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Discover Queretaro Tour

6 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 6 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Spanish

Overview

Our Discover Querétaro tour goes beyond the obvious! Tour with us the most relevant parts of the Historic Center and let the city reveal itself before your eyes.
The Discover Querétaro tour not only explains curiosities about the attractions we will visit. Rather, it helps participants better understand why Querétaro is the way it is. Throughout the tour our guides will explain how the water, the location and the first settlers powerfully determined the city.
The tour is a guided group experience, walking and by car.
Each participant will be given a receiver with a headset so that they can clearly hear the guide's comments; Likewise, each attendee will have a timeline that will help them locate themselves in the different historical periods that we will discuss.
We will begin at Hotel Criol, where visitors will attend an introduction of approximately 30 minutes, which will take place in the hotel library.

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee Throughout the introduction, attendees will have a free coffee break included
  • Each participant will be given a receiver with an earpiece; Likewise, each attendee will have a time line that will help them locate themselves in the different historical periods that we will discuss.

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Calle Dr. Leopoldo Río de la Loza 6
    Centro, 76000 Santiago de Querétaro, Qro., Mexico

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    End point

    Ejército Republicano 47
    La Santa Cruz, La Pastora, 76025 Santiago de Querétaro, Qro., Mexico

    What To Expect

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    Hotel Criol

    We will start at Hotel Criol, where visitors will attend an introduction of approximately 30 minutes, which will take place in the hotel library.
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Santuario de La Congregacion de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe

    It is the second temple dedicated to the Virgin of Guadalupe in Mexico
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Templo y Exconvento de San Francisco de Asis de Queretaro

    Conin's influence
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Templo San José de Gracia

    The first hospital in Querétaro, founded by the Franciscans and delivered to the order of San Hipólito, is currently the headquarters of the Sacred Museum.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    LaCasa De La Marquesa

    House destined to be the residence of the wife of the marquis, unique for its architecture with Moorish details.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Parroquia del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus Templo de Santa Clara

    Temples, dowries and ancient worldview
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    13 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Convento de Capuchinas

    Cloistered convent of Capuchin nuns, it is associated with the history of Querétaro's water and the end of the second Mexican empire.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Theater of the Republic

    Theater designed to compete with those of other cities despite being smaller, its history transcends Querétaro and Mexico.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Templo de San Antonio de Padua

    One of the oldest temples in the city, a small but pretty public square.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Casona De los 5 Patios

    18th century house, many of the characters of the past passed through there, its architecture (its 5 patios) is characteristic of the historic center
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Plaza de Armas

    The square is key in the history of Mexico.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Templo y ex-convento de la Santa Cruz de los Milagros

    Franciscan convent that receives water from the aqueduct, was one of the schools dedicated to evangelists who traveled to the Sierra Gorda and California.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Fuente de la Virgen del Pilar

    First source where the water was distributed to all the other sources of the city.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Mirador Acueducto

    Panoramic view where we can observe important elements such as the Aqueduct, Cañada and the old town of the former hacienda de cartes.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for children under 7 years of age
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Discover Queretaro Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-424570P1

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Tea and coffeeThroughout the introduction, attendees will have a free coffee break included
    • Each participant will be given a receiver with an earpiece; Likewise, each attendee will have a time line that will help them locate themselves in the different historical periods that we will discuss.

    Additional Info

    Activity name

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Not recommended for the elderly
    • Not recommended for children under 7 years of age
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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