Museo Casa Diego Rivera
Museo Casa Diego Rivera
Museo Casa Diego Rivera
4.5
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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The birthplace of Mexico's most famous painter has been preserved as a museum featuring some of his original works and a collection of artifacts from his house.
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- PaulSan Miguel de Allende, Mexico141 contributionsA Wonderful MuseumThis museum was the childhood home of one of the greatest Mexican muralists, Diego Rivera. It is worth the very modest price of admission just to see the house, the place where artistic genius was nurtured. But then, you also get to see the art of this amazing artist as it is displayed quite naturally in his early environment. While in Guanajuato, you must make time to see this charming museum.Visited February 2020Written March 19, 2020
- TravelingLily2014Niskayuna, New York385 contributionsGood spot to begin learning about RiveraAs we lived in Mexico City (in Coyoacan), we knew a lot about Diego Rivera and had seen a lot of his work. However, we are glad we visited this small museum, which is his birthplace. Our favorite art works were illustrations Rivera had done showing the creation story of the Mayan people. There is not much here, so don’t come expecting rooms and rooms of great art. But what there is shows a different side of Rivera than what one gets in Mexico City.Visited January 2020Traveled as a coupleWritten January 14, 2020
- George BPuerto Rico1,018 contributionsMust go place in GuanajuatoA must go place in Guanajuato where you can see and feel the history of this genius and his talent. Our guide was very knowledgeable of the Master’s history. Very interesting collection of Diegos prolific work in the house where he grew up. Dont miss it, just go there. Recomended.Visited February 2020Traveled as a coupleWritten February 22, 2020
- sixthgentexan80 contributionsHidden gemThis is a fabulous hidden gem in the center of Guanajuato. Incredible collection of Rivera and other artists' work, housed in a beautiful space that incorporates the home into which he was born. Well worth an hour while exploring the city.Visited March 2022Written April 3, 2022
- Mr_SnippetsBoston, Massachusetts69 contributionsExcellent for Appreciating Diego's DiversityAs this small museum built around his childhood home cannot hold the large murals for which he is famous, it is still a great place to see the works of his earlier years, showing a mastery of many diverse styles ranging from Picasso to Winslow Homer. He even did a stint transcribing archaeological artworks to printable form which perfectly matches the spirit of the old Aztec codices. We no longer think of him as merely the pioneer of grand Socialist Realism which appealed so much to the post-war Soviets.Visited September 2022Written September 19, 2022
- UrbanpeasantLos Angeles, California30 contributionsSmall museumThis museum's highlight is getting to see Rivera's childhood home and the evolution he went through by seeing his early paintings and drawings. It could be a bit lengthy to see all his early collections as this is a 4 story house. The bottom part is the original house, the rest of the floors house his early work with a few rooms (about 3) showcasing other artists work on rotation.Visited July 2018Traveled with friendsWritten August 2, 2018
- WestraliaPerth, Australia113 contributionsOne of the key art museums of MexicoThis museum has an excellent expose of the works of Diego Rivera, but does not have such a high profile to overseas visitors. Perhaps if it was located in Mexico City, it would be visited more. In my opinion, this museum is comparable, if not better then the Frida Kahlo museum in Mexico City, although this is also dependent upon one's tastes.This museum also has some great biographic information which includes works painted by Diego when he was still quite young, which display his immense natural talent. Note that photography is not permitted, except in the courtyards. You will receive more value from your visit with the assistance of a guide.Visited July 2019Traveled soloWritten July 20, 2019
- Konrad MMelbourne, Australia564 contributionsFor hard core fans onlyAs important as it is to preserve the history of this remarkable artist, and the house in which he lived, the early artwork on display here is a little underwhelming when compared to the mural artwork on display in Mexico City. If you miss it, don’t lose sleep over it.Visited February 2019Traveled soloWritten February 8, 2019
- Tourist212671 contributionPleasant SurpriseWith only average expections on our part, the Diego Rivera museum turned out to be a delightful experience. The combination of the preservation of Rivera's upper class home near the center of Guanajuato along with a good collection of his work is worth a visit. In addition, at the time of our trip, the works of two contemporary and provocative Mexican artists who were also featured were every bit as fascinating as those of Rivera. The museum is low-key, uncrowded and quite interesting.Written August 22, 2003
- Marni K385 contributionsWhy all the fuss about Diego Rivera?Well, if you go to this museum, you'll find out. 1. He was incredibly prolific and 2) Over the years, his painting style changed dramatically, but his technique was always masterful. There are paintings by other artists there as well, but his seem imbued with a life and vibrancy that others lack. Also nice to see the furnishings in the house he grew up in.Visited October 2019Written October 26, 2019
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sixthgentexan
Austin, Texas80 contributions
Mar 2022
This is a fabulous hidden gem in the center of Guanajuato. Incredible collection of Rivera and other artists' work, housed in a beautiful space that incorporates the home into which he was born. Well worth an hour while exploring the city.
Written April 3, 2022
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Mr_Snippets
Boston, MA69 contributions
Sep 2022
As this small museum built around his childhood home cannot hold the large murals for which he is famous, it is still a great place to see the works of his earlier years, showing a mastery of many diverse styles ranging from Picasso to Winslow Homer. He even did a stint transcribing archaeological artworks to printable form which perfectly matches the spirit of the old Aztec codices. We no longer think of him as merely the pioneer of grand Socialist Realism which appealed so much to the post-war Soviets.
Written September 19, 2022
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Urbanpeasant
Los Angeles, CA30 contributions
Jul 2018 • Friends
This museum's highlight is getting to see Rivera's childhood home and the evolution he went through by seeing his early paintings and drawings. It could be a bit lengthy to see all his early collections as this is a 4 story house. The bottom part is the original house, the rest of the floors house his early work with a few rooms (about 3) showcasing other artists work on rotation.
Written August 3, 2018
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Westralia
Perth, Australia113 contributions
Jul 2019 • Solo
This museum has an excellent expose of the works of Diego Rivera, but does not have such a high profile to overseas visitors. Perhaps if it was located in Mexico City, it would be visited more. In my opinion, this museum is comparable, if not better then the Frida Kahlo museum in Mexico City, although this is also dependent upon one's tastes.This museum also has some great biographic information which includes works painted by Diego when he was still quite young, which display his immense natural talent.
Note that photography is not permitted, except in the courtyards. You will receive more value from your visit with the assistance of a guide.
Note that photography is not permitted, except in the courtyards. You will receive more value from your visit with the assistance of a guide.
Written July 20, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Konrad M
Melbourne, Australia564 contributions
Feb 2019 • Solo
As important as it is to preserve the history of this remarkable artist, and the house in which he lived, the early artwork on display here is a little underwhelming when compared to the mural artwork on display in Mexico City.
If you miss it, don’t lose sleep over it.
If you miss it, don’t lose sleep over it.
Written February 8, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Tourist21267
City, State1 contribution
With only average expections on our part, the Diego Rivera museum turned out to be a delightful experience. The combination of the preservation of Rivera's upper class home near the center of Guanajuato along with a good collection of his work is worth a visit. In addition, at the time of our trip, the works of two contemporary and provocative Mexican artists who were also featured were every bit as fascinating as those of Rivera. The museum is low-key, uncrowded and quite interesting.
Written August 23, 2003
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Marni K
San Jose CA385 contributions
Oct 2019
Well, if you go to this museum, you'll find out. 1. He was incredibly prolific and 2) Over the years, his painting style changed dramatically, but his technique was always masterful. There are paintings by other artists there as well, but his seem imbued with a life and vibrancy that others lack. Also nice to see the furnishings in the house he grew up in.
Written October 26, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
iCritic
San Diego, CA401 contributions
Jun 2019 • Family
The Diego Rivera museum is a great mix of period furniture and art. The rooms walk you through the significant periods of Rivera’s work and provide very good insight into his life through his art. I wish they would have shown photos of some of the finished murals the sketches were done for. I really enjoyed this small, intimate museum.
Written June 19, 2019
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MelindaMSeattle_WA
Oaxaca, Mexico44 contributions
Hearing it was a small museum, we thought we would zoom through in a few minutes. No way...it was so interesting and the visiting exhibition of photographs of Latin musicians was so fantastic, we spent well over an hour musing over the installations. I look forward to returning to Guanajuato and this fascinating museum.
Written January 11, 2015
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ruth w
Vienna, Austria336 contributions
Dec 2014 • Solo
I spent a very enjoyable hour wandering through this museum. As well as extensive art works by Diego Rivera, you also get a profound insight into his formative years when he lived here with his family until the age of six.
Written December 22, 2014
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Francisco O.
Gustine, CA
Buenas tardes cuanto es el costo de la entrada del museo de diego rivera y las momias
rarouesty
Huixquilucan, Mexico196 contributions
Mil disculpas,no lo recuerdo en realidad,favor de buscar directamente en el sitio de los museos
Luis Andres H
13 contributions
Cual es el horario de museo.?
Sergio S
2 contributions
De 10 a 17.30 horas.
Paty L
Mexico City, Mexico3 contributions
Hola! Quiero saber que horarios tiene el museo, que costo y que dÃas abre?
Asà como, si cuanta con cafeterÃa tienda de recuerdos y demás. gracias!
Pagina web?
Francisco R
5 contributions
Hola, El museo el unico dia que no abre es el lunes, de martes a sabado esta abierto entre las 10 y las 19 hs. el domingo no recuerdo pero cierra antes.
Tiene un tienda de recuerdos, pero no cafeteria.
No dejes de visitarlo no te arrepentiras.
Ana
Jeano91
Louviers, CO16 contributions
Cuanto cuesta y como llega allà desde el Jardin Union?
400RUTH
Culiacan, Mexico16 contributions
Nosotros siempre llevamos a nuestras viejitas OSEA MAMAS DE LOS 2 Y como ya están mayores de edad siempre andamos en coche... mi esposo nos deja en la puerta, luego busca estacionarse y nos alcanza luego, Pero bueno, también hay muchos taxistas muy buenos y hasta te pueden dar su cel... Les llamas y van por ti a donde estés , es bueno siempre llamarle al mismo... NOSOTROS YA TENEMOS UNO EN PARTICULAR... CUALQUIER COSA QUE NECESITEMOS LO LLAMAMOS... GRACIAS A DIOS HAY GENTE BUENA QUE TE AYUDA... CADA AÑO VAMOS Y SIEMPRE EL MISMO TAXI... espero haberte ayudado
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- Museo Casa Diego Rivera is open:
- Sun - Sun 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Tue - Sat 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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- Guanajuato Private Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo Tour (From $65.00)
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