Museo de la Caricatura, Mexico City

Name: Museo de la Caricatura
Address: Donceles 99, Mexico City, 06020, Mexico
Telephone: +52 55 5704 0459

#153 among attractions in Mexico City

Museum, Art museum, Baroque architecture, Modern art museum, More...

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Facts and practical information

The Caricature Museum is located in an 18th-century Baroque building in the historic center of Mexico City. It was opened in 1987 to preserve and promote the history of Mexican cartooning, done for both political and entertainment purposes. The historic building it occupies was originally the home of Cristo College, a royal college established in 1612. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 19°26'8"N, 99°7'58"W

Address

Donceles 99Cuauhtémoc (Centro)Mexico City 06020 Mexico

Contact

+52 55 5704 0459

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museo de la Caricatura open?

Museo de la Caricatura is open:

Monday 10 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Museo de la Caricatura?

Nearby attractions include Centro Cultural de España en México, Mexico City (1 min walk), La Enseñanza Church, Mexico City (2 min walk), Palace of the Marqués del Apartado, Mexico City (2 min walk), Museo Archivo de la Fotografía, Mexico City (2 min walk).

How to get to Museo de la Caricatura by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museo de la Caricatura:

Bus

República de Argentina • Lines: 4 (4 min walk)
Teatro del Pueblo • Lines: 4 (9 min walk)

Metro

Zócalo • Lines: 2 (6 min walk)
Allende • Lines: 2 (7 min walk)

Train

Bellas Artes (14 min walk)
Isabel la Católica (19 min walk)