Artistic Heritage at the Murales de la Secretaría de Educación Pública
Experience the vibrant murals of Mexico City, where art tells the story of a nation’s culture and history in stunning detail.
Step into a vibrant world of murals at the Murales de la Secretaría de Educación Pública in Mexico City, where art and history intertwine beautifully to narrate the nation's cultural heritage. This site is a must-visit for tourists eager to experience the colorful expressions of Mexican artists.
A brief summary to Murales de la Secretaría de Educación Pública
- República de Argentina 28, Cuauhtémoc, Mexico City, Historic center of Mexico City, Centro, Mexico City, 06020, MX
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-5 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-5 pm
- Thursday 10 am-5 pm
- Friday 10 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Visit during weekdays to avoid larger crowds and enjoy a more intimate experience.
- Consider joining a guided tour to fully appreciate the historical significance of the murals.
- Make sure to bring a camera, as the murals offer stunning photo opportunities.
- Check the opening hours in advance, as they may vary throughout the week.
- Take your time to explore the details of each mural; they are rich with symbolism and meaning.
Getting There
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Metro
Take Line 2 (Blue Line) at your nearest Metro station towards Tasqueña. Get off at the 'Chabacano' station after three stops. At Chabacano, transfer to Line 8 (Green Line) towards Garibaldi-Lagunilla. Ride for four stops and disembark at 'San Juan de Letrán'. From there, walk east along Calle de San Juan de Letrán until you reach Avenida 16 de Septiembre. Turn left and walk for about 5 minutes until you reach República de Argentina. The Murales de la Secretaría de Educación Pública will be on your right at República de Argentina 28.
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Bus
Locate the nearest RTP bus stop and catch the bus number 8 (red line) towards 'Tacubaya'. Stay on the bus for about 20 minutes and get off at the 'Balderas' stop. From Balderas, walk north along Avenida Balderas until you reach the intersection with Calle de la República de Argentina. Turn right onto República de Argentina and walk for about 10 minutes. You will find the Murales de la Secretaría de Educación Pública at number 28 on your left.
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Walking
If you are close to the Historic Center, simply walk towards the Zócalo (main square). From there, head south on Avenida 16 de Septiembre until you reach Calle de República de Argentina. Turn left onto República de Argentina and continue walking for about 5 minutes. The Murales de la Secretaría de Educación Pública will be located at number 28 on your right.
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Taxi
You can hail a taxi or use a ride-sharing app like Uber or Didi. When booking, enter 'República de Argentina 28, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México' as your destination. The driver will take you directly to the location. Be sure to communicate if you have any specific preferences, like avoiding certain streets.
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