Chapultepec Castle, Mexico City – Ultimate Guide

📍 Basic Info Opening Hours: Tuesday–Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Closed: Mondays Ticket Price: Foreign Visitors: 95 MXN (~$5 USD) Address: Bosque de Chapultepec I Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11100 Mexico City Transportation: Metro Line 1 (Pink): Chapultepec Station Metro Line 7 (Orange): Auditorio Station 🏰 Must-See Highlights 1️⃣ First Floor – History & Resistance Pre-Hispanic & Colonial Artifacts Chinese Export Art: Blue-and-white porcelain, folding fans, and lacquered screens Massive Warship Model 2️⃣ Second Floor – Royal Splendor Fountain Courtyard & Ornate Rooms Colonial-Era Jewelry & Luxury Items Stained-Glass Windows (depicting Greek myths) 3️⃣ Third Floor – Sky Garden & Panoramic Views Best photo spot overlooking Mexico City! 📸 ⚠️ Visitor Tips ✔ No food/drinks allowed inside (eat before entering) ✔ Audio guides available (recommended for history buffs) ✔ Time needed: 1.5–3 hours (depends on interest) 🌳 Nearby Attractions Chapultepec Park (one of the largest urban parks in the world) Zoo, Museums, & Lakes Monument to the Niños Héroes (honoring young cadets who died in the Mexican-American War) Ángel de la Independencia (iconic golden angel on Reforma Avenue) 📸 Best Photo Spots Castle Rooftop (city skyline backdrop) Fountain Courtyard (colonial elegance) Stained-Glass Hall (colorful light play) #ChapultepecCastle #MexicoCity #HistoryLovers #CastleViews #UNESCO