Museo del Palacio de Bellas Artes

Absolutely captivating! I ventured there on a Sunday, and to my delight, entry was completely free. Prepare to be enchanted by the stunning murals that adorn the walls, each telling a story, and the vibrant paintings crafted by talented Mexican artists that burst with color and emotion. It's an experience that truly takes your breath away!

Museo del Palacio de Bellas Artes in the heart of Centro is one of the most magnificent buildings in Mexico City and absolutely deserves five stars. From the outside it is stunning with its glowing marble dome and Art Nouveau façade, and when you step inside you find yourself in an Art Deco masterpiece that is unlike anything else in the city. It was designed initially by Italian architect Adamo Boari and later completed by Mexican architect Federico Mariscal, blending two eras and styles into one unforgettable cultural landmark. The museum holds some of Mexico’s most important works of art, including murals by Diego Rivera, José Clemente Orozco, David Alfaro Siqueiros, and Rufino Tamayo. The scale and color of these pieces are extraordinary, and simply walking through the galleries feels like walking through history. Beyond being a museum, Palacio de Bellas Artes is also a world class theater. You can purchase tickets for ballet, opera, folklore shows, and symphonies, and seeing a performance here is an experience that combines art, music, and architecture in one breathtaking setting. Inside there is also a beautiful restaurant that makes the visit even more enjoyable, whether you want a full meal or just a coffee while admiring the surroundings. Even if you only step into the lobby, the architecture and details are worth the visit, and the photographs you can take are magnificent. Palacio de Bellas Artes is a must see in Mexico City, combining culture, history, performance, and dining all under one iconic roof. Five stars.

Beautiful place could go inside the actual theater you need to take the tour but even just walking around seen the murals is great.

Beautiful building, took in the murals and side galleries. Was able to translate all information signs with phone translate app. Only 95 pesos and there is a seniors discount for those 65 and over with ID.

This museum was beautiful! It is free every Sunday for the public. It is a bit small compared to other art museums I have been to, but half of the building is an auditorium for events. Regarding the art itself, it is excellently curated and had some of the most unique and intriguing pieces I have seen.

This museum is amazing! I enjoyed just about every single artwork on display. For a more indepth understanding of the pieces, use Chatgpt. Take a picture of the image and Chatgpt will give you a breakdown of what it means, the story, the artist and all. There were so many captivating pieces in this museum. Plus the museum itself is a work of art! Here are few favorites of mine!

It was a remarkable experience. The building itself is a masterpiece, blending art nouveau and art deco styles, and the interior is equally stunning. The museum houses an impressive collection of Mexican art, including murals by famous artists like Diego Rivera and David Siqueiros. On Sundays, entrance to all national museums is free, which made the visit even more special. The staff were helpful, and the atmosphere was serene, perfect for appreciating the art. Highly recommended!

The Museo del Palacio de Bellas Artes is a must-visit cultural gem in Mexico City. Housed in one of the most stunning buildings in the city, the museum combines breathtaking architecture with a rich collection of Mexican art.

Excellent national collection with important works of many Mexican artists, particular focus on muralists. Good rotating exhibits. The building itself is a gem of porfirian architecture, displaying his love for European design and materials. Be prepared for cash-only. The machines don't often work. Also, extra exhibit charges and zealous docents who want to control your movement. (This is pretty common in Mexican museums.) The bookstores in the museum are not worth it. They appear to be run by regular booksellers and don't have much in quality books related to the museum or its exhibits.

Mexico City has some of the most beautiful art and architecture I've ever seen. The Palacio de Bellas Artes is a must see for those who love art and architecture. The Art Deco architecture of the building is gorgeous. The paintings surrounding the third floor are awe inspiring. So many amazing Mexican artists that I I've never seen or knew before. I love their artistic style, the brilliant colors, unique exuberant expressions. Mexican art is a celebration of color, bold compositions, and swashbuckling expressions. I was floored seeing all of them together for the first time.

Beautiful building! Two of Diego Rivera's murals were there, and they were stunning. Admission is free for children.

I love art deco. I also love Mexican muralists of the 20s and 30s. If you like art, put this place on your list. There is an entrance few just to view the building and its art. It's worth it. There was a good temporary exhibit. Also , and the big prize here, is the Diego Rivera mural that he recreated after they destroyed the original in Rockefeller Center New York because it celebrated communism. The building is beautiful. They have shows and there is a bookisgtore too.

This is certainly a must see when you're in the e city. The building is so majestic. The Diego Rivera murals alone make the visit. There is however not that much to see. I think the people in there were focused more on the actual building than the works of art. You need a special ticket to the last floor. My general admission did not give me access. I was pretty much done within an hour. What did leave a bad taste in my mouth is that the lady who sold me my ticket handed me change like I gave her a 100 bill vs the 200 that I gave her. I know for a fact it was a 200 because I only had 2 bills left and the other was a 50. I didn't argue mainly because it was my last day and the equivalent was about $6.

Ballet Folclórico was incredible to watch. It was a very traditional dances from different regions, so beautifully performed and very emotionally moving for me. Highly recommend.

This was such a fun experience and a must-see when in Mexico City! You first see the beautiful architecture outside. Before entering the building you have to go through security and take hand sanitizer. The security also had a bottle of sanitizer or disinfectant and sprayed you front and back. Once your inside though, you see so many different pieces of art by some of Mexico's most famous artists, like Diego Rivera. If you are looking to immerse yourself in Mexican culture or if you love art, it's definitely worth checking out!

This is obviously a beautiful museum. You'd be crazy to think otherwise. It's even free to all guests in Sunday! There are three floors. The first two have mostly mural paintings with wings that have photography exhibits. The top floor also currently (March 2024) has a photography exhibit. Plan to spend at least a couple of hours here. There is also a performance hall inside where you can watch orchestra and dancing. Check the calendar for those events and prices.

Amazing building, with beautiful murals by mexicos greatest muralists inside. You absolutely must catch a performance of the ballet folklorico!!

Definitely go to see it, but you can skip paying for the museum unless you truly enjoy art.

First of all, Palacio de Bellas Artes is one of the most beautiful buildings I've ever seen. Art deco should always be a thing, and when you step inside this palace, you're immediately transported to the days of jazz. But the exterior is just as stunning, with its dome top, columns and framing. And what's better is the artwork here. We visited Palacio de Bellas Artes in the centro historical area on a Sunday when admission is free! Even without a price for admission, we still had to check in with the ticket counter to claim tickets and up the stairs we went for the first room of artwork. No drinks and food allowed and backpacks must be worn in the front. There were three stories of artwork after entering the main floor. Although this is a space that displays magnificent artwork, Palacio also serves as the opera house. Murals and paintings adorn two floors and the top floor displayed architectural work and art. Most notably, people came here to see the Diego Rivera murals, which will have you stand and stare. I highly recommend visiting Palacio de Bellas Artes for the artwork and the architecture. There was a lot to see; my partner and I spent a few hours here and even went back to look at some of the political murals. They definitely will make you look twice.

Such an amazing environment, the scale was humongous. Wish I had time to go to the theatre and see the show. For sure next visit

Free for all on Sunday. We went and there weren't a lot of exhibitions unfortunately. There were 2 temporary exhibitions and then the murals up top. I will say that there was one statue for Dia De Los Muertos which made it all worth it. Also the architecture was quite nice.

What a beautiful experience! Absolutely stunning, we were blown away! This is a must see, add it to your itinerary for certain!

¡Esta es una hermosa galería de arte por dentro y por fuera! Es muy grande y un lugar frecuentado por muchas personas afuera, así como un lugar genial para tomar fotos. En el interior, tienen algunas de las colecciones más hermosas, incluidas algunas en las que destacan el arte y los artistas LGBT durante el mes del Orgullo. This is a beautiful art gallery inside and out! It is very big and a hangout spot for many people outside, as well as a cool place to take photos. Inside, they have some of the most beautiful collections, including ones where they highlight LGBT art and artists during Pride month.

The Palacio de Bellas Artes has been called "the Cathedral of Art in Mexico." The building was built to replace the first National Theater of Mexico. The construction began in 1904 but construction problems and the Mexican Revolution halted construction from 1913-1932. The building is stunning from the outside and the inside - a mix of Art Nouveau, Neoclassical, and Art Deco! It has a large exhibition space, but it's more famous for its murals! At the west end of the 3rd floor is Diego Rivera's "El hombre controlador del universo," originally commissioned for New York's Rockefeller Center in 1933. The mural depicts a variety of technological and societal themes and was controversial for its inclusion of Lenin and a Soviet May Day parade. The Rockefellers were not happy with the painting and the incomplete work was eventually destroyed and painted over. Rivera recreated it here in 1934. The Palacio is also the home to other murals: David Alfaro Siqueiros' three-part "La Nueva Democracia," Rivera's four-part "Carnaval de la Vida Mexicana," and José Clemente Orozco's "La Katharsis." We didn't spend too much time in the Palacio - a walk around the exterior, a walk around the inside, a view of each of the murals, and quick walk thorugh the current exhibition - but it is a must see in Mexico City!

Palacio de Bellas Artes is by far one of the most beautiful buildings in Mexico City! It's French architecture is not only reflected in the facade but also inside the theatre. Bellas Artes is also home to some of the most beautiful murals in Mexico, as well as the most majestic glass curtain. If you have a chance, get tickets to the Ballet Folklorico de Amalia Hernandez. This group of dancers is the best in the nation and they will leave you speechless after watching them perform all of the ballet folklorico classics. Bellas Artes sometimes hosts art exhibits. A few years ago I had the opportunity to attend a "Letters by Friday" exhibit, which highlighted not only the art by Frida Kahlo but personal letters she would send to Diego Rivera and his family. Bellas Artes is a must when visiting CDMX!

Not only is Bellas Artes a wonderful venue to see performances like Balet Folklorico, but is also a great place to see beautiful murals and amazing architecture.

This museum is so big. I was there about 3 hours. Nice exhibits with a beautiful fountain outside of the museum. It wasn't expensive at all. If you have a backpack or a big purse you may leave it at the reception where you will get a ticket to pick up your belongings after.

First off, the building is absolutely beautiful and one of my favorite places in the Centro. But second, the Ballet Folklorico is an ABSOLUTE MUST in Mexico City that many Americans don't think to go to. Do yourself the favor and go if it's in season (I think it is most of the year?). The Ballet isn't what you think of like Swan Lake, it's a show of traditional regional dances from around different Mexican states, like Chihuahua, Sonora, Jalisco, & Veracruz. My favorites were the dances from Veracruz and the lasso dance (not sure where that one was from). They do the baile de venado, a pre Hispanic dance, and have lots of mariachis. It's just an absolute blast and if you're a fan of fashion, the traditional outfits are just to die for. Run, don't walk, to get tickets to this.

Beautiful place, for around $4 dollars you can go into the museum and at night you can go see a concert or bailable, I was unable to go to that but I did go to the museum and my favorite mural was Diego's, his art always portraits powerful messages. I recommend you to go and enjoy this beautiful historical building!

If you are a tourist, Palacio de Bellas Artes is one of those places you would go to in Mexico City just because lol. Granted, I am not a huge fan of art exhibits, but I still appreciated the architectural grandeur of this art museum. I mean heck, I probably had more appreciation for the building itself than most of the art exhibits inside. If you have a U.S. student ID, you will be able to get free admission. The museum has 4 floors. The first floor is where you check-in. The second floor has all the art exhibits. For us, the exhibit was hybrid art where works involve combining characters of humanism and nature. I didn't know what I was looking at half of the time, but I gotta say, some of the works were quite peculiar (if that's the right word to describe them). The third floor is exhibition of different murals. Still, I wasn't too enthusiastic about any of the work because again... I am artistically dead. The fourth floor however, is what got my attention. The fourth floor showcased the architectural history of Palacio de Bellas Artes. It was really interesting to see the type of planning and different designs the architects put in before constructing this amazing museum. Anyways, I would recommend any tourist to visit Palacio de Bellas Artes just because it's one of the highly raved places everyone talks about in Mexico City. You don't have to like art to visit this place just like how you don't have to like hiking to climb the Great Wall of China, but you would visit the Great Wall just because you are in China lololol.

Hermoso lugar, por unos 4 dolares puedes ir al museo y en la noche puedes ver un concierto o baile, yo no pude ir pero fui al museo y mi mural favorito era el de Diego, su arte siempre son los retratos. autor: lamexicanaconcreto.com

Fabulous Art Deco building Anazing murals and artifacts another can't miss stop in Mexico City

They had a cool special exhibit going and we checked it out. It was cool. I think you need to come at specific times to get a better building tour but we got to see a lot of the from side of the building with the special exhibit.

As you approach, then step inside, the Palacio de Bellas Artes you may experience a moment of amnesia. Look around and you'll wonder where you are, and should you be given 5 guesses, Mexico City would not appear amongst your first 5 suppositions. You would be forgiven. The splendor which is Palacio de Bellas Artes anchors one corner of the immaculate and lovely Parque Alameda. Though there is much public sculpture lining the park, this building is the crown jewel. Inside, the building is an art deco masterpiece. Soaring ceilings and open spaces make for an amazing space in which to view the enormous murals which characterize much of Mexican art. Seriously, these murals leave one wondering where and how they were created and sometimes you'll be thrown a clue: on some works you can see evidence that they were created on cement walls which have been transported lock, stock, and barrel into Palacio de Bellas Artes. The majesty and beauty of these works, in this building, is nothing short of stunning. This is also the home to a controversial Diego Rivera mural originally commissioned to sit in NYC's Rockefeller Center. Objections to Rivera's inclusion of Vladimir Lenin caused the mural to be destroyed but since Rivera had been paid, he offered to reproduce his work for display elsewhere. That work is here, your loss Rockefeller Center. On the day of my visit, the side galleries were closed in preparation for an upcoming exhibit. As a result, my viewing consisted only of two floors of these masterpiece murals and huge, impactful paintings. It was adequate. The building is also home to several other things: * Ballet de Folklórico; * Museum of Architecture (recommended only for a bisected, miniature model of the building itself; everything else is exclusively in Spanish); * Restaurant; and * A gift shop full of many interesting art books. A drink in the cafe, a perusal of the art books in the gift shop, an afternoon eyeing gorgeous and historically significant works of art, then a stroll through the adjacent park. Life could be worse.

We saw the Ballet Folklorico at Palacio de Bellas Artes and enjoyed every second! This is a must-see if you're in CDMX for at least 3 days. We bought tickets through our hotel and ticket prices weren't bad at all. The interior of the theater is gorgeous! The Ballet Folklorico was around 90 minutes and each part of the show was exciting, colorful, and entertaining. You're also allowed to take pictures inside, which is unheard of at most places in the US. Even if you don't have time to see a show here, you must get pictures outside! The Art Deco architecture is stunning. Free admission on Sundays but beware of a longggg wait that stretches down the block.

5 stars for the Ballet Folklorico performance. If the troupe is in residence while you visit, this is a must see show. Energetic, colorful, driving live music by 2 different bands. The dancers seem to have endless stamina. We attended the Sunday evening performance. Sat in the first balcony, halfway up, dead center to the stage. The tickets were 950 pesos each. So not a bargain, but you'd pay at least twice the price in the USA. Take my word, this show will be a highlight of your visit to CDMX.

This building has two purposes, a museum and a performing arts function. We got tickets to see folk dancing. It was more than dancing. Fantastic entertainment. We should have paid a little more to get seats on the gallery, closer to the stage on the first floor, instead we got cheaper tickets (middle range) ether way I think you will enjoy the show and be entertained with Folk dancing and music.

My favorite museum! Permanent exhibits of Mexican Muralists as well as some first rate temporary exhibits. In my opinion, the most beautiful building in Mexico.

Wow, what a lovely museum! We happened to come in on a Sunday so we scored the free admission. It's one of the most beautiful museums I've ever seen, inside and out. I love the Art Deco style. The lighting and the architectural details are gorgeous. And of course the art is fantastic, especially the large murals.

This magnificent building doubles both as a theater and museum. We came to the museum. There was an exhibit which ended the day we attended and so the line to get in that area was long. This museum wasn't as impressive as other ones I visited in the city. If I had to say what I enjoyed the most, it would be the architectural exhibit on the fourth floor. It was an exhibition on a nature meets urban overhaul the city is undergoing. All is all it is a great place, in a city full of spectacular museums.

Es de los mejores lugares que puedes visitar si vienes a la Ciudad de México es un momento hermoso que vas a poder tener en tu vida si lo ves y no solo eso también se presento el artista Alberto Aguilera Valadez mejor conocido como Juan Gabriel. No se van a arrepentir

If nothing else, you MUST see the Palacio de Bellas Artes. If you have time and the interest, I highly recommend that you visit the museum within. You will find some of Rivera's and Orozco's most famous murals. While you can admire the neoclassical exterior from the ground, it's best appreciated from the cafe atop Sears across the street. We specifically visited the museum for its "El París de Modigliani y sus contemporáneos" exhibit and it didn't disappoint.

This building is beautiful. The outside makes for great pictures. I didn't get to see a play, but I did attend their art exhibition. They have a small fee. If I remember correctly, around $3 per person. They have huge murals from Diego Rivera. If you plan to take pictures with a camera, they charge a fee. You can use your phone to take pictures without a fee. You are not allowed to walk into the exhibition with food or drink. They offer a complementary bag check. I didn't try their restaurant, but they have a small restaurant and gift shop too.

European charm with Latin blood. Great murals and incredible age of beauty architecture. The light inside in wonderful. The art is awesome. Be aware of the hours. Things can change with holidays and events. A very nice hour plus stop for the city.

The Palacio de Bellas Artes is an incredibly beautiful venue, but especially gorgeous at night when it is all lit up. I've come here for two different concerts so far: the first was Ballet Folklorico show which was vibrant, edgy, and exciting; the second was the orquestra sinfónica nacional, which was a lot of fun as well. I always try to catch a show at the Palacio whenever I'm in the city!

more like 3.5 out of 5 stars. this was on our places to visit while in Mexico city. it's not too far of a walk from the Zócalo... i think it took us like 10 mins to walk. first of all, they do not take credit cards, only pesos. when you walk in on the bottom level, there is no art work, you must take the stairs up to the second floor to start enjoying the murals and other special exhibits. The murals are impressive as they take up the whole wall of the museum. can't imagine how long it took to paint each one. when we went, there was a photography exhibit (i forgot who the photographer was)... but it was in a special room located on the second floow. The whole area felt kinda stuffy, i don't know if they run an AC throughout the whole building. there are special events such as orchestras, ballet or opera... we didn't have time to check it out, but i've heard from other travel sites if you have time, you should check them out. The outside of the building is also a master piece in itself.

A few weeks ago I was in Mexico City and went to see "Boletos para Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández". The place itself is beautiful, mostly from an architecture perspective the building view is very unique. If you are looking to get a great view of the building and the park outside go across the street to the Sears tower, on the upper floors there's a cafe with a small balcony you can look out on. The show was descant, it is intended to tell a story of the different changes in culture throughout time. While the music, dancing and costumes were great, i felt it could have use some explaining and i think it is a little out of order when it came to the main dance (one that is on the poster) Seating was good and comfy, the place was properly air conditioned and staff was friendly. If i am in MX again i will get tickets for a different show

I was here last week andAmazing experience, this museum is what made me interested in the art scene. They have handled the social distancing and covid attire very well.

There is confusion regarding the architectural style of the Palacio de Bellas Artes exterior. Is it Neoclassical, Beaux-Arts, Baroque? It's a jumble of styles often called 'Porfiriano' because of Mexican President Porfirio Díaz who commissioned the project. There is no confusion regarding the opinion of this building: it is considered one of the most beautiful in the world. Attention is lavished on maintenance and it's obvious that this is the cultural crown jewel of Mexico City. Italian sculptors André-Joseph Allar and Leonardo Bistolfi provided the figures on and at the exterior but that's no clue to the interior: dramatic Art Deco. You will feel underdressed as soon as you step through the entrance doors. Many visitors are here to see the Ballet Folklórico or classical concerts and operas. I come here for the gigantic murals, the art exhibitions and the architecture exhibits on the top floor. Diego Rivera recreated the controversial mural that John D. Rockefeller, Jr., had destroyed at Rockefeller Center in New York City. There are also murals by Rufino Tamayo, David Alfaro Siqueiros, José Clemente Orozco, and others. I have never been disappointed by any exhibition I have seen here and I can't say that about any other museum.

This has to be the most beautiful building in CDMX. It's an amazing spot for photos. It's understandably crowded because it's in the middle of everything. If you want to enter, the tickets cost $70 MXN (~$4 USD). Bellas Artes is HUGE, and there are exhibits on multiple floors. They do have elevators for those that need them to go from floor to floor. They also have the audio in sync with videos of people doing sign language and audio in Nahuatl so that no one misses out. Apparently the exhibits change every few months, and there is always multiple exhibits going on at the same time. We had a chance to check out the Emilio Zapata exhibit. Through the artistic representations of him, we learned a little bit more about his fight for Mexican independence. There was also an exhibit on the work of Jose Clemente. The most impressive pieces were the murals. These are painted on the walls of the building. There is work from quite a few muralist, and of course there are multiple murals by Diego Rivera. Bellas Artes is a must see if you're in CDMX.

Beautiful building with an interesting history. The interior was completed several years after the exterior. You can see art deco designs inside coupled with respectful inclusions of Indian art. There's a lovely restaurant inside, though not too big. The staff is extremely attentive and our breakfast was delicious! We visited in the morning and bought tickets for an opera in the evening. The auditorium is gorgeous and the production was wonderful. During intermission we had just time for coffee and cake in the restaurant! Really a delightful gem in the city. I highly recommend a visit. One thing I would note - the box office would not allow me to purchase tickets with my credit card for some reason. The cashier said they would only accept cards from Mexican banks. My Spanish was not good enough to contest the point, but there is an atm in the building so I was able to get cash.

Highly recommend the Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández! The most fantastic and passionate performance I have seen! As a must-see in Mexico City, Folklorico is a colorful, high-energy celebration of the country's music, dances, costumes, history and traditions. Performance available on Wednesday and Sunday nights. Tickets can be purchased on ticketmaster or directly at the theater window. Price range is 330-1100 pesos. Get the best seat within your budget, I'm sure you will love it!

I went here to see Mexican Folklore Ballet. Not something I thought I'd enjoy as a gringo, but I felt the need to immerse myself in the culture. I liked it so much, I went back to see it again. The second row mezzanine seats provided a great view of the entire show. The first row does not. There's a bar to prevent spectators from falling but all it did for me was block my view. A great show in a great venue. The Palacio itself is quite impressive. And Nancy M. isn't kidding. Brace yourself for two hours of jam packed craziness. The music, movement and costumes had me on the edge of my seat the entire time.

Am I in Paris? People may disagree, but at least for me, Palacio de Bellas Artes is perhaps Mexico City's most beautiful building inside and out! Because its construction faced some interruptions, Bellas Artes was completed as a chimera of various architectural styles ranging from Neoclassical to Art Deco, and the result is this uniquely beautiful wonder that parallels with even some of the most gorgeous structures in Europe. To fully experience this beautiful structure, enter the museum to see the impressive murals including the Diego Rivera mural that was destroyed in NYC for being too communist, and enter the remarkable theater to see a performance like the famous Ballet Folklorico https://www.yelp.com/biz/ballet-folkl%C3%B3rico-de-m%C3%A9xico-m%C3%A9xico?hrid=fr8YHVdeRHFPeQ_SrKmLgQ) for as low as 300 peso! But even if you do not intend to visit the museum or join a performance, Bellas Artes is nonetheless as a stop that you must make especially to witness its beauty for a few minutes especially at night. Besides, it has its dedicated metro stop with its own Paris-style "Metropolitan" sign so it's easy to reach! --- BOX OFFICE You can purchase a ticket for any performance at the box office which is open from 10 AM - 7 PM! The box office is located inside, and the clerk can speak English if needed. Credit card is accepted. --- tl;dr version: 1) Mexico City's most beautiful building 2) Visit the mural museum or participate in a performance 3) Must-go stop even to see the outside for a moment

El lugar es impresionante, bello. En esta ocasión fuimos al balet folclórico de Amalia Hernández que es en verdad un espectáculo digno de Mexico. Se los recomiendo si tienen oportunidad.

Absolutely beautiful! Loved the design, the style, and the way that it is up kept after all these years. On our most recent family trip we all decided to come in here to actually have a seat and enjoy a show. We were fortunate enough to snag some tickets for the Folklore ballet that is apparently world-renowned in the performing arts world. Even for myself that I am not much into watching plays, really enjoyed the performance making it an overall splendid experience during my first time in Mexico city and the Palacio. Til next time!

Great location with different light arrangement every time you visit. Great place for tourists to walk around. Review en español: Excelente ubicación con diferentes arreglos de luces cada vez que visites. Es un buen lugar para visitar como turista y caminar.