Templo Mayor Museum

The Museo Templo Mayor is a museum in downtown Mexico City built around the ruins of the main Aztec temple. The building contains eight exhibition rooms displaying sculptures, pottery, jewelry, and other artifacts that reveal daily life and religious practices of the ancient civilization.

The museum opened in 1987 on the site of the former center of Tenochtitlán, the Aztec capital, and was designed by architect Pedro Ramírez Vázquez. Archaeological work at the location began as early as 1790 with the discovery of major objects, and excavations have continued to the present day.

The name refers to the main temple of the Aztecs that once dominated this sacred space for religious ceremonies and gatherings. Visitors can observe how this site continues to draw local people seeking to connect with their ancestral roots and cultural identity.

The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday, and you can explore the ruins and exhibitions on your own or join guided tours available on site. The grounds are accessible for visitors with disabilities, with ramps, elevators, and special guides to ensure a comfortable experience for everyone.

A remarkable find is the Eagle Stone Cuauhtxicalli discovered in 1985, a sculpture with a hollow top used for ritual offerings. The artifact reveals how the Aztecs incorporated fire and eagles into their sacred ceremonies and demonstrates the complexity of their belief systems.

Location: Mexico City

Location: Cuauhtémoc

Location: Historic downtown of Mexico City

Inception: October 12, 1987

Official opening: October 12, 1987

Accessibility: Accessible en fauteuil roulant

Fee: Yes

Charge: 100 MXN

Operator: INAH

Part of: Instituto Nacional de Antropología e Historia

Address: Calle República de Guatemala

Opening Hours: Mardi-Dimanche 09:00-17:00

Phone: 015540405600

Website: https://lugares.inah.gob.mx/lugar-75-es

GPS coordinates: 19.43441,-99.13208

Latest update: December 10, 2025 01:28