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- English
- Spanish
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
Meeting and pickup
The meeting point is at the ancient aqueduct's viewpoint (mirador).
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.
Itinerary
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1
You will know about the foundation of the city, and about the love story behind the aqueduct's construction.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
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.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
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.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
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.
35 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
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.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
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.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
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.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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