University City through its murals

Murals of University City: art, history and secrets of UNAM.

Discover one of the world's most impressive university campuses as we explore the monumental murals that have transformed the National Autonomous University of Mexico into an open-air museum.

On this tour we will walk through the University City of UNAM, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2007, to learn about the meaning, history and hidden details behind its most emblematic works.

During the tour we will discover:

• The impressive mosaic of the Central Library of UNAM, one of the most iconic images of Mexico.
• The murals of the Olympic Stadium and their relationship with the art and politics of the 20th century.
• The unique integration between functionalist-modern architecture and mural art.
• Symbolism, stories and curiosities that most visitors overlook.

We will also discuss the Mexican muralist movement and artists who transformed public art, such as Diego Rivera and David Alfaro Siqueiros, to understand why these murals remain so relevant today.

This tour is ideal for curious travelers, art lovers, students, and anyone who wants to get to know UNAM beyond the obvious.

Tour type: walking cultural tour

Duration: approx. 2 hours

Level: easy walk

Tip: Bring water, sunscreen, and lots of questions.

Come and discover how the history of Mexico is written… on its walls!