10 Relatively Unknown Yet Amazing Museums You Should Visit In Mexico City

And while famous places like the Frida Khalo Museum and the National Museum of Anthropology are totally bucket list–worthy, there are a bunch of other ones worth a visit, too.

This museum is literally dedicated to our everyday objects — where they come from, who used them for the first time, why they were even invented. In MODO, you'll find old artifacts that have been used in Mexico for more than 200 years, but also new ones that have changed the way Mexicans live today.

Where: Colima 145, Roma Nte., 06700 Ciudad de México, CDMX

Wanna see the best display of popular cultures from all regions of Mexico? Then this museum is for you. All the exhibitions are temporary, so every time you visit you'll discover a completely new expression of Mexican culture.

Where: Av Miguel Hidalgo 289, Del Carmen, Coyoacán, 04000 Ciudad de México, CDMX

The Estanquillo is located in a breathtaking historical building in downtown Mexico City. Inside, you'll find the personal collection of Carlos Monsiváis — a writer and political activist in Mexico — which consists of unique paintings, toys, old advertisements, and many other objects related to Mexican culture. Oh, and don't forget to visit its epic rooftop!

Where: Isabel la Católica 26, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06000 Cuauhtémoc, CDMX

Whether you're an architect or not, you need to visit Luis Barrágan's House and get to know one of the most important design artists in Mexico. Discover the rosa Barragán (a famous shade of pink that was created by the architect), and the odd yet relaxing shapes used in the structures of the house.

Where: Gral. Francisco Ramírez 12-14, Ampliación Daniel Garza, Amp Daniel Garza, Miguel Hidalgo, 11840 Ciudad de México, CDMX

If you're coming to Mexico City with kids and you've already been to El Museo del Niño (Kid's Museum), your next stop should be Universum. This science museum belongs to the National University and is interesting (and fun) for kids and adults alike!

Where: National Autonomous University of Mexico, Cto. Centro Cultural de, C.U., Coyoacán, 04510 Ciudad de México, CDMX

This museum is also dedicated to science, but this one belongs to the National Polytechnic Institute of Mexico. Almost all their exhibitions are interactive — probably the reason why their motto is: "The only thing prohibited in this museum is not being curious."

Where: Zempoaltecas S/N, Hacienda del Rosario, El Rosario, Azcapotzalco, 02420 Ciudad de México, CDMX

El Chopo is also part of the National University. It's main objective is to show the work of artists that deviate from the traditional standards of the art world. In addition to the super interesting exhibitions you'll see inside, the museum's structure is an art form in itself.

Where: Calle Dr. Enrique Gonzalez Martinez 10, Sta. María la Ribera, Cuauhtémoc, 06400 Ciudad de México, CDMX

Chocolate is REALLY important in Mexican culture. That's why this museum is completely dedicated to the love and art of making chocolate, from the way pre-hispanic cultures prepared it to the process of finding cacao and producing chocolate as we know it today. They also always have temporary exhibitions that celebrate chocolate using different art techniques.

Where: Calle Milan 45, Juárez, Cuauhtémoc, 06600 Ciudad de México, CDMX

This museum located in the traditional neighborhood of San Angel was built to house the personal art collection of the Yucatecan businessman, Álvar Carrillo Gil. It is now known as a place dedicated to show the art of upcoming artists in Mexico and other parts of the world.

Where: Av. Revolución 1608, San Ángel, Álvaro Obregón, 01000 Ciudad de México, CDMX

If you're into maps, globes, and just generally what the world looks like from afar, then this is the place for you. This fascinating museum explores the evolution of cartography in Mexico throughout history.

Where: Av Observatorio 94, Observatorio, Miguel Hidalgo, 11870 Ciudad de México, CDMX