More than a sport, a culture: Find out where the Charrería Museum is and how much it costs

Mexico It is a country rich in culture and one of the sports that highlights the Mexican beauty, as well as its traditions, is Charrería. We invite you to discover a venue that keeps the history of this sport: el Charrería Museum.

But,Where is it located and how much does it cost to discover it?? Here at Debate we share all the details so you don’t miss the opportunity to visit it and discover everything about charrería in depth.

The Charrería Museumand found in the old Monserrat convent, Built around the year 1580, in Mexico City. Also known as Palacio de la Charrería, this venue exhibits costumes, trappings, saddles, paintings, photographs and objects related to the charrería in Mexico.

Admission to the museum is free and is open to the public from Monday to Friday, during business hours. 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. In addition, guided tours are offered for groups, with a tour that lasts approximately 25 minutes.

What can you see at the Charrería Museum?

Inside, you can take a fascinating tour that will transport you through time, from the first vestiges of the charrería to the present day.

The exhibition includes a wide collection of more than 500 pieces representative of different historical periods, which show the evolution and diversity of this cultural expression.

During your visit to the museum, you can admire unique pieces such as Pancho Villa’s chair, a saddle that belonged to Maximilian of Habsburg, and a replica of the hat given to Pope Francis during his visit to Mexico in 2016.

Objects donated by Spain are also on display, including a replica of Queen Isabel La Católica’s sword.

In addition, objects that have been gifted to the Mexican Charrería Federation by ambassadors from various countries are preserved.

In the museum’s collection there are also pieces related to female participation in charrería, such as China Puebla costumes and other attire from different periods and categories.

I have a degree in Literature and a Master’s degree in Linguistic and Literary Competence from the Autonomous University of Zacatecas (UAZ). Since 2022, I have worked as an editor for Debate.com.mx, where I share stories and news from my home state, Zacatecas, and its municipalities, as well as entities such as San Luis Potosí and Querétaro, among others. My passion for travel leads me to publish publications about tourism, World Heritage Cities, Magical Towns and Archaeological Zones. I also share travel tips, recommendations for destinations such as the beaches of Oaxaca, Quintana Roo, Yucatán; attractions in Querétaro, Jalisco, Mexico City, Hidalgo, and more; as well as recommendations and details of concerts from the main fairs in the country. Additionally, I write about cheap flight offers from airlines such as Volaris, Viva Aerobus, Mexicana de Aviación and Aeroméxico, as well as details of the new Mayan Train.

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