The heart of Queretaro vibrates with the people´s energy and the nostalgia of its old buildings. The city is an admirable destination, with its beautiful Arches and unique sunsets, with the music that enlivens the Zenea Garden, or the Lele dolls that appear on the pedestrian traffic lights.
The city surprises with something new on every visit, which is why we recommend five unmissable activities on your trip through the wonderful City Historic Center.
Visit Queretaro Regional Museum
On your visit to the city of Queretaro, you cannot miss visiting a museum, and the Regional Museum is probably one of the most popular in the city, with information and well-designed spaces showing the history of the state and the country.
Join a journey to Queretaro’s past, through its permanent exhibition rooms, from the pre-Hispanic era to after the viceroyalty. In yesteryear, this place was a convent, so today it preserves the architecture of the time.
In its collection you will find archaeological pieces, works of art, as well as furniture, clothing, weapons, photographs, and documents that evoke the passage of time. Needless to mention, it is also a beautiful place for photographs.
Food at Casa Concheros “Queretana Cuisine”
Recently opened, Casa Concheros seeks to rescue and publicize traditional food from different municipalities of the state, with an original and contemporary proposal.
Not only do they promote original recipes, but they add their own touch to the delight of diners. Their menu cannot miss foods such as chickpea in yellow, which is common in Toliman, especially served as a dish in their religious festivities, or goat tapeado, a stew belonging to Peñamiller, with a complex preparation process.
Visitng Casa Concheros is getting closer to the culture and traditions of other municipalities in our state.
Get to know the Planetarium
The “Pendulo” Planetarium and Immersion Room, located in the Manuel Gomez Morín Educational and Cultural Center, is a space dedicated to science and knowledge of the cosmos, immersed in the world of astronomy through impressive projections in the dome of the museum, and virtual reality rooms.
As time goes by, projections on the dome are expected to constantly change, from scientific films to live reproductions of astronomical events, such as eclipses. There is no doubt that it is a place apt for living as a family and learning something new.
City tour
You never finish getting to know your city, however, that doesn’t mean we stop trying. If you want to know more about the history of Queretaro, its squares, streets, and Arches – as well as the legend behind its origin -, we recommend a tram tour, with Querebus, that have several routes to see iconic and relevant places in the city history.
Now, if myths and scary stories are your thing, there’s nothing like a nocturnal pedestrian tour with the characters from Night of Legends. through the city alleys and mansions where mysterious events took place.
Cocktails at The Carter Bar
Inside the iconic Hacienda Laborcilla restaurant, The Carter Bar opens, an intimate place surrounded by sculptures, art, books, and music, where the atmosphere transports you to another era.
Due to its unique style, varied cocktails and delicious food, this bar is the ideal space for a romantic dinner, or a get-together with friends and it is perfect to close your visit to the city with a flourish.
What are you waiting for to get to know Queretaro!
La famosa Hacienda Lagunillas evoca la historia de un Querétaro muy diferente al actual. El mítico casco de la hacienda es el escenario perfecto para eventos y veladas románticas, un lugar envidiable para pasar unos días y disfrutar el paisaje queretano.
Located in El Pueblito, Corregidora, the Pyramid of El Gran Cué is the largest pyramid in the Bajío area of the country, 30 meters high.
Experience the cevezera culture like nowhere else in Querétaro. Enjoy the traditional neighborhood of Hercules and its brewery, a place with magic, culture and very good gastronomy.
Dancing and fun, through the streets and alleys of the beautiful cities of Queretaro.
Get to know one of the most recognized New Spain jewels in all of Latin America: the Baroque Patio. The select art collection of the Querétaro Art Museum is housed in this place.
Carola Terraza is a restaurant that makes an effort to seat friends, families, couples at the table and offer them a bite of normalcy in the heart of Querétaro.
Visit Amealco de Bonfil, a magical town of tradition, where you can enjoy, in addition to delicious food, its beautiful architecture and its cultural heritage
Pottery is a traditional craft in San Ildefonso, Amealco; an example is the work that Don Vicente proudly carries out day after day, who exports the best of clay crafts to the world from his workshop.
Discover this magical place with centuries of tradition. Visit Hacienda Lagunillas, an ideal place for events and to enjoy with the family.
