Balcones Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Velo de Novia Waterfalls
Nestled within lush green foliage is this pretty waterfall, where milky white water spills down a cliff face and flows over huge boulders.
Zacango Zoo
Admire the picturesque and serene setting and interact with your favorite animals in one of the largest zoos in the country.
The Cosmovitral
Marvel at the exquisite collection of stained-glass windows housed within a striking art nouveau building with a vast array of plants.
Valle de Bravo Dam
Try the diverse array of watersports on this scenic lake, wander through the forest and explore quaint villages and parks.
Church of Calvary
Admire the mosaic work of art on the sloping lawn in front of this hilltop temple and enjoy views of Metepec’s historic town center.
San Jose de Toluca Cathedral
Admire the intricate details on the façade and see the many paintings and statues that decorate the large nave of this cathedral.
Things to do
Private Adventure with guide in ATV to Waterfall in Valle Bravo
Climbing and Rappelling Course in Valle de Bravo
Amazing Paragliding Flight in Valle de Bravo
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Other neighbourhoods around Balcones
Avandaro
While visiting Avandaro, you might make a stop by sights like Avandaro Waterfall and Velo de Novia Waterfalls.
Monte Alto
While Monte Alto may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Central Square and Avandaro Waterfall.
Loma Bonita
When in Loma Bonita, you can plan a visit to Central Square and Sanctuary of Santa Maria Ahuacatlán, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Santa María Ahuacatlán
If you're spending some time in Santa María Ahuacatlán, Valle de Bravo Dam and Valle de Bravo Archaeological Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Valle de Bravo Centro
While visiting Valle de Bravo Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Central Square and Valle de Bravo Dam.
Agua Fría
Agua Fría might not have many top sights, but Central Square and Saint Francis of Assisi Church are two attractions nearby that you can check out.