Definitely a must visit when in Valladolid. Tours every morning at 10am, and a wonderful collection of art in this amazing home.

So many beautiful pieces in such a settings. Sometimes the guide went a little too fast for me but she slowed down when ask. Great jewel in Valladolid. Better to make an appoitment

We did not realize that tours of Casa de los Venados started at 10 am and we had arrived 20 minutes late. We were greeted by the owner (John Venator) who ended up giving us a personal tour of his home himself. The layout of the home and the collection of Mexican folk art were absolutely fabulous. The two story... More

One of the highlights of our 2 week stay in the Yucatan

The Collection represents the most authentic of Folks Art, a learning experience. Our favorite piece had to do with a large table where every chair is carved and given the shape and form of each former Mexican president. Highly recommended! Beautiful property too.

Casa de Los Venados is a cultural and architectural gem in the heart of Valladolid that should not be missed by anybody who is the proximity, and it is even worth the side trip for those traveling to/from Chichen Itza and/or Merida. This the home of John & Dorianne Venator, and their graciousness allows them to share their passion for... More

I know nothing about art, and to be honest, am not really too interested in it, but I thought this would be a nice mini-adventure in Valladolid. It was. My girlfriend and I took the tour at 10am on a Monday, and the guide, Freddy, was extremely knowledgeable about the TONS of folk art in this house. I was more... More

This historic home, lovingly preserved, is only half a block from the main square in Valladolid. The owners enthusiasm is wonderful and the collection is very extensive. The small donation of 60 pesos, or $5 minimum is a small price to pay for a tour of this incredible collection and ALL of the funds go to a charity that supports... More

The collection is phenomenal, the renovation --no, reconstruction -- of the building in the spirit of Mexican architecture, the guided tour flawless. And I say this as a person who hates guided tours. The man who has created this collection and the building has done an impeccable job and a huge huge service, if that's the right word, to the... More