Mexico City Attractions Opening Hours and Best Time to Visit
Quick answerMost CDMX museums open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The Frida Kahlo Museum requires timed tickets booked online. Teotihuacan opens daily at 9:00 am and the best window is 9:00 to 11:00 am, before the heat and crowds peak.
Daily museum hours
Standard CDMX museum hours run 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Tuesday to Sunday, with closures on Mondays. Major sites like Anthropology, Frida Kahlo and Templo Mayor accept timed online tickets. Plan two to three museums per day.
Teotihuacan and archaeological sites
Teotihuacan opens daily 9:00 am to 5:00 pm with last entry at 4:00 pm. Sunday entry is free for Mexican nationals. The pyramid climb is steep, so wear shoes with grip and bring water.
Best time of day to visit
The first morning slot, between 9:00 and 11:00 am, has cooler temperatures and fewer crowds. Late afternoon, after 3:00 pm, is good for photos with golden light over the pyramids.