Things To Do
Frida Kahlo Museum
The Frida Kahlo Museum is the highlight of Coyoacán. It is the Casa Azul (Blue House), named for its blue walls, and it is a historic house-museum that celebrates the life and work of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo. She was born, grew up and lived in this house with her husband, muralist Diego Rivera, and died here in 1954. Her ashes are in an urn on her bed. You can admire Frida’s, Diego’s and other artists’ work, as well as various objects that belonged to the couple (art, photos, pre-Hispanic artifacts, etc.). You can also explore the different rooms of their house, preserved as they were.
Coyoacan Market
Experience the color, flavor and tradition of Coyoacán market (Mercado 89). You can savor delicious Mexican food, shop for handmade crafts, typical sweets, piñatas and more. And if you are a fan of Frida Kahlo, you will find many souvenirs of the famous painter at very low prices: key chains, postcards, t-shirts, etc., much cheaper than in the Casa Azul or in the stalls outside.
Bazar Artesanal Mexicano
Just a few steps from the main plaza, the Mercado Artesanal Mexicano is Coyoacán’s largest artisan market—home to more than 450 merchants, according to a 2017 UAM study. It’s a lively maze of handmade crafts, embroidered textiles, unique art pieces, and great casual food. If you’re looking for souvenirs or simply want to soak in local color, it’s a fun and easy stop during your visit. Hours: Weekdays, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Museo Casa Estudio Diego Rivera y Frida Kahlo
The Museo Casa Estudio Diego Rivera y Frida Kahlo, or Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo House-Studio Museum, has three of the artists’ home studios and their photography lab.
National Museum of Popular Culture
Dedicated to Mexico’s unique ethnic and cultural diversity, see Mexican folk art styles from indigenous peoples living all over the country. Once you arrive, you’ll soon realize why this is the second-most visited of all the museums in Coyoacan — and why it ranks among the top things to do in Coyoacan Mexico.