Chapultepec Castle & Museum
Mexico City, Mexico
About This Activity
Chapultepec Castle perches atop a forested hill in the heart of Mexico City. Once the residence of Emperor Maximilian and Mexican presidents, it now houses the National Museum of History with artifacts spanning the conquest to the revolution. The terrace offers sweeping views of Paseo de la Reforma. Entry is 210 MXN (free Sundays for locals). Closed Mondays.
Seasonal note: Clearest Nov-Apr; closed Mondays
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