The Palacio de Bellas Artes is a Mexican national theater and cultural center located in the historic center of Mexico City. It is considered one of the most important cultural centers in Latin America and is world-renowned for its murals by Mexican masters Diego Rivera, José Clemente Orozco, David Alfaro Siqueiros and Rufino Tamayo. Built between 1904 and 1934, the Palacio de Bellas Artes is the main Mexican venue for international opera, ballet, concerts, and other performances.

It also houses the Museo Nacional de Arte, one of the most important art collections in Mexico. The Palacio de Bellas Artes is located on the edge of the Zocalo, the main public square in Mexico City. Its façade is made of marble, granite and other materials, with an ornate steel structure surrounding the building. Its interior features a large marble staircase and a series of murals painted by Mexican masters. The most famous of these is Diego Rivera’s "Man, Controller of the Universe". The Palacio de Bellas Artes is also home to the Museum of Architecture and Design, which showcases Mexican architecture and design from the 19th and 20th centuries.

It also houses the National Institute of Fine Arts, which is dedicated to promoting and preserving Mexican culture and the visual arts. The Palacio de Bellas Artes is a major tourist attraction in Mexico City, attracting thousands of visitors each year. It is also a popular venue for special events and performances, such as the annual Ballet Folklorico competitions. The museum and theater are open to the public, and guided tours are available.