Santa Veracruz Monastery, Mexico City

Name: Santa Veracruz Monastery
Address: Calle 2 de Abril 6, Mexico City, 06300, Mexico
Telephone: +52 55 5512 3841

#194 among attractions in Mexico City

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The Santa Veracruz Monastery in the historic center of Mexico City is one of the oldest religious establishments in Mexico City and was the third most important church in the area in the 16th century. It was established by a religious brotherhood founded by Hernán Cortés. ()

Local name: Iglesia de la Santa Veracruz Architectural style: ChurrigueresqueCoordinates: 19°26'13"N, 99°8'38"W

Address

Calle 2 de Abril 6Cuauhtémoc (Guerrero)Mexico City 06300 Mexico

Contact

+52 55 5512 3841

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Santa Veracruz Monastery – 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.

~1020 ftSE
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~1140 ftSW
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~1530 ftE
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~1420 ftSW
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Santa Veracruz Monastery?

Nearby attractions include Museo Franz Mayer, Mexico City (1 min walk), Alameda Central, Mexico City (2 min walk), Museo Nacional de la Estampa, Mexico City (2 min walk), Hemiciclo a Juarez, Mexico City (4 min walk).

How to get to Santa Veracruz Monastery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Santa Veracruz Monastery:

Bus

Hidalgo • Lines: 4, Metrobús Línea 7 Indios Verdes - Campo Marte (5 min walk)
Glorieta Violeta • Lines: Metrobús Línea 7 Campo Marte - Indios Verdes (5 min walk)

Metro

Bellas Artes • Lines: 2, 8 (6 min walk)
Hidalgo • Lines: 2, 3 (6 min walk)

Train

Hidalgo (6 min walk)
Bellas Artes (6 min walk)