Discover Mexico’s Día de Muertos at the Anahuacalli

Explore the Anahuacalli Museum on a guided tour and learn about the Día de Muertos tradition. See the museum's altar adorned with traditional decorations and offerings.
Discover the heart of Mexico’s Día de Muertos at the Anahuacalli Museum. Learn about the vibrant and deeply meaningful tradition that honors the memory of loved ones who have passed. Explore the museum with a guide and see the colorful altars, intricate decorations, and unique symbolism.

Every year, Mexico celebrates Día de Muertos, a vibrant and deeply meaningful tradition that honors the memory of loved ones who have passed. This iconic Mexican holiday, recognized worldwide for its colorful altars, intricate decorations, and unique symbolism, offers a blend of celebration and remembrance that truly captures the essence of Mexican culture.

If you’re interested in discovering this tradition firsthand, join a tour to the Anahuacalli Museum, dedicated to Diego Rivera, for an immersive experience where history, art, and culture intersect.

Located in Mexico City, the Anahuacalli Museum stands as a testament to Diego Rivera’s love for Mexican history and art. Rivera, a world-renowned muralist and cultural icon, designed the museum to reflect his admiration for pre-Hispanic culture and his dedication to preserving Mexican heritage.

Rivera imagined Anahuacalli not merely as a museum but as a living space that would allow the spirit of ancient civilizations to coexist with modern Mexican art. The building itself, crafted from volcanic stone, is a unique architectural marvel that merges indigenous and modernist design elements.

Walking through its halls, you can sense Rivera’s vision coming to life, offering you a glimpse into the deep-rooted cultural pride that defines Mexico.

The tour begins with a warm welcome and pickup from your hotel or Airbnb. Once you arrive at the museum, you’ll be invited to explore Diego Rivera’s impressive collection of over 50,000 pre-Hispanic artifacts. Each room within the museum tells its own story, with displays of ancient pottery, sculptures, and figurines that showcase the artistic and spiritual richness of Mesoamerican civilizations.

Beyond its collections, the museum’s layout itself is designed to resemble a traditional Mexican altar, with various floors symbolizing different levels of the universe according to indigenous cosmology. As you wander through the spaces, you’ll feel as though you’re journeying through Mexico’s ancient history and understanding the cultural depth behind the Día de Muertos tradition.

The museum’s architecture and the significance of its collections create an ambiance that is both reverent and captivating, setting the perfect stage for an authentic Día de Muertos experience.

A highlight of this tour is undoubtedly the Día de Muertos altar, also known as the ofrenda. This beautifully crafted altar is a key component of the holiday, designed to honor the spirits of those who have passed. The museum’s altar is adorned with traditional decorations that include bright marigold flowers (known as cempasúchil), colorful papel picado, candles, and photographs of loved ones.

لضمان التوفر، احجز في أقرب وقت ممكن. الحجز المبكر يستحق النظر خاصة إذا كنت تخطط للرحلة خلال موسم الذروة مثل العطلات العامة أو عطلات نهاية الأسبوع.

يمكنك إلغاء هذه الرحلة بدون تكلفة حتى 24 ساعات قبل بدء الرحلة. إذا قمت بالإلغاء بعد 24 ساعات أو لم تحضر في الرحلة، فسيتم تحصيل السعر الكامل للنشاط. التأخر في الاستلام أو المغادرة سيعتبر كعدم حضور.