Chapultepec Castle
Castle · Chapultepec, Mexico City

Chapultepec Castle

Photo: Sisgeo · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Chapultepec Castle stands on a hill inside the park. It served as a military school, imperial residence, and presidential home. The National Museum of History now occupies the building and displays period furnishings and historical artifacts.

On day 5 of Mexico City Tacos & Temples

Good to know

Tickets
Entry fee applies; confirm current rates online
Time needed
Two to three hours
Best time
Weekday mornings
Getting there
Metro line 1 to Chapultepec station then walk into the park

Itineraries with Chapultepec Castle

Day 5 of Mexico City Tacos & Temples

Chapultepec

How Chapultepec Castle fits into a day.
  1. 9:30Museo Nacional de AntropologíaChapultepec
  2. 13:00Chapultepec CastleChapultepec
  3. 16:00Casa Luis Barragán (guided tour, book ahead)Tacubaya
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Chapultepec Castle questions

What is Chapultepec Castle?

It is a 19th-century castle that houses the National Museum of History.

How much does it cost to enter Chapultepec Castle?

An entry fee is charged. Current prices are listed on the official museum website.

When is Chapultepec Castle open?

Opening hours vary by season. Check the museum website before visiting.

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