Queretaro: colonial architecture and history

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Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English, Spanish
Guide service.

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Entry fees to museums in Mexican pesos

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.

Meeting points

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

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

End point

Museo de la Ciudad
Calle Vicente Guerrero Nte. 27, Centro, 76000 Santiago de Querétaro, Qro., Mexico

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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

El Acueducto De Queretaro

You will know about the foundation of the city, and about the love story behind the aqueduct's construction.

15 minutes
Panteon de los queretanos Ilustres

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

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
Plaza de Armas

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
Santuario de La Congregacion de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe

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
Templo y Exconvento de San Francisco de Asis de Queretaro

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
Teatro de la Republica

For many historical reasons, from the Colonial times to the 21st century, this is probably the most important theater in the country, and I will explain you why.

20 minutes
Convento de Santa Clara

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
Museum of Arts of Queretaro

The museum includes a great colection of colonial paintings but the building itself is a baroque marvel of which was the ancient Agustinian Convent.

15 minutes
Templo De Santa Rosa De Viterbo

Another baroque marvel of the colonial times which can be visited and admired both, from out and from its amazing inside.

25 minutes

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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A walking tour of Mexico’s history

Published on Dec, 2024

Armando was able to summarize centuries of history of the city, the region, and how it tied to Mexico and Spain in an informative and conversational manner. His tour connected this history to the buildings in Santiago de Queretero historic district and mainly along the Royal Road. Armando gave us some amazing insights into this history, some of which we were not aware of even though we have traveled quite extensively through this country rich in history and culture. We learned of the origin of the city, the expansion after the installation of the aqueduct (and the real story behind it), the background of several of the important churches, the location of one origin of the revolution, as well as the important women who played major roles in the development of this city. He has a passion for history which makes the tour engaging. Ours was conducted in English and gave us lots of food for thought since so much of Mexico’s history is tied to this central region. Wear comfortable shoes, the tour covers a lot ground. I will add that we have started to call the flowering plant so common for Christmas by one of its original names, nochebuena, since the name we know it by is derived from a person who introduced them to the US.

Armando is wonderful!

Published on Nov, 2024

Wow- Armando was incredibly knowledgeable and detailed about the descriptions of the city. He really knows his stuff! I was surprised how he was able to connect so many historic peices to Europe and California even. It was a delightful tour- we got a private session and was so wonderful. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who loves history and Queretaro! The stories that he told really paint a picture that you will remember.

Outstanding tour of the historical significance of Queretaro over the last 500 years

Published on Nov, 2024

Great tour on the history of the area. Armando was knowledgeable, enthusiastic and passionate about the history and architecture of the area. His insights were well thought out and communicated. His tour was inspiring, informative and fun. I would highly recommend this tour if you are visiting Queretaro.

exceeded expectations

Published on Nov, 2024

Wow! The tour guide provided an in-depth, entertaining and passionate tour of this beautiful city. i would highly recommend taking this tour, particularly for history buffs.

Enjoyable walking tour provides some great insights!

Published on Sep, 2024

Armando sure knows his history and knows how to tell it. We really enjoyed his tour which went off smoothly despite the crowds that had gathered in the city for two days of festivals. There is a lot to the history of this area, a lot more than what we expected and Armando's perspectives kept it interesting. Very worthwhile use of your time and money!