Universum, Science museum in Coyoacán, Mexico
The Universum museum extends across 25,000 square meters within Ciudad Universitaria campus, featuring thirteen halls dedicated to different scientific disciplines and natural phenomena.
The National Autonomous University of Mexico established this educational institution on December 12, 1992, marking a new era in scientific education for Mexico City.
The museum serves as a central hub for scientific knowledge dissemination, receiving over 11 million visitors who explore exhibits ranging from mathematics to biodiversity.
Visitors can access the museum from Wednesday through Sunday between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM, with general admission priced at 90 pesos.
The facility houses authentic Moon rocks provided by NASA and features Golem, an interactive robot that communicates with children through natural conversation.
Location: Coyoacán
Inception: December 12, 1992
Official opening: December 12, 1992
Address: Circuito Cultural de Ciudad Universitaria S/N, Coyoacán, C.U., Coyoacán, 04510 Ciudad de México, CDMX
Phone: +525556227260
Website: http://universum.unam.mx
GPS coordinates: 19.31139,-99.18056
Latest update: October 24, 2025 18:16
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Filmoteca de la UNAM
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Signals
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Man of Peace
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The Three Graces
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The Anchor
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Sundial
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Articulated Wall
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Janus
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