Museo Experimental El Eco, Mexico City

#165 among attractions in Mexico City

Museum, Modern art museum

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The Museo Experimental El Eco is a contemporary art gallery in the centre of Mexico City, Mexico. It was designed by sculptor Mathias Goeritz, a Mexican artist of German origin who worked closely with the Mexican architect Luis Barragán. Originally built in 1952–53, the gallery was extended by FR-EE/Fernando Romero Enterprise in 2007 "to expand its offices and special services to improve daily operations". ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 19°25'60"N, 99°9'41"W

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43 Calle James SullivanCuauhtémoc (San Rafael)Mexico City Mexico

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Museo Experimental El Eco – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Reforma 222, Monumento a la Independencia, Arena México, Nicho Bears and Bar.

~1490 ftS
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Museo Experimental El Eco?

Nearby attractions include Jardín del Arte Sullivan, Mexico City (2 min walk), Mother's Monument, Mexico City (3 min walk), Monument to Cuauhtémoc, Mexico City (6 min walk), Reforma 222, Mexico City (8 min walk).

How to get to Museo Experimental El Eco by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museo Experimental El Eco:

Bus

Reforma • Lines: Mb L1, Metrobús Línea 7 Campo Marte - Indios Verdes, Metrobús Línea 7 Indios Verdes - Campo Marte (5 min walk)
Hamburgo • Lines: Mb L1, Metrobús Línea 7 Campo Marte - Indios Verdes, Metrobús Línea 7 Indios Verdes - Campo Marte (9 min walk)

Metro

San Cosme • Lines: 2 (16 min walk)
Revolución • Lines: 2 (16 min walk)

Train

San Cosme (16 min walk)
Revolución (16 min walk)