Museum of Arts of Queretaro
Museum of Arts of Queretaro
Museum of Arts of Queretaro
4.5
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Exconvent of San Agustin, Baroque Cloister, most important in Aamerica. Inclusive Museum with accessiblility services. Guided tours, workshops, cultural events. One of the twentieth most important museums in Mexico, it ranks 15th place from 1123 museums in the country.
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Ozzy38
Beckenham, UK461 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
This museum/ gallery was our favourite- plus it was free! The inner courtyard itself is a sight and really worth seeing if f nothing else. It has a small gallery area with a mix of art styles and at the time of our visit an exhibition of jorge Marin works which was interesting. Definitely worth dropping by to see and some information provided in English as well as Spanish.
Written January 24, 2024
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SavvyTraveller001
Edmonton39 contributions
Jul 2011 • Solo
While the museum collection is itself very impressive, one isn't prepared for the sheer magnificience of the building it is housed in. The Cloister of the Temple of St. Augustine was built from 1731 -1736 in the Baroque style of the Colonial period. It's possible that the temperate climate of the area may have contributed to the pristine condition of the building as well as many others in the Centro Queretaro area. A sight not to be missed!
N.B.: Photos are not permitted of the building (this also may help in ensuring structural integrity) but one can purchase an inexpensive fold-out, colour document called" Guia del Claustro". It features key pictures as well as a brief overview of the history of the building. FYI: at this time, it is only published in Spanish but the pictures speak for themselves
N.B.: Photos are not permitted of the building (this also may help in ensuring structural integrity) but one can purchase an inexpensive fold-out, colour document called" Guia del Claustro". It features key pictures as well as a brief overview of the history of the building. FYI: at this time, it is only published in Spanish but the pictures speak for themselves
Written November 18, 2011
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Joy
Boston, MA168 contributions
Mar 2019 • Couples
Think quality large art works rather than lots of pieces. The museum is free to wander into. Many of the signs telling about the architecture are in both Spanish and English. There are large high-ceiling rooms with a few stunning permanent works in each room and then other smaller galleries with revolving shows chocked full of pieces if the featured artist is prolific. Spend as long as you want, or just wander in for a quick look.
Written March 16, 2019
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Marsha F
Washington DC, DC89 contributions
Jan 2019 • Couples
Only special exhibits were on display. It's worth a visit just to see the incredible interior architecture, which dates back to the mid-1700s. The special exhibits were thought-provoking and original, fun and disturbing.
Written January 26, 2019
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michiberli
Berlin, Germany312 contributions
Mar 2018 • Couples
No visit to Querétaro is complete without the Museo de Arte. The courtyard is breathtakingly beautiful as is the entire architecture of this building. What is more, they come up with interesting contemporary art worth seeing. When I went works by Pedro Meyer were on display, a spanish-mexican photographer I had never heard of but whose pictures were quite stunning.
Written April 3, 2018
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Laura E
Leeds, UK1,832 contributions
Apr 2017 • Couples
We popped here for a visit. Free entry. The building is worth a look even if you aren't bothered about the art. The japanese art made of threads was spectacular but the older paintings upstairs were not my taste. Follow the arrows around and explore. A rich history and the buildings had many uses over the years. Pop in and have a look. Only took us 30 minutes to see everything.
Written April 17, 2017
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FrancisMenorca
Menorca79 contributions
Dec 2012 • Family
Queretaro is one of my favourite cities in Mexico. Even though it is growing fast and is surrounded by commercial and industrial areas the historical centre is just so elegant and beautiful.
Each time I visit I never fail to go to the art museum in spite of the fact that I'm not particularly into museums! For me the architecture of the patio is astounding: everywhere you look there are curious sculptured figures, all of which have symbolic meanings...but even if you don't know the meanings of the symbols, it doesn't matter at all, the sculptures are just fascinating in themselves.
For me they are like a blending of baroque and Alice in Wonderland!!
As regards the exhibits there is a permanent collection of baroque and mannerist art, mainly religious in content. Undoubtedly good, but not really my cup of tea. There are always exhibits of contemporary art, which in my opinion (please note I am not an artist or art critic) usually include at least several works of high quality and worth seeing.
My 13 year old son was very impressed by the contemporary art exhibit and the patio.
I think it's worth paying a little extra to be able to take photos.
Each time I visit I never fail to go to the art museum in spite of the fact that I'm not particularly into museums! For me the architecture of the patio is astounding: everywhere you look there are curious sculptured figures, all of which have symbolic meanings...but even if you don't know the meanings of the symbols, it doesn't matter at all, the sculptures are just fascinating in themselves.
For me they are like a blending of baroque and Alice in Wonderland!!
As regards the exhibits there is a permanent collection of baroque and mannerist art, mainly religious in content. Undoubtedly good, but not really my cup of tea. There are always exhibits of contemporary art, which in my opinion (please note I am not an artist or art critic) usually include at least several works of high quality and worth seeing.
My 13 year old son was very impressed by the contemporary art exhibit and the patio.
I think it's worth paying a little extra to be able to take photos.
Written February 9, 2013
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Lux F
Minneapolis7 contributions
Jan 2013 • Solo
This well-preserved monastery would be a pleasure to explore, even if it were empty. It's not, though: it's full of remarkable art, from pre-Colombian stone artifacts to gory baroque religious sculpture, to frenetically carved tables and wardrobes, to local legal documents in heavily flourished script circa mid-19th century. The courtyards are gorgeous, and the views from the windows and balconies alone are worth the trip. Best free museum in Mexico, hands down.
Written January 31, 2013
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halo36
Houston, TX218 contributions
Jun 2012 • Couples
The building is beautiful, but the artwork is average. Some classical art and some modern in a weird format of indoor / outdoor rooms.
Written July 9, 2012
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Jo-S
36 contributions
Jan 2012 • Family
This building is WOW.
The exhibitions might not turn out to be too attractive/luring. If you're lucky you might catch something worthy. The permanent exhibit is mainly made up of religious art.
All this being said... The building is worth the visit, the FINEST EXAMPLE of barroque architecture in THE CONTINENT. Try to get a guided visit or at least purchase a leaflet at the shop prior to entering. The building has very interesting stories to tell that also give you a parallel glimpse at Mexican History.
The exhibitions might not turn out to be too attractive/luring. If you're lucky you might catch something worthy. The permanent exhibit is mainly made up of religious art.
All this being said... The building is worth the visit, the FINEST EXAMPLE of barroque architecture in THE CONTINENT. Try to get a guided visit or at least purchase a leaflet at the shop prior to entering. The building has very interesting stories to tell that also give you a parallel glimpse at Mexican History.
Written March 18, 2012
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