A hilltop castle in Chapultepec Forest, once the imperial residence of Maximilian and Carlota and later a presidential residence, now houses the National Museum of History. Visitors see furnished salons, carriages, murals, stained-glass windows, gardens and terraces with city views.
Highlights
- Imperial salons of Maximilian
- Stained-glass windows
- Siqueiros murals
Good to know
- Steep uphill walk to the entrance
- No food, drinks or water allowed
- Sundays free for Mexicans, very crowded
