Metropolitan Cathedral
Cathedral · Centro Histórico, Mexico City

Metropolitan Cathedral

Photo: Ulisesmorales · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Construction began in 1573 and continued for over two centuries. The building combines Gothic, Baroque and Neoclassical elements. Visitors should note the ornate side chapels and the crypt.

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Good to know

Tickets
Free entry
Time needed
1-2 hours
Best time
Weekday mornings
Getting there
Metro to Zocalo station

Itineraries with Metropolitan Cathedral

Day 1 of Mexico City Tacos & Temples

Centro Histórico

How Metropolitan Cathedral fits into a day.
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Metropolitan Cathedral questions

What are the opening hours of the Metropolitan Cathedral?

Hours vary by day; confirm on site or with the cathedral office.

Is photography allowed inside the Metropolitan Cathedral?

Photography is permitted without flash in most areas.

Can you attend mass at the Metropolitan Cathedral?

Yes, regular masses are held and open to the public.

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