Museo Mural Diego Rivera: A Window into Mexican Art and History

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Overview

Nestled in Mexico City, the Museo Mural Diego Rivera is home to the renowned mural 'Dream of a Sunday Afternoon in the Alameda,' originally created for the Hotel del Prado in Mexico City. Following the devastating earthquake of 1985, this masterpiece was salvaged and relocated to this museum, where it remains preserved in its original frame. The mural portrays various pivotal figures and events from Mexican history, intricately weaving their stories around the iconic La Calavera Catrina skeleton. Visitors can explore the rich tapestry of characters, including a young Diego Rivera and his celebrated wife, Frida Kahlo. The museum not only offers insightful charts for character identification but also hosts enchanting musical recitals in the presence of the mural, making for a unique cultural experience.

Photo of Museo Mural Diego Rivera
Photo of Museo Mural Diego Rivera
Photo of Museo Mural Diego Rivera
Opening hours
  • Sunday 10:00 - 18:00
  • Monday 10:00 - 18:00
  • Tuesday 10:00 - 18:00
  • Wednesday 10:00 - 18:00
  • Thursday 10:00 - 18:00
  • Friday 10:00 - 18:00

Open 24/7

Contact Info
  • AddressCalle Colón Balderas s/n, Colonia Centro, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06040 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
  • Phone+52 55 1555 1900

Reviews

Diego Martinez
Mexico
4
Museo Mural Diego Rivera showcases Diego Rivera's incredible mural, "Dream of a Sunday Afternoon in Alameda Central." It is essential for art enthusiasts and those fascinated by Mexican history. However, the museum is relatively small, with the mural being the highlight.
Lucia Fernandez
Mexico
5
It is hard to describe how profound the experience is. After enjoying it closely, ascend the stairs for a balcony view! There are also other impressive artists who found inspiration from Diego here!
Rosa Pérez
Mexico
5
A fantastic location to see the largest mural, measuring 15 meters by 3 meters, portraying the 'Sunday Afternoon' scene painted by Diego Rivera, the eminent Mexican artist and nationalist.
Sofia Ramírez
Mexico
5
This museum is wonderful! The mural serves as a fantastic introduction to some aspects of Mexican history and thought, featuring a captivating story of its relocation after an earthquake. The current temporary exhibit on sugar artworks is fantastic too. They close promptly at 6 PM.
Carlos Torres
Mexico
5
The mural is truly remarkable. Make sure to take your time reading the descriptions and spotting all the characters within the mural as it reflects various aspects of culture and history. I was pleasantly surprised to find an exhibition of sugar-made items, which was quite detailed.