Palacio de Correos de Mexico, Mexico City

Name: Palacio de Correos de Mexico
Address: Calle Tacuba 1, Mexico City, 06000, Mexico
Telephone: +52 5 5102999

#108 among attractions in Mexico City

Art Nouveau architecture, Historical place, Architecture, Specialty museum, More...

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Palacio de Correos de Mexico, Mexico City

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Facts and practical information

The Palacio de Correos de México also known as the "Correo Mayor" is located in the historic center of Mexico City, on the Eje Central near the Palacio de Bellas Artes. It was built in 1907, when the Post Office here became a separate government entity. Its design and construction was the most modern of the time, including a very eclectic style mixing several different traditions mainly Neo-Plateresque into a very complex design. In the 1950s, the building was modified in a way that caused stress and damage, so when the 1985 earthquake struck Mexico City, this building was heavily damaged. In the 1990s, restoration work has brought the building back to original construction and appearance. ()

Local name: Palacio Postal Completed: 1907 (117 years ago)Coordinates: 19°26'9"N, 99°8'25"W

Address

Calle Tacuba 1Cuauhtémoc (Centro)Mexico City 06000 Mexico

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+52 5 5102999

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Palacio de Correos de Mexico – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palacio de Bellas Artes, Casa de los Azulejos, La Casa de Madero, Museo Franz Mayer.

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Park
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Palacio de Correos de Mexico?

Nearby attractions include Palacio de Minería, Mexico City (2 min walk), Eje Central, Mexico City (2 min walk), Palacio de Bellas Artes, Mexico City (2 min walk), El Caballito, Mexico City (2 min walk).

How to get to Palacio de Correos de Mexico by public transport?

The nearest stations to Palacio de Correos de Mexico:

Train

Bellas Artes (1 min walk)
Hidalgo (12 min walk)

Metro

Bellas Artes • Lines: 2, 8 (2 min walk)
Allende • Lines: 2 (6 min walk)

Bus

Bellas Artes • Lines: 4 (2 min walk)
Teatro Blanquita • Lines: 4 (6 min walk)