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Museo de Arte Contemporaneo (MARCO)

Zuazua y Ocampo | Zona Centro, Monterrey 64000, Mexico
52-8-3424820
Ranked #1 of 60 attractions in Monterrey
4.5 of 5 stars 41 Reviews
Type: Art Museums
Owner description: Housed in a beautiful building designed by world-famous architect Ricardo Legorreta, this museum features works of major Mexican and Latin American...... more » Owner description: Housed in a beautiful building designed by world-famous architect Ricardo Legorreta, this museum features works of major Mexican and Latin American artists. « less
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Monterrey, Mexico
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2012

I've seen many great exhibitions here, in addition to art exhibits, they also show lots of architecture, for example Norten and Norman Foster projects have been exhibited. More

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Ottawa
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28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2012

A view of modern Mexican art which is well worth taking the time to see. More

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Toronto, Canada
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2012

A great way to spend a couple of hours. The space is very interesting and the museum is not too big - just the right size for two hours of walking around. Cheap entrance, great gift shop. More

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San Pedro Garza Garcia, Mexico
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2012

MARCO usually has great expositions, and when you are done you can have lunch in there, with a nice look to the Santa Lucia. More

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Monterrey, Mexico
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2012

Have loved all the exhibits I've been to. Very nice place, friendly staff. Free entry on Wednesdays. More

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Laredo, Texas
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2012

I've been to the MARCO several times, sometimes I really enjoy the exhibits sometimes I don't but that is to be expected since Art is subjective. When they had the marionett's exhibit it creeped me out. But that is my personal opinion. I will always go if I have the opportunity because you never know what you will find. More

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Monterrey, Mexico
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 18, 2012

The exhibits may be great or poor, but the museum itself is a masterpiece. This Legorreta´s work deserves a couple of hours. Rest in the cafeteria, sit in front of the patio, have a coffee and watch the gush fountain. It´s beautiful. More

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Astana, Kazakhstan
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64 reviews 64 reviews
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 9, 2012

I am local, but now living out of Mexico, when this place was built I spent days visiting new exhibitions. All the times has something new to offer, and the architectural design of this place was definitely a design breakthrough when it was built. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 5, 2009

This museum is def. a must see for everyone who visits Mty. The beautiful architecture by Mexican artist Ricardo Legoreta and the 1 ton pigeon "La Paloma" from Juan Soriano are the firsts things you see in the Macroplaza. This museum has a top quality (if a bit pricey) buffet, who's menu changes everyday (the desserts are the best!). The... More

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San Diego
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2008

The building in which the museum is housed is a beautiful example of contemporary architecture. The fountain on the bottom floor is a great work or art and great place to sit and rest for a while. Very tranquil. There was an excellent exhibit on 20th Century female Mexican artists while we were there. Very enjoyable. We went on a... More

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