COYOACAN. Wife of muralist Diego Rivera and famous artist in her own right, Frida Kahlo lived in this bright blue house from her birth on July 7, 1910 until 1954. Today the house is a museum celebrating her life and work. The rooms are kept just as they were when she lived here, and a variety of artifacts and works of art fill them. Personal books, photos, the couple's collection of pre-Columbian art and more are available for view.

Visit this interesting museum to view all sorts of artifacts from the nation's pre-Columbian era. Over 20 different exhibits offer guests a glimpse into the country's past with things like a diorama of the city when the Spanish arrived and an Aztec calendar stone. Tools, clothing, crafts and mannequins depicting life during Mexico's early days form some of the other exhibits. Be sure to note the Sala Mexica, artwork that depicts the world of Aztec gods.

If you're an art lover, be sure to stop by the national museum located near the Plaza de Tolsá. It's housed in a palatial building that dates back to 1911, and the collection encompasses a vast array of artwork, from ancient days to modern. Sculpture, ceramics, paintings and drawings comprise the exhibitions. Many visitors take a special interest in the Jose Maria Velasco's exhibit as it's the largest assemblage of his works, over 100 pieces.

CHAPULTEPEC. A visit to this museum puts you in touch with a wealth of works by many contemporary masters, including Frida Kahlo, Rivera, Siqueiros and others. The collection includes a number of visiting exhibits as well as a significant permanent exhibit. One of Frida Kahlo's most famous works, Las Dos Fridas, is housed here; some of Diego Rivera's notable murals are exhibited as well. The grounds of the museum also host a sculpture garden.

CENTRO HISTORICO. Located in Alameda Central, the city's famous Palace of Fine Arts offers visitors the finest in opera and musical concerts as well as dramatic productions. The theatre boasts a breathtaking stained glass curtain that is ceremoniously lifted before each performance. This magnificent structure also houses a museum (admission charged; free on Sundays) on the second and third floors; the collection includes over 6000 works, paintings and sculpture done by some of the country's most famous artists. Construction on this notable landmark began in 1910 but was soon interrupted by the Mexican Revolution, delaying completion until 1934. This accounts for the unique mix of architectural styles that comprise the structure.