Museo Universitario de Arte Contemporáneo, Mexico City

Name: Museo Universitario de Arte Contemporáneo
Address: Centro Cultural Universitario Avenida Insurgentes sur 3000, Mexico City, 04530, Mexico
Telephone: +52 55 5622 6972

#137 among attractions in Mexico City

Museum, Modern art museum, Art museum

Museo Universitario de Arte Contemporáneo

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Facts and practical information

The Museo Universitario Arte Contemporáneo, also known as MUAC, is a large contemporary art museum located within the main campus of the National Autonomous University of Mexico. It opened in November 2008 and it is the first Mexican public museum exclusively focused to the arts created in the XXI century. ()

Local name: Museo Universitario Arte Contemporáneo Established: 2008 (16 years ago)Visitors per year: 1.07 mil.Coordinates: 19°18'53"N, 99°11'7"W

Address

Centro Cultural Universitario Avenida Insurgentes sur 3000Mexico City 04530 Mexico

Contact

+52 55 5622 6972

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Day trips

Museo Universitario de Arte Contemporáneo – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cuicuilco, Perisur, Estadio Olímpico Universitario, Universum.

0.9 miS
City, Museum, Archaeological museum
Cuicuilco, Mexico City
24 min walk • Nestled in the bustling metropolis of Mexico City lies Cuicuilco, an ancient Mesoamerican archaeological site that offers a unique glimpse into the region's pre-Columbian past. This historical treasure, now functioning as an open-air museum, is recognized for its...
0.8 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Perisur, Mexico City
20 min walk • Perisur, short for Centro Comercial Perisur, is a bustling shopping center in the heart of Mexico City, Mexico. Established in 1980, this expansive retail haven has evolved into one of the city's premier destinations for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
1.2 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Estadio Olímpico Universitario, Mexico City
31 min walk • The Estadio Olímpico Universitario, an emblematic sport venue nestled within the bustling heart of Mexico City, stands as a testament to the country's rich athletic and cultural heritage. This iconic stadium, with a seating capacity of over 72,000 spectators, is an...
~1990 ftSE
Museum, Science museum, Observatories and planetariums
Universum, Mexico City
10 min walk • Universum is Mexico's primary museum dedicated to promoting science and technology to the public as well as support the university's science missions. It was opened in 1992 at the Ciudad Universitaria in Mexico City. Today it has thirteen halls divided by theme dedicated to various permanent exhibitions.
1.1 miN
19°19'52"N • 99°11'16"W
Museo Universitario de Ciencias y Artes MUCA, Mexico City
30 min walk • Museum
~780 ftNE
Library
National Library of Mexico, Mexico City
4 min walk • The National Library of Mexico is located in Ciudad Universitaria, the main campus of the Universidad Nacional Autónoma Mexico in Mexico City. It was first established on November 30, 1867.
0.5 miN
Universities and schools
National Autonomous University of Mexico, Mexico City
13 min walk • The National Autonomous University of Mexico is a public research university in Mexico. It ranks highly in world rankings based on the university's extensive research and innovation.
1.2 miS
19°17'52"N • 99°10'49"W
KidZania, Mexico City
31 min walk • Amusement, Amusement park

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museo Universitario de Arte Contemporáneo open?

Museo Universitario de Arte Contemporáneo is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 8 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 8 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Museo Universitario de Arte Contemporáneo?

Nearby attractions include National Library of Mexico, Mexico City (4 min walk), Universum, Mexico City (10 min walk), National Autonomous University of Mexico, Mexico City (13 min walk), Cuicuilco, Mexico City (24 min walk).

How to get to Museo Universitario de Arte Contemporáneo by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museo Universitario de Arte Contemporáneo:

Bus

Centro Cultural • Lines: Pb 10, Pb 3 (2 min walk)
Biblioteca Nacional • Lines: Pb 10, Pb 13, Pb 3 (3 min walk)

Metro

Universidad • Lines: 3 (26 min walk)

Train

Universidad (26 min walk)