Monument to the Revolution (Monumento a la Revolución)
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The world's tallest triumphal arch — a copper-domed Art Deco giant with a glass elevator to a 360° observation deck 65 meters up. Deck entry is 150 pesos and includes the quirky elevator ride and the lantern at the very top. Views are good, though Torre Latinoamericana's are better. The plaza below, with its dancing fountains, is free and full of local life.
Key facts
| Hours | Mon–Thu 12:00–20:00 Fri–Sat 12:00–22:00 Sun–Sun 10:00–20:00 |
|---|---|
| Price | $ |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | Metro Revolución (Line 2), 3-minute walk |
| Time needed | 1-1.5 hours including the deck |
| Best time to go | An hour before sunset — daylight, golden hour and city lights in one visit; Fri-Sat the deck stays open to 10pm |
| Last verified | July 12, 2026 |
Friend Score
8.4/10- Value7.5
- iconic6.5
- Freshness9.1
- Crowd level7.5
- Authenticity8.0
- Accessibility9.0
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get there by metro?
- Metro Revolución on Line 2 drops you three minutes away. It's also an easy 10-15 minute walk from the Reforma corridor or the Alameda area. The Tabacalera neighborhood around it is fine by day, quieter at night.
- Is there a museum inside?
- Yes, the Museo Nacional de la Revolución sits in the basement level and covers the 1910-1917 revolution; it's a separate modest ticket. It's decent if you like history, but most visitors prioritize the deck.
- Is the plaza around the monument free?
- Yes — Plaza de la República is a public square with choreographed fountains kids run through all summer, food vendors, and often markets or events. You can enjoy the monument entirely for free from below; the ticket is only for going up.
- When's the best time to go up?
- Timing your visit an hour before sunset gets you daylight, golden hour and the city lighting up, all on one ticket. On clear days after rain you can see the volcanoes; smoggy afternoons flatten the view considerably.
- Is the view better here or at Torre Latinoamericana?
- Torre Latino is taller and has the postcard shot over the Centro. The Monumento wins on the experience — the exposed-elevator ride up through the structure and walking inside the copper dome — and it's less claustrophobic up top. If you only do one view, Torre Latino; if you like architecture, this one.
- What are the observation deck hours?
- Monday-Thursday 12pm-8pm, Friday and Saturday 12pm-10pm, Sunday 10am-8pm, with last entry 30 minutes before close. The late Friday/Saturday hours make it one of the easiest night views in the city.
- How much does it cost to go up the Monumento a la Revolución?
- 150 pesos general, 130 for kids under 12, students, teachers and seniors with ID, and there are family bundles (five people for 680 pesos). That covers the glass elevator, the 360° viewing deck, the lantern at the top, and a walk through the foundations.
- What is the Monumento a la Revolución, actually?
- It started life as the dome of a never-finished parliament under dictator Porfirio Díaz; the Revolution interrupted construction, and in the 1930s the steel skeleton was converted into this monument. Revolutionary heroes including Villa, Madero and Cárdenas are entombed in its pillars.
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