Museo Jumex

Mexico City, Mexico

Museo Jumex is a contemporary art museum in Mexico City's Polanco district, showcasing one of Latin America's premier private collections within a bold, modern building. Its reputation as the city’s fourth‑most popular museum makes it a focal point for lovers of modern and contemporary art.

Why choose Museo Jumex

You’ll walk through a striking architectural space that frames works you won’t find in more traditional museums, offering a fresh perspective on current artistic movements. The collection’s focus on Latin American creators gives you insight that other venues in the city rarely provide.

Best for: Contemporary art · Architecture · Photography · Couples

Start your Polanco art morning here

Begin at Museo Jumex, then walk to nearby Museo Soumaya and finish with a bite at El Turix, all within a relaxed half‑day.

1. Morning — Museo Jumex
2. 11:30 — Museo Soumaya
3. Lunch — El Turix

Visit tips

• Enter through the main lobby; the ticket desk is on the right.
• Spend a few minutes in the courtyard; the reflected light highlights the façade.
• Visit Tuesday‑Friday mornings to avoid the larger afternoon crowds.
• Allow about two hours; the museum closes at 5 pm, and it’s closed on Mondays.

Plan your visit

• Recommended duration: 1.5–2 hours
• Best time of day: Morning, before 12:00
• Hours: 10:00–17:00 (closed Monday)
• Booking: not required — tickets at the gate
• Category: museum
• Rated 4.6 by 17171 reviewers
• Tags: contemporary art, polanco, modern architecture, gallery walk

Nearby attractions

• El Turix — restaurant, 13 min walk
• Museo Soumaya — museum, 1 min walk
• Klein's — cafe, 15 min walk
• Bellopuerto — restaurant, 17 min walk

More things to do in Mexico City

• Chapultepec Zoo
• Arena México
• Taquería Orinoco
• Pastelería Ideal
• Mercado de San Juan Pugibet
• Museo Nacional de Antropología

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