1873 Observatory Ticket + National Whale Museum

With this ticket to the 1873 Observatory, you’ll explore a historic monument on the Mexican Pacific coast and visit Munba, the National Whale Museum!

1873 Observatory Ticket

When booking, choose from the options described below. You’ll need to get to the 1873 Observatory on the Cerro del Vigía in Mazatlán at your chosen time.

1873 Observatory Ticket

Built by Mazatlán residents, the 1873 Observatory is located on the Cerro del Vigía, 246 feet (75 meters) above sea level. Your self-guided visit starts with a short film about Mazatlán. Following this, you will use the Observatory's funicular, awarded Project of the Year by Elevator World magazine in 2021.

During the funicular ride, visit a house-museum with 19th-century furniture and a distillery featuring a mezcal simulator. Don't miss the El Nido bird sanctuary, home to over 70 species including macaws, parrots, flamingos, and turtles.

Additional highlights include the Cueva del Patrón, a former dungeon, and the agaviarium, located in front of the largest natural lighthouse in the world.

Opening hours

Monday to Sunday, from 10 am to 10 pm

Entrance to the Munba (National Whale Museum)

The Munba, or National Whale Museum, features a collection of skeletons of marine giants from Mexico and around the world. Interactive exhibits provide insights into the lives of these marine animals.

Opening hours

Tuesday to Sunday, from 10 am to 6 pm