Biblioteca de México José Vasconcelos, Mexico City

Name: Biblioteca de México José Vasconcelos
Address: Plaza de la Ciudadela No 4, Mexico City, Mexico

#301 among attractions in Mexico City

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The Citadel is a building in Mexico City was built between 1793 and 1807 by the Spanish architect José Antonio González Velázquez with the purpose of housing the Royal Factory of Cigars and Cigars of Mexico. Currently the building houses the Library of Mexico "José Vasconcelos" and the Image Center and the headquarters of the General Directorate of Libraries of the Ministry of Culture of the country.

Coordinates: 19°25'43"N, 99°8'59"W

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Plaza de la Ciudadela No 4Cuauhtémoc (Centro)Mexico City Mexico

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Biblioteca de México José Vasconcelos – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palacio de Bellas Artes, Casa de los Azulejos, Mercado de San Juan, Arena México.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Biblioteca de México José Vasconcelos?

Nearby attractions include Ciudadela Market, Mexico City (3 min walk), Arena México, Mexico City (9 min walk), Mercado de San Juan Ernesto Pugibet, Mexico City (9 min walk), Bucareli, Mexico City (9 min walk).

How to get to Biblioteca de México José Vasconcelos by public transport?

The nearest stations to Biblioteca de México José Vasconcelos:

Bus

Paradero RTP Balderas (3 min walk)
Balderas • Lines: Gps (3 min walk)

Metro

Balderas • Lines: 1, 3 (3 min walk)
Juárez • Lines: 3 (9 min walk)

Train

Juárez (9 min walk)
Cuauhtémoc (10 min walk)