Museo Soumaya at Plaza Carso is the curved, silver building you can spot from afar in Nuevo Polanco. Designed by architect Fernando Romero and opened in 2011, it holds European and Mexican art, with a gallery devoted to Auguste Rodin on the top floor. Entry is free and it opens every day, so it fits into almost any plan. It’s about 5 km from Hotel Emma Boutique.
Practical information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Distance from the hotel | About 5 km |
| Getting there (summary) | Metro Line 1 from Sevilla to Tacubaya, Line 7 to San Joaquín, then about a 15-minute walk; or a taxi |
| Hours | Every day, 10:30 to 18:30 |
| Admission | Free |
| Suggested time | 1.5 to 2 hours |
Address: Bulevar Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra at Presa Falcón, Colonia Ampliación Granada. The museum has a second location at Plaza Loreto, in the south of the city; this guide covers Plaza Carso.
What to see at Museo Soumaya
- The building itself: a façade of about 16,000 hexagonal aluminum tiles that shifts tone with the light.
- The sixth floor, an open, column-free space under a large skylight, with the collection of Rodin sculptures.
- The European art galleries, with old masters and 19th- and 20th-century painting.
- Mexican art from the collection, from the viceregal period to the 20th century.
- Temporary exhibitions that change throughout the year.
Getting there from Hotel Emma Boutique
By Metro, with one transfer:
- Walk 200 m to Sevilla station on Line 1 and ride toward Observatorio to Tacubaya, three stops away.
- At Tacubaya, change to Line 7 toward El Rosario.
- Get off at San Joaquín, four stops later, and walk about 15 minutes to Plaza Carso.
A taxi or ride-hailing app is more convenient: about 20 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic on Periférico and Ejército Nacional.
Tips for your visit
- Start on the sixth floor and work your way down gallery by gallery, ending at the exit.
- Weekday mornings are quieter; weekends get crowded.
- Take your photo of the façade from the far side of the plaza so the whole building fits in the frame.
- Pair it with Museo Jumex, on the same plaza, devoted to contemporary art. Check its hours, which differ.
Frequently asked questions
What are Museo Soumaya’s opening hours?
The Plaza Carso location is open every day from 10:30 to 18:30.
How much does it cost to visit Museo Soumaya?
Nothing: entry is free every day.
How do I get to Museo Soumaya by Metro?
Take Line 1 at Sevilla to Tacubaya, then Line 7 to San Joaquín and walk about 15 minutes. By taxi or app it’s about 20 to 30 minutes from Roma Norte.
How much time do you need at Museo Soumaya?
An hour and a half to two hours to see all six floors without rushing. From Hotel Emma Boutique, next to Sevilla Metro, it makes an easy half-day outing.