Museums in Mexico - Monterrey

Monterrey has established itself as a significant cultural center inside Mexico. We have listed the most important museums and theatres, along with some that are not necessarily important, but are interesting just the same. You will probably be pleasantly surprised when you discover the possibilities available here. Admission prices vary, but all are very reasonable. Pick up a copy of "What's On Monterrey" available in most hotel lobbies, or call the Infotur office at 83-44-43-43 to get a list of current attractions and schedules.

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Some of Monterrey's museums offer free admission on different days and for certain exhibits.

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Museo del Acero, is a non profit science and technology center, providing multiple interactive areas that enforce scientific and technological education, commemorating the history of steel and its industrial development. Located inside Parque Fundidora. Phone 81-26-11-08.

Museum of Contemporary Art: MARCO - Over 15.000 sq. ft. of permanent and temporary displays.　 Nice gift shop. Corner of Zuazua and Ocampo Centro. Phone 83-42-48-20.

Museum of Mexican History: visual and pictorial history of Mexico.　 Interesting displays.　 Beautiful grounds, on the exact site of the city's founding. Dr. Coss No. 445 Sur Centro. Phone 83-45-98-98.

Monterrey Metropolitan Museum: History, Mexican tradition and customs, Founders of the city, Showing local artists on weekends. Zaragoza and Corregidora. Phone 83-44-19-71.

Glass Museum: History of Glass making - Some incredible displays of glass art. Zaragoza and Magallanes Treviño. Phone 83-29-10-00 ext. 1105.

City Theater: Theater, ballet, workshops, festivals and extravaganzas. Zuazua and Matamoros
Centro. Phone 83-43-89-75.

Monterrey Automobile and Transportation Museum: Historic automobiles on display. Ave. Alfonso Reyes Niños Heroes Park . Phone: 83-31-38-90.