Museum Dwellers Will Feel Right at Home in Puebla, Mexico

Museums in Puebla, Mexico
The International Museum of the Baroque in Puebla, Mexico. Photo by Daniel Lloyd Blunk-Fernández on

Puebla doesn’t get as much attention as some other places in Mexico, but it’s one of the country’s most stunning colonial cities. If you want to explore its rich history, museums are a good place to start, and here are some of the very best you shouldn’t miss during your visit.

Museo Amparo

One of the most significant historical museums in all of Mexico, Museo Amparo is safely tucked away in the very heart of the city. It’s known for being extremely technologically advanced when compared to other museums of its kind, and it will take your breath away with its impressive collection of pre-Columbian and contemporary art.

Museo Nacional Ferrocarriles

If you want to turn your museum visit into a family adventure, this is just the place. Museo Nacional Ferrocarriles is dedicated to Mexico’s railway history, and its permanent collection features old steam trains and cabins.

Museo Internacional del Barroco

The extravagant building designed by Toyo Itō doesn’t make it clear from the get-go, but this museum is Puebla’s way of celebrating Baroque art. After exploring its sleek exterior and beautiful courtyard, step inside to admire its extensive collection of Baroque art.