Museo Casa De Leon Trotsky
Museo Casa De Leon Trotsky
4.5
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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The house where Leon Trotsky, the exiled Russian leader, lived the final three years of his life in the 1930s.
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Neighbourhood: Coyoacán
Once you step into Coyoacán (“Land of the Coyotes”) you'll find picturesque parks and cantinas that will transport you back to the colonial era thanks to the brick and stone details of the area. Iconic writers such as Trotsky and great painters like Frida Kahlo seeked refuge and inspiration in this area, and you can see the unique spirit of this neighborhood reflected in its colorful market where nieves, sopes and all kinds of traditional 'antojitos' are a must try. Restaurants and cafés throughout its peaceful paved streets contain traditional but unique murals and decorations, where one can enjoy a mezcal at noon or the best churros with a cup of coffee.
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Bzigas
San Francisco, CA65 contributions
July 2023 • Couples
The museum is in the house where Tratsky lived in exile, and where he was assassinated by agents of Josef Stalin, after escaping earlier attempts. The museum provides a really great time line of the Bolsheviks' and Tratsky's history with broad context of contemporaneous world events. It helps to know something about Trotsky beforehand, but it's not essential. The living quarters are preserved and described, including the room and desk where he suffered the fatal attack that took his life. We visited on something of a whim, and were really glad we included it in our itinerary.
Written 3 September 2023
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An0nyMs
Tucson, AZ1,573 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
There must be hundreds of headshots of Trotsky; to me, they didn't add much. Luckily, there's lots more to see; the museum gave a good idea of his life, his time in history, and a feeling of what it might be like to live in exile. As the poster in this photo shows: Mexico harbors the exile nobody else wants.
Written 4 January 2020
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Aaron G
Los Angeles, CA345 contributions
Feb 2023
I wouldn't say the Trotsky museum is worth its own trip, but it's definitely a great add-on after you've seen the Frida Kahlo museum around the corner. Most of the signs are in Spanish, so it's hard if you're a non-Spanish-speaker to understand context. I simply read through what I could on Wikipedia on my phone for context, which helped greatly. One thing I would have missed, had I not looked it up, is that his study (pictured) is where the very attack that ended his life occurred.
But Trotsky's story isn't Mexico's story, which makes it a bit out of place as a stop. But I would definitely say to give it a visit. You'll learn a bit and be able to say "I've been there."
Also, right now there's a Goya exhibit incongruously on display there, which was equally interesting.
But Trotsky's story isn't Mexico's story, which makes it a bit out of place as a stop. But I would definitely say to give it a visit. You'll learn a bit and be able to say "I've been there."
Also, right now there's a Goya exhibit incongruously on display there, which was equally interesting.
Written 4 March 2023
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Rubybirkenhead
Birkenhead, UK653 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
About a 10 minute walk from the Kahlo Blue House and we walked straight in (70 pesos pp).
It’s very atmospheric and you can wander through the house, guard house and gardens.
Probably too many photos of the great man himself!
It’s very atmospheric and you can wander through the house, guard house and gardens.
Probably too many photos of the great man himself!
Written 24 February 2020
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Pawel U
London, UK105 contributions
Jan 2023
Great place to see how Leon Trotsky lived in Mexico in the 30s of the 20th Century (and similarly, people of his status) - good insight into the history of revolution. My only criticism was not sufficient materials in English. Entrance MX $70 - roughly £3.50
Written 23 January 2023
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seekingwarmerclimes
Anchorage, AK105 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
This place is an interesting historical site in the nice neighborhood of Coyoacan. It’s near Frida’s house but far fewer people seem to come here. Which is nice since it isn’t so crowded and you can enjoy the site a bit more. There’s plenty of interesting photographs and information about Trotsky and his life. You can also walk through the house and even see the bullet holes from the failed assassination attempt. The courtyard is not big but pretty nice. We thought this place was well worth the visit if only for the historical interest.
Written 30 January 2023
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Samuel M
New York City, NY283 contributions
July 2019
First of all, you need to read Leonardo Padura's novel: "The man who loved dogs". After reading it, visit Trotsky's house, that way you will imagine vividly the story. Its lost potential lies in that in this house they could do very interesting immersive experiences without damaging the property. The museum is dull, the house is hot.
Written 18 February 2020
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hardpack
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK94 contributions
Aug 2022 • Friends
Don’t bother. It’s closed until further notice according to the sign on the door and no answer on the phone. Second time I’ve tried to visit and same each time. Phone first before going there is little to see from the outside
Written 25 August 2022
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chazdews
Erongarícuaro, Michoacán, Mexico69 contributions
Feb 2020
The Trotskys used the same clay plates and pots I used when I first came to live in Mexico. The kitchen is similar to the one I first had. It is so easy to imagine Lev and Natalia living here. Trotsky’s desk is as it was the day he was fatally attacked by a henchman of Stalin. You can still see the bullet holes made by an inept band of Stalinists lead by the painter Siquieiros in the wall of the couple’s bedroom, and see the bed under which their grandson Esteban hid during the attack. The most touching thing is the resting place of Lev’s and Natalia’s ashes in the garden under what may be the last red flag with the hammer and sickle on it that exists in the world.
Written 5 March 2020
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George J
Richmond-upon-Thames, UK155 contributions
May 2014 • Couples
This attraction is in Mexico City, for some reason trip advisor are tagging it as being in Playa del Carmen QR.
This needs to be changed
This needs to be changed
Written 8 May 2014
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How much time do you need to see this museum?
Written 17 September 2018
It’s a small museum, so probably an hour. The guard house and Trotsky house are really interesting.
Written 18 September 2018
ismise2018
County Dublin, Ireland
How to get there from centre of Mexico City? And how much does it cost?
Written 2 May 2018
Also nearby this place is the Museo de Churubusco de la Intervenciones, where an Irish San Patrick batallion fight angains US along with Mexico, is prett close (uber took you the for 50 pesos - 2 iep)
Written 3 May 2018
Ellie B
Kohimarama, New Zealand
My family is going tomorrow, are you allowed to bring suitcases, we noticed a sign outside Frida Kahlo saying no suitcases but are you allowed then here?
Written 20 April 2018
Unfortunately in Leon Trotsky museum you have to hand over to luggage room.
Written 20 April 2018
How do I make a money donation to the museum?
Written 20 October 2017
They have a collection box in the museum. If you want to make a donation to the group that runs the museum, Their email is museotrotsky on outlook
Written 30 October 2017
The best, for safety and practical reasons is to ask the hotel staff to give you info on tours and guides. Enjoy!
Written 9 May 2017
Hola quería preguntarles si para tener visita guiada hay que pedirla con anticipación. Entiendo que es sin costo, no? muchas gracias!
Written 15 July 2016
No es necesario hacer una reserva antes, podés contratar guias ahi, tienen costo. El museo es bellísimo! Saludos.
Written 18 July 2016
colincloete76
Cape Town, South Africa
Hello. I heard you can skip the long lines at the Frida Kahlo museum if you have a ticket from the Trotsky museum. Is this true? Can you get the tickets online?
Written 13 January 2016
I had not heard that you could buy tickets for both places. A warning. If you take a tour to Frida Kahlo´s house, you can get stuck in a long line for hours . You will spend three milliseconds in front of each picture or whatever. It would be better to go in a taxi.
Written 15 November 2017
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