Museo Soumaya 🇲🇽

Step into Mexico City’s modern Nuevo Polanco district and you will instantly spot Museo Soumaya, a striking futuristic building wrapped in sixteen thousand hexagonal aluminum tiles that glisten under the Mexican sun. Designed by architect Fernando Romero, this anvil-shaped landmark is as much a spectacle from the outside as it is inside. When you enter, a gleaming white spiral ramp gently guides you up through six expansive floors packed with an astonishing personal art collection assembled by Carlos Slim. You will encounter thousands of masterpieces spanning Western art history, including delicate Mesoamerican artifacts, European old master paintings, and romantic nineteenth-century Mexican landscapes. The museum boasts the world's largest private collection of Auguste Rodin sculptures outside of France, with dozens of bronze casts prominently displayed in the soaring top-floor gallery beneath natural sunlight. Families will appreciate the open, accessible layout and the casual atmosphere that encourages quiet exploration at your own pace. Because entry is completely free every day, you can browse without feeling rushed to see everything in one go. Whether you are an art devotee admiring works by Monet and Rodin or simply seeking an unforgettable architectural photo stop with your kids, this spectacular space delivers pure visual inspiration.

What to see at Museo Soumaya

• Futuristic exterior covered in 16,000 shining aluminum tiles
• Top-floor gallery showcasing an extensive Auguste Rodin collection
• Winding interior spiral ramp connecting six floor exhibits
• Masterpieces by European icons including Monet, Dali, and Da Vinci
• Mesoamerican coins, historic artifacts, and Mexican oil paintings

Visiting tips

Take the elevator directly to the sixth floor and slowly meander down the central spiral ramp to enjoy the exhibits comfortably.

How long: 1-2 hours · Best time: Morning on a weekday

How to get there & what’s nearby

Museo Soumaya is easy to reach on Mexico City’s public transport, and pairs naturally with National Museum of Anthropology and Chapultepec Castle. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Mexico City travel guide.