 years ago on Google
    What a fascinating archeological structure. As beautiful as the cathedral is, I would have preferred to see this Aztec site in full regalia. The museum was closed, but I did manage to take in the scale of the ruins and used my own imagination. Amazing.

  • 5/5 Md Shikarun Nur S. 3 years ago on Google
    A wonderful place that I ever seen before 😍👍🤘 Really a nice and peaceful place.. Like,the people, the roads, the states,the communications, And all of the things is very good But I don't see anything in my eyes,😉 Just see in many videos and pictures which is in the social media and internet.😍 I wish if have a chances to get me in here. Or anyone get me to visit with him I will be waiting for that😋 Thank you for your time to read my pleasure ❤️ Take love from my hard 💘🇧🇩 Stay blessed 💞

  • 5/5 Dipumaza- Google Trusted P. 3 years ago on Google
    The Templo Mayor (Spanish for "[the] Greater Temple") was the main temple of the Aztec people in their capital city of Tenochtitlan, which is now Mexico City. Its architectural style belongs to the late Postclassic period of Mesoamerica. The temple was called the Huēyi Teōcalli [we:ˈi teoːˈkali] in the Nahuatl language. It was dedicated simultaneously to Huitzilopochtli, god of war, and Tlaloc, god of rain and agriculture, each of which had a shrine at the top of the pyramid with separate staircases. The spire in the center of the adjacent image was devoted to Quetzalcoatl in his form as the wind god, Ehecatl. The Great Temple devoted to Huitzilopochtli and Tlaloc, measuring approximately 100 by 80 m (328 by 262 ft) at its base, dominated the Sacred Precinct.Construction of the first temple began sometime after 1325, and it was rebuilt six times. The temple was destroyed by the Spanish in 1521 to make way for the new cathedral.

  • 5/5 Maddy M. 3 years ago on Google
    Incredible museum in the heart of the city, absolutely worth the visit if you’re in area. It doesn’t take too long to go through and have some amazing artifacts. Parts are still being uncovered by anthropologists, so you’ll likely see something new each time!

  • 5/5 Rodrigo M. 3 years ago on Google
    Huei Tzompantli under Mexico city The tower of skulls erected by the Aztecs in Tenochtitlan According to the researchers Tzompantli was to demonstrate the might of the empire to enemies. Prisoners of war were sacrificed to Aztec Gods and displayed on their towers. The Aztecs practiced these ritual killings because they believed the sacrifices kept their the gods alive and ensured the world would keep turning to it's best. Such sacrifices, called nextlahualtin (which translates to "payment of debts"), were seen as a way to curry favor with the divine. Spanish conquistadors destroyed the Huei Tzompantli tower, but archaeologist are unearthing its ruins.

  • 4/5 Eazy C. 4 years ago on Google
    This place is truly wonderful! So much to read and learn. The museum has 8 floors and has many different types of exhibits. From daily life, what they ate, who and how they worshipped. The museum does not allow water in so make sure you are hydrated. There are bathrooms provided but no drinking fountains. This is really a must stop in Mexico city and you can spend hours here!

  • 5/5 Stephen Michael Fox J. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome archaeological site & museum right off the City's main square / Zocalo. You are provided access to walk amongst the ruins at the epicenter of the former indigenous Aztec empire's sacred temple of Hueteocalli. It's amazing to be there in person and realize what once stood all around you. The museum inside is well appointed with many informative exhibits and models of the former indigenous capital city.

  • 5/5 Alona S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) They could not get in due to the fact that Mexico City was in the red zone (January 2021). But the photo shows a very beautiful place! (Original) Так и не смогли попасть из-а того, что Мехико-Сити было в красной зоне (январь 2021). Но на фото - очень красивое место!

  • 5/5 Armando Guzmán M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wonderful experience touring the temples of our past. (Original) Maravillosa experiencia recorrer los templos de nuestro pasado.

  • 3/5 ALEJANDRO S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is very cool, interesting things are seen (Original) Está muy padre se ven cosas interesantes

  • 5/5 Allan Jose Luis Galvez M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Agile entry. Indoor exposure is excellent and with good indoor temperature. (Original) Entrada ágil. La exposición interior es excelente y con buena temperatura interior.

  • 5/5 Edwin J. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) If you are near the Zócalo (CDMX main square), you must visit this incredible museum. The best is first thing in the morning. Long live Mexico! (Original) Si estás cerca del Zócalo (plaza principal de la CDMX), debes de visitar este increíble museo. Lo mejor es a primera hora. ¡Viva México!

  • 5/5 jesus ethyck F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) History 💜😍😻 (Original) Historia 💜😍😻

  • 5/5 Jorge D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice place to know ... Very safe and with a lot of history! (Original) Bonito lugar para conocer... Muy seguro y de mucha historia!

  • 5/5 Brenda Ariana Martínez L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great history inside the museum, impressive walls and conservations Let's not forget the way in which architecture played a very important role in the findings and the way in which things happened is reflected in each part, each explanation that make up the museum Excellent destination! (Original) Gran historia dentro del museo, impresionantes paredes y conservaciones No olvidemos la manera en la que la arquitectura tomó un papel muy importante en los hallazgos y la forma en la que sucedieron las cosas se ve reflejada en cada parte, cada explicación que conforman el museo Excelente destino!

  • 5/5 Ramon S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) One more story of our Mexico (Original) Una historia más de nuestro México

  • 5/5 Dulce Dark M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a great museum, all very attractive and interesting, you can enter the ruins to admire them up close, the occasion that I visited it, there were many people and it seemed to me that information was needed about the exhibited pieces. Personally it is a nice and interesting place :) (Original) Es un gran museo, todo muy atractivo e interesante, puedes entrar en las ruinas para lograr admirarlas de cerca, la ocasión que lo visité, había mucha gente y me pareció que hacía falta información sobre las piezas exibidas. En lo personal es un lugar agradable e interesante :)

  • 5/5 Tatjana T. 3 years ago on Google
    Rich archaeological site + a museum on the both sides of ruins. Signs on English and Spanish

  • 5/5 Leticia Z. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful and historic place. (Original) Hermoso e histórico lugar.

  • 5/5 Laura R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It really gave me great pleasure to know a place that I only saw on television, in books the place where it all started I felt lucky to be there thank God I hope to return and be able to enter the museum (Original) En verdad me dio mucho gusto conocer un lugar que solo veía en la televisión, en los libros el lugar donde empezó todo me sentí afortunada de estar ahí gracias a Dios espero volver y poder entrar al museo

  • 5/5 ko s. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) There are many interesting exhibits. (Original) 興味深い展示が多いです。

  • 5/5 Karen M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful museum and the location in which it is located. (Original) Hermoso museo y la ubicación en la que se encuentra.

  • 5/5 David M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) One of my favorite museums, full of history. Great service. (Original) De mis museos favoritos, lleno de historia. Buen servicio.

  • 5/5 ANA GABRIELA H. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Fantastic (Original) Fantastico

  • 5/5 Silvia R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful place (Original) Hermoso lugar

  • 5/5 paola angelica sosa s. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is the best archaeological project in the world. (Original) Es el mejor proyecto arqueológico del mundo.

  • 5/5 Patricia C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Museum located in the center of Mexico City that tells the history of the Mexica and their activities (Original) Museo ubicado en el centro de la ciudad de México que cuenta la historia de los mexicas sus actividades

  • 5/5 America Vanessa Caudillo Y. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I like the place because it is lapsed and also shows a large part of what Mexicans were at some point in history, however, the facilities need more maintenance. (Original) Me gusta el lugar porque es transcurrido y además muestra gran parte de lo que fuimos los mexicanos en algún momento de la historia, sin embargo, las instalaciones necesitan más mantenimiento.

  • 4/5 Bruno Jaramillo S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Sad to see how one of the most beautiful places in Mexico City remains closed, I will never forget the visual delight that this site gave me, enjoying the old buildings (Original) Triste ver como uno de los sitios más hermosos de la ciudad de méxico permanece cerrado, nunca olvidaré el deleite visual que me proporcionó este sitio, disfrutando de las construcciónes antiguas

  • 5/5 Eduardo Quintero S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very interesting from start to finish that lucky to live in this country (Original) Muy interesante de principio a fin que afortunados en vivir en éste pais

  • 5/5 Britany H. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I loved the place a memory of what was once in Mexico in ancient Tenochtitlan, there this part of our history, the exhibitions and architecture is incredible this is something that happened years ago and we can witness it today. (Original) Me encantó el lugar un recuerdo de lo que alguna vez estuvo en México en la antigua Tenochtitlan , ahí esta parte de nuestra historia, las exposisiones y arquitectura es increible esto es algo que pasó hace años y nosotros podemos presenciarlo hoy día.

  • 5/5 paulina s. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I loved the museum of the main temple I recommend it (Original) me encanto el museo del templo mayor se los recomiendo

  • 5/5 daniel s. 3 years ago on Google
    Museum is closed but still enjoyable experience

  • 5/5 Alan K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wow! Wow!! (Original) Wow! Uau!

  • 5/5 Víctor M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great site museum. In addition to the archaeological site, there is the museum, which has many rooms, you occupy a minimum of half a day to explore it quietly (that is, reading the descriptions of the pieces). (Original) Estupendo museo de sitio. Además del sitio arqueológico, está el museo, el cual tiene muchas salas, ocupas medio día mínimo para recorrerlo tranquilamente (es decir, leyendo las descripciones de las piezas).

  • 5/5 Loryen S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A reconnection of energy and time with your essence, your roots. (Original) Una reconexion de energía y tiempo con tu esencia, tus raíces.

  • 5/5 J E. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very complete and of great cultural learning (Original) Muy completo y de gran aprendizaje cultural

  • 4/5 Jaime Alberto Campos G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Closed (Original) Cerrado

  • 5/5 Alexis G. 2 years ago on Google
    Gorgeous. Loved it though no food even inside bags aloud. Very good musuem.

  • 5/5 Howard B. 2 years ago on Google
    I must say this rates 10 stars. This is simply one of the most complete archeological museums with an awesome collection, exquisite esthetic sense and an exceptional layout to flow you through it. I think I left there with sensory over load. This a must see museum.

  • 3/5 888 C. 2 years ago on Google
    The museum was closed. But I met kind of spiritual enents. It was wonderful to meet them.

  • 5/5 Andres C. 2 years ago on Google
    The Templo Mayor has been always my Museum of preference in Mexico City. It is dedicated to the Aztec culture: Tenochtitlan. The arqueoligical site was closed to the public (COVID-19) but the Museum was open. Excelente información a a huge coleccion of arqueological findings. You cannot visit México City without making a stop at this wonderful place.

  • 5/5 Nicholas M. 2 years ago on Google
    unfortunately, the ruins were closed cause of storm damage when i visited. so i’ll have to come back when it’s back in operation!

  • 5/5 Martin M. 2 years ago on Google
    Great museum at the hart of Mexico City. It explains many interesting facts about Aztecs. A factual discussion analyzes why they were defeated by spaniards and how art crafts, meals and traditions adapted after they were conquered.

  • 5/5 D G. 2 years ago on Google
    Templo Mayor Museum is the main temple in Tenochtitlan now Mexico city. It's astonishing that they've uncovered many treasures and offerings in this temple. They have several exhibits: archaeological background, ritual and sacrifice, tribute and trade, Huitzilopochtli, Tláloc, flora and fauna, agriculture, and historical archeology. This temple was dedicated to the gods. Definitely worth visiting, fair price, and near other museums.

  • 5/5 alfredo c. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent museum, way more than what I expected, go with plenty of time, at least 3 hours

  • 5/5 Julian Romero I. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice historical site! This is an experience you must partake in. The history of what happened here is sad, but the information provided explains in good detail what happened to the Aztec people. If you're in Mexico City make a point to see this site.

  • 5/5 V & V. 2 years ago on Google
    Gem of a place in the city center. It is worth the visit inside and the museum. Museum is huge and needs atleast half day to experience properly. We were short on time and were able to get maximum experience in 2 hours. Entry to the museum closes at 5 pm, but once inside you can explore till 5.45.

  • 5/5 Luis G. 2 years ago on Google
    Great museum. Lots of stuff to see with historical and pre-historical artifacts. If you love cultural education, this is a good start and informational stop to make. Great prices. Clean facilities. Staff is serious about conserving the integrity of the artifacts displayed, so please respect the rules and do not touch or crossed any lines (very obvious on the ground). They have an elevator too

  • 5/5 Artur N. 2 years ago on Google
    What an amazing place! If you want to imagine and experience how CDMX looked like before the Spanish invasion (and destruction of its rich culture) Templo Mayor Museum is the right place to visit.

  • 4/5 Larry L. 2 years ago on Google
    Cool archeological dig in the middle of Centro district, uncovering lots of ancient monoliths. Affiliated with the Anthropology museum.

  • 5/5 Papa P. 1 year ago on Google
    Simply amazing! The museum is very well organized but I didn't know there was one. I thought I was coming to see some ruins and that's it. I wish there was better signage to traverse the ruins and to guide tourists over to the museum housing all the amazing discoveries unearthed during the excavation of Templo Mayor. A must see for anyone visiting Mexico City!

  • 5/5 Tomek B. 2 years ago on Google
    Must see in Mexico City. Unfortunately due to Covid not every part of ruins is accessible. Interesting museum on site.

  • 5/5 Ivan D. 1 year ago on Google
    Interesting large museum with plenty of items from pre-Spanish history. Some items only have Spanish description, but no English. Nice outside area to see the remains of temple. Fair price of $85 MXN.

  • 5/5 Feng H. 1 year ago on Google
    This is another gem among all the amazing museums in the city. Has the indoor and outdoor spaces. Very well organized. Just follow the single route and you’ll see everything. At least 80% of the object descriptions have an English translation.

  • 5/5 Laura J. 9 months ago on Google
    Fantastic museum if you like prehispanic culture. They have larger pieces like the Coyolxauhqui stone and Tlaltecuhtli stone. They also have very many interesting small pieces too. Be prepared to leave your water bottle behind. This museum is definitely worth the entrance fee.

  • 5/5 Preeti G. 1 year ago on Google
    Very interesting museum with different floor each explaining history from different time period. They have both Spanish and English language at most of the stands. I visited this on Sunday and it is free on Sunday. It is recommended to carry a hat or a cap as part of the museum is open and in the morning the sun is too strong. Water bottles are not allowed in the museum.

  • 4/5 dipika 11 months ago on Google
    If you don't have a lot of time, this is a convenient and well-designed attraction to learn about CDMX's pre-Hispanic history. It should take you exactly 2.5 minutes to feel disgusted by the colonialism once you learn what you're standing on and around. The museum is expensive and could take you a full afternoon itself. One big issue for us was that they don't allow any water bottles inside, empty or otherwise, so make a note of that.

  • 5/5 Marshallfv 9 months ago on Google
    +1 Food and +1 production in lake area! However as Pete the great, I don't usually get enough fresh water, and so as the museum. They wouldn't allow any type of water inside, and you must empty your bottle. I felt extremely thirsty after ten minutes entering the museum.

  • 5/5 Goku N. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing museum , me and my partner headed there to learn more about mexican history and see the infamous skull wall but the museum is so much more than that. You definitely need to check it out!

  • 5/5 Sara D. 6 months ago on Google
    This place is amazing. My only problem is that I didn't have more time to spend there. The museum area is very amazing with a lot of cultural and historical items

  • 5/5 Guillermo V. 5 months ago on Google
    If you're into history/archeology, you have to visit this place, it will be worth it. There are two parts, the outside part where you see the ruins and the inside part, which is a museum with many artifacts, as well as bones/skulls (both human and animals). The ruins part, they do have information in both Spanish and English, but for the museum part, most of it is in Spanish, there are some displays that are in English, but not many (if you don't know Spanish, use Google translate on your phone).

  • 5/5 Ashley E. 5 months ago on Google
    This is a must see when visiting Mexico City, as it offers a rich history on the indigenous origins of the city, which are impressive. It’s a great combination of outdoor archaeological space and an indoor museum that’s been well curated. Plan to spend 2-3 hours soaking everything in!

  • 4/5 Frederick Du R. 4 months ago on Google
    Very nice and interesting museum. Just what a shame that the staff doesn't speak English and no audio guides available. Mexico City really needs to work on translating in English.....

  • 5/5 Jyson L. 8 months ago on Google
    This was the best museum I have been to in Mexico (almost the best I've ever been to!). I had no idea how expansive the museum part would be. The information provided (most with English translations) was perfect in depth and length to get a good sense of the story and the significance of what we were seeing. There is a smooth logic to the progression of the museum party. The artefacts and exhibits are beautifully presented and lit. I am still amazed following my visit. I hate to say it, but I got so much more out of this museum visit than the Museo de Antropologia (perhaps because it was more digestible?). I loved the mixture of seeing the actual ruins still in situ nestled amongst the bustling and vibrant city centres with the backdrop of the cathedral and other buildings around the Zocalo. It still blows me away that all of this was hidden amongst the centre of one of the largest cities in the world and new things are still being discovered. CDMX and all who were involved in discovery, excavation, research, protection, conservation and presentation should be proud of their work. I definitely recommend!

  • 4/5 Sharath B. 2 months ago on Google New
    Really nice museum but needs a lot more labels and guidance, especially on the outside. The inside of the museum on the other hand is fantastic, and I really appreciated the bilingual signage on most exhibits. Interesting and well done but knocking off 1 star due to the lack of information on the outside.

  • 5/5 Shiki D. 2 months ago on Google New
    Very cool museum! So much more than just the ruins! So many artifacts from the Meshican/Aztecan period that depict their gods, animals they revered, sacrifices, and a lot more. Very informative!

  • 5/5 Nian L. 3 months ago on Google New
    This musuem is on the ruins of previous Tenochtitlan civilization. You can walk through parts of the ruins and then visit the museum with relics discovered from the site. It's just nearby the cathedral. Highly recommend to visit it when traveling in Mexico

  • 5/5 Anand E. 3 months ago on Google New
    Amazing place, where you can really understand the history of Tenochtitlan and visualize what the “Venice of the Americas” must have looked like when Hernan Cortes first arrived here. Entrance costs 5€ to non-nationals.

  • 4/5 Ramona N. 1 month ago on Google • 43 reviews New
    Many of the excavations can be seen without entering the museum. The interior of the museum is well laid out. It was nice that most exhibits had explanations in both English and Spanish. The bathrooms are not in keeping with the rest of the nicely maintained site. Do yourself a favor, and use bathrooms at a restaurant before entering.


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