Queretaro: colonial architecture and history

4.9 (70 reviews) San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
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Duration3h - 4h
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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 6 travelers

Overview

The Queretaro's old town is a UNESCO's World Heritage city, it is located in the middle of Mexico and therefore, it has been the geographical and historical crossroad of the country.

Join me to know the most important and beatiful architectural landmarks of this colonial and baroque city, while you hear and learn about Mexican history from the pre-Hispanic to the 20th century times.

What's included

  • Guide service.

What to expect

  1. El Acueducto De Queretaro
    15m
    You will know about the foundation of the city, and about the love story behind the aqueduct's construction.
  2. Panteon de los queretanos Ilustres
    15m
    You will hear about some of the most important people in the history of the city that are buried in this place, and about some of their actions that influenced the history of our country.
  3. Templo y ex-convento de la Santa Cruz de los Milagros
    40m
    At the top of the hill where Queretaro was founded for the second time, you will learn about the legends and many national historical chapters in which this Franciscan convent was involved.
  4. Plaza de Armas
    35m
    After visiting a couple of architectural Neo-Classical examples we'll visit the picturesque main square of the city with more historical tales to tell.
  5. Santuario de La Congregacion de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe
    15m
    You will appreciate the temple of the Virgin of Guadalupe, while hearing about the historical importance of this religious figure in Mexico, and about the temple's builder.
  6. Templo y Exconvento de San Francisco de Asis de Queretaro
    15m
    From within the ancient premises of the Convent you'll apreciate the many transformations of the buiding due to the historical moments of the country, and the spot where the ancient "inner-land road" started.
  7. Convento de Santa Clara
    20m
    The first and largest female convent in the city, the ancient city's hospital, a remarcable Neo-Classical fountain, and the greatest example of baroque private house architecture, all side by side in a single corner.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is at the ancient aqueduct's viewpoint (mirador).

End point

The tour will end up at the city's museum (former Capuchin's Convent) a central spot within the historical old-town where you could either walk, or take a taxi back to your hotel, or even find a place to rest and take a dinner.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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