Casa de los Azulejos

Overview

The House of Tiles is an 18th-century palace completely clad in blue-and-white Talavera tiles from Puebla. Now home to a Sanborns restaurant, its courtyard and Orozco mural are free to admire.

Highlights

• Tile facade: Thousands of hand-painted Puebla tiles covering every exterior surface.
• Orozco mural: "Omnisciencia" (1925) adorns the main staircase.
• Courtyard dining: The Moorish-style interior patio with its fountain makes a photogenic lunch stop.

History

Built for the Counts of the Valley of Orizaba in the 1700s.

Visitor Tips

• No entrance fee: Walk in freely to see the architecture and mural.
• Breakfast: The Sanborns inside is a classic CDMX breakfast spot.
• Duration: 15-20 minutes.