What to do and see in Yucatan, Yucatan: The Best Museums

March 8, 2022 Randal Brittian

Discover the best top things to do in Yucatan, Yucatan Peninsula including Casa de los Venados, Nahualli Casa de los Artistas, Galeria La Eskalera, Museo de Ropa Etnica de Mexico - Murem, Museo Palacio de la Musica, Filux lab, Museo Casa Montejo, Palacio Canton, Anthropology and History Museum, Museo del Pueblo Maya de Dzibilchaltun.
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1. Casa de los Venados

Calle 40 Local 204, Valladolid 97780 Mexico +52 985 856 2289 http://www.casadelosvenados.com
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5.0 based on 1,054 reviews

Casa de los Venados

Reviewed By lgmountford - Calgary, Canada

Instead of group tours, they are conducting private tours with your own group of cohorts. What a fascinating and fabulous place to visit and to make a donation to a very worthy cause. The owners have opened their private home and private collection of Mexican art to anybody who wants to visit and only ask for a modest donation that goes towards local charities. It is impossible to absorb everything and only one visit as there is so much of interest to look at. A big shout out to the owners for their vision and generosity.

2. Nahualli Casa de los Artistas

Calle 60 # 405 Entre 43 y 45, Merida 97000 Mexico +52 999 928 6566 [email protected] http://www.nahualligallery.com
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5.0 based on 138 reviews

Nahualli Casa de los Artistas

In the heart of Merida's Historic Center, Casa Estudio was born and continues to grow. It has evolved into a place where contemporary visual art and the solemn elegance of colonial architecture converge, creating an environment at once original and distinguished for its extensive collection of beautiful and masterfully done paintings, sculpture. drawings and prints.

Reviewed By marytA5839NE

There was some very interesting sculpture and visual art at this gallery. It is close to Santa Ana park and I would recommend a visit if you are in the area.

3. Galeria La Eskalera

Calle 70 # 474B Between 57 and 59th streets, Merida 97000 Mexico +52 999 947 1218 [email protected]
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5.0 based on 24 reviews

Galeria La Eskalera

4. Museo de Ropa Etnica de Mexico - Murem

Calle 41 # 195 Colonia Centro, Valladolid 97780 Mexico +52 985 856 5832 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/MuremValladolid
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Museo de Ropa Etnica de Mexico - Murem

In today's world of evolving traditions and cultural fusion, Mexico's ethnic clothing is much admired for what it tells us about this fascinating country and its diverse communities. Situated in the center of Valladolid, the Museo de Ropa Étnica de México--MUREM--is a nonprofit organization that connects us with the rich and varied cultures of Mexico through the indigenous, traditional, and contemporary ethnic costumes on view.

Reviewed By Mamonth - Kyiv (Kiev), Ukraine

It is a wonderful small museum and represents traditional costumes of different parts of Mexico. Not all costumes original, there are some modern replicas in synthetic materials. For the present time there are no name boards with descriptions. But Marti is a very competent guide! You can get a lot information about costumes and traditions of each part of Mexico. We like this tour and we had a good time.

5. Museo Palacio de la Musica

Calle 58 corner with Calle 59, Merida 97000 Mexico +52 1 999 689 0065 https://www.facebook.com/PalacioDeLaMusicaOficial/?ref=br_rs
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Museo Palacio de la Musica

Reviewed By Trevorwain - Mexico City, Mexico

Nobody told us about this museum and we fortunately found it through TripAdvisor. This is a must see and listen. The history of Mexican music brilliantly presented through sound,visuals, interviews and holograms. Highly recommended

6. Filux lab

Calle 64 Numero 383A Entre 45 y 47, Merida 97000 Mexico +52 999 921 1440 [email protected] http://filuxlab.com
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Filux lab

Filux Lab is an initiative originated from the International Light Festival Mexico (Festival Internacional de las Luces México). It was our firm conviction to create breeding ground for local talent, with an identity all of its own, which made us design the first laboratory entirely dedicated to experimentation, discussion, production and exhibition of art pieces related to the language of light and cinema. Our program connects us with the global scene of art through residencies, workshops, master classes, co-productions, forums and festivals that promote cultural exchange amongst artists, experts and a diverse audience. We are an independent space based in the city of Mérida, Yucatán; our mission is to promote a sense of artistic community where different universes come together around the light.

7. Museo Casa Montejo

Calle 63 506 Centro, Merida 97000 Mexico +52 999 923 0633 [email protected]
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4.5 based on 697 reviews

Museo Casa Montejo

Facing the main square in Merida, this extraordinary building dates back to 1549 and is built with intricate artistry in the Spanish Plateresque style.

Reviewed By JimP988 - Los Angeles, United States

Run by Banamex, this museum has several rooms of furniture from the Montejo family that conquered Yucatan, as well as several exhibit rooms. When I was there, I saw an excellent exhibit of Mexican folk art.

8. Palacio Canton

Merida Mexico +52 999 923 0557 http://www.palaciocanton.inah.gob.mx
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4.5 based on 151 reviews

Palacio Canton

Once the home of General Francisco Canton Rosada, this building now houses artifacts and memorabilia as the Anthropology Museum.

Reviewed By JaysRE - Montreal, Canada

I dislike using terms like an "icon" - but it is one on the Paseo. Well worth the visit even just walking around it

9. Anthropology and History Museum

Avenida Paseo de Montejo 43, Merida 97000 Mexico +52 999 923 0557 http://www.palaciocanton.inah.gob.mx/
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4.5 based on 506 reviews

Anthropology and History Museum

This museum traces the city through history, from its colonial Spanish plazas to the modern bustling streets of today.

Reviewed By JimP988 - Los Angeles, United States

Located in the Palacio Canton on the Paseo Montejo, this museum is a required visit if you are interested in visiting any Maya archeological sites. The exhibits on view here are the best of the best -- and the building they are in is interesting too from an architectural viewpoint.

10. Museo del Pueblo Maya de Dzibilchaltun

Calle 57 278 Zona Arqueológica de Dzibilchaltún, Merida 97203 Mexico +52 999 922 0193 http://www.inah.gob.mx/zonas/150-museo-del-pueblo-maya-de-dzibilchaltun
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Museo del Pueblo Maya de Dzibilchaltun

Reviewed By DocStewart

The museum at Dzibilchaltun is a modern museum with artifacts and explanations covering the Mayan period through colonization. Aside from offering a break from the heat (it is air conditioned) it affords one a chance to learn more of historic progress that the Yucatan experienced. The explanations of the oldest artifacts help give a more complete understanding of the ruins that you will visit.

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