The museums in Morelia are an essential part of the city’s cultural charm. From ancient history to science and daily life, these spaces allow you to explore Michoacán’s past and present through accessible and enriching experiences.
At Descubre Michoacán, we visited some of the most representative museums in Morelia’s historic center, and here we share the ones that truly stand out. It’s not only about their historical or educational value — but also the unique details that make them special: carefully designed lighting, rare original pieces, well-presented traditional costumes, interactive screens, ambient sounds, and layouts that invite you to explore with curiosity. These are museums you enjoy not only for what they tell, but how they tell it.
Museo Regional Michoacano
Located in a Baroque mansion built between 1705 and 1775, the Museo Regional Michoacano “Dr. Nicolás León Calderón” is one of the city’s cultural gems. Once owned by Don Isidro Huarte, this museum has been a reference point since its founding in 1886. It’s the oldest museum in Mexico’s INAH network and preserves archaeological pieces, documents, and objects that narrate Michoacán’s evolution from its first settlements to the Porfiriato era. Inside, you’ll find truly valuable artifacts, beautiful paintings, and detailed oil portraits.
📍 Address: La Corregidora 113, corner of García Obeso, Historic Center
🕘 Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
🎟️ Admission: $75 MXN. Free for students, teachers, and seniors with valid ID.
Museo Historia Natural
The Museo de Historia Natural “Manuel Martínez Solórzano” (MUHNA), located inside Bosque Cuauhtémoc, offers an educational experience focused on Michoacán’s biodiversity. It features exhibits on the region’s flora, fauna, and geology, as well as workshops, guided tours, and activities for all ages. Interactive screens, ambient sounds, and visual displays make the visit dynamic and engaging.
📍 Address: Avenida Ventura Puente #23, Bosque Cuauhtémoc
🕘 Hours: Monday to Sunday, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
🎟️ Admission: Free
Museo del Estado
Housed in a former Augustinian convent and later the State Congress building, the Museo del Estado de Michoacán has been open since 1986 and focuses on the cultural heritage of Michoacán. One of its highlights is the Botica Mier, a faithful recreation of Morelia’s first pharmacy, displaying over 1,700 restored original pieces since its closure in 1981. The museum also features archaeological artifacts, traditional masks, and an immersive introductory experience.
📍 Address: Guillermo Prieto, corner of Santiago Tapia
🕘 Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
🎟️ Admission: Free
If you enjoy museums in Morelia, remember that the Historic Center of Morelia offers much more to explore — from nighttime legend tours and tram rides to the unmissable Cathedral lighting show. Each experience adds a unique touch to your visit to Morelia, Mexico, one of the most cultural cities in the country.
Casa Natal Morelos
The museum features three rooms dedicated to the life and death of General José María Morelos y Pavón. During your visit, you can admire sculptures, oil paintings, letters written by the hero himself, and illustrations of his military campaigns.
One of the main attractions is an animated show starring Morelos himself in a robotic version. The show is free, lasts about 10 minutes, and is highly recommended.
The museum also has a small cinema where classic films are screened, and it is housed in a beautiful colonial mansion with a spacious and lush garden.
📍 Address: Calle Corregidora at the corner of García Obeso.
🕘 Hours: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
🎟️ Admission: Free.
📸 Photography: Allowed, but flash is not recommended
