Guided Tours Return to Palacio de Minería in CDMX for $30: Schedules and Dates
If you’re looking for an affordable and enriching cultural plan in Mexico City, you’re in luck! The Palacio de Minería, a true architectural masterpiece, is once again offering guided tours. This is your chance to explore one of the most significant buildings in the city center, delve into its secrets, and admire its impressive beauty.
What is the Palacio de Minería?
The Palacio de Minería is considered the masterpiece of Neoclassicism in America. Designed and built by the Valencian sculptor and architect Manuel Tolsá between 1797 and 1813, its original purpose was to house the Royal Mining Seminary, an institution dedicated to training academics specializing in mining exploitation.
Today, this historic venue is part of the artistic and cultural heritage of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) and is under the care of its Faculty of Engineering. Inside, history, culture, and the academic life of the university coexist harmoniously.
What You Will See During Your Visit
During the guided tour, you will have the opportunity to admire unique elements and areas of great historical value:
- Manuel Tolsá’s Architecture: Highlights include the symmetry of its arches, its large-scale courtyards, and its wide stone staircases.
- University Spaces: It is home to the Division of Continuing and Distance Education (DECD), the Historical Archive, and the “Ing. Bruno Mascanzoni” Information and Documentation Center.
- Professional Organizations: It also houses dependencies such as the Society of Alumni of the Faculty of Engineering (SEFI), the Mexican Academy of Engineering, and the College of Petroleum Engineers of Mexico.
Guided Tour Schedule and Prices
If you want to explore its halls in depth, learn curious facts about its construction, and admire its interior design with an expert guide, take note of the official tour schedule:
- Service Days: Saturdays and Sundays.
- Available Times: Two tours per day, at 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
- Admission Cost: $30 Mexican pesos per person.
- Available Discounts: 50% discount ($15 pesos) for students, teachers, and senior citizens with a valid INAPAM credential.
- Access and Tickets: Simply arrive directly at the venue on the announced days and times to join a group.
This is an economical and history-rich alternative, ideal for those seeking quality cultural activities without spending too much.
How to Get There
The building is located at Tacuba number 7, in the heart of Mexico City’s Historic Center, directly in front of Manuel Tolsá Plaza (inaugurated in 1979).
For public transportation, the best options are:
- Mexico City Metro: The easiest way is to take Line 2 (blue) and get off at Bellas Artes or Allende station. From either of these two points, you only need to walk a couple of blocks along Tacuba Street.
- Metrobús: You can use Line 4 and get off at Bellas Artes or Madero station, then walk a few minutes towards Manuel Tolsá Plaza.
- Car: If you decide to go by private car, keep in mind that traffic in the city center can be slow on weekends. We recommend leaving your car in the underground parking lot of the Palacio de Bellas Artes, the Franz Mayer Museum, or the one located on Juárez Plaza.
Take advantage of the weekend to learn more about the Palacio de Minería and, incidentally, walk through the center of Mexico City. Who will you go with?
Additional Information
- Event: Guided tours to the Palacio de Minería
- When: Every weekend at 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM
- Where: Palacio de Minería, Tacuba #7, Historic Center, CDMX
- Cost: $30 MXN, 50% discount for teachers, students, and seniors with INAPAM card.
Source: https://www.chilango.com/que-hacer/visitas-guiadas-palacio-de-mineria-cdmx-horarios-precios/
