Centro Histórico Travel Guide
Querétaro
Visit Centro Histórico
Popular places to visit
Pena de Bernal
Take photos of the vista from the quaint chapel built on the side of one of the tallest monoliths in the world.
Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro
You can find out about the history of Querétaro with a visit to Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez Auditorium
Enjoy a show at Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez Auditorium, a popular theatre in Querétaro. Visit the shops and churches in this culturally rich area.
Autonomous University of Querétaro
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Autonomous University of Querétaro during your trip to Querétaro. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Finca Sala Vivé by Freixenet México
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Finca Sala Vivé by Freixenet México during your travels to Ezequiel Montes.
Tequisquiapan Opal Mine
Learn about opal-mining history, dig for semi-precious stones and enjoy superb views of the Querétaro Valley at this working mine.
Things to do
Querétaro: Tranvia Classic Trolley Car Guided Tour
Great tour in a vintage Ford-T electric car (replica)
Querétaro: Electric Vehicle Tour of Historic Center
Walking Tour: Temples and Convents (Western Zone)
Top hotels in Centro Histórico
Hotel portal de reyes
"En general bien, el personal muy amable y muy rico el desayuno."
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hotel Layseca
Hotel West Refugio
HOTEL VILLA 12 ORQUIDEAS
Hotel Rio Tequisquiapan
"El hotel se nota un poco viejo, mi habitación bien, la cama muy cómoda, la comida buena aunque el servicio algo lento. Lo unico que no me gustó fue el baño en la habitación, muuuy pequeño y sin espacio alguno para acomodar las cosas de baño."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Hacienda La Muralla
Other neighbourhoods around Centro Histórico
México
While México may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cavas Freixenet and Fundadores Square.
Downtown Tequisquiapan
You'll enjoy the monuments and shopping in Downtown Tequisquiapan. You might want to make time for a stop at Tequisquiapan Handicraft Market or La Pila Park.
Tequisquiapan Centro
If you're spending some time in Tequisquiapan Centro, Tequisquiapan Handicraft Market and La Pila Park are top sights worth seeing.
La Cañada
While La Cañada isn't home to many top sights, Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro and Corregidora Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Centro Sur
You'll enjoy the restaurants and historical sites in Centro Sur. You might want to make time for a stop at Corregidora Stadium or Querétaro Civic Center.
El Campanario
Though El Campanario may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Paseo Querétaro Shopping Center and Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro.
