1873 Observatory Ticket + National Whale Museum

With this ticket to the 1873 Observatory, you will explore a historic site on the Mexican Pacific coast and visit Munba, the National Whale Museum.

1873 Observatory Ticket

During booking, choose from the options below. You must arrive at Observatory 1873 on the Cerro del Vigía in Mazatlán at your selected time.

1873 Observatory Ticket

The 1873 Observatory, built by the people of Mazatlán, is located on the Cerro del Vigía, 246 feet (75 meters) above sea level. Your ticket grants access to explore its facilities. The self-guided visit begins with a short film about Mazatlán. You will then take the Observatory's funicular, awarded Project of the Year by Elevator World in 2021.

The funicular provides access to a house-museum featuring 19th-century furniture and a distillery with a mezcal simulator. Visit the El Nido bird sanctuary, home to over 70 species including macaws and toucans. Other highlights include the Cueva del Patrón, a former dungeon, and the agaviarium, which is located in front of the world's largest natural lighthouse.

Opening hours

Monday to Sunday, from 10 am to 10 pm

Entrance to the Munba (National Whale Museum)

The Munba, the National Whale Museum, features a collection of marine animal skeletons. You can learn about these large marine animals through various interactive rooms.

Opening hours

Tuesday to Sunday, from 10 am to 6 pm