Zacatecas
Mexico · 2440 m
Description
Zacatecas is a historic silver-mining city in Mexico’s central highlands and one of the country’s most impressive colonial centers. Its UNESCO-listed historic center is known for its magnificent cathedral built from pink stone, steep streets, richly decorated colonial buildings, and centuries-old silver-mining heritage. Zacatecas combines Mexican Baroque architecture and vibrant traditions with the dramatic setting of an arid mountain landscape. Landmarks such as Cerro de la Bufa, the cable car soaring above the rooftops, and the historic El Edén Mine give this former mining metropolis its distinctive character.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: November – February
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Highlights
- Historic Center of Zacatecas
- Zacatecas Cathedral Basilica
- El Edén Mine
- Zacatecas Cable Car
- Cerro de la Bufa panoramic viewpoint
- Plaza de Armas
- Hidalgo Avenue (Avenida Hidalgo)
- Temple of Santo Domingo
- Rafael Coronel Museum
- Pedro Coronel Museum
- Manuel Felguérez Museum of Abstract Art
- Zacatecano Museum
- Francisco Goitia Museum
- Toma de Zacatecas Museum
- Convent of Guadalupe & Museum of Guadalupe(Day trip)
- Mausoleum of Illustrious Men
- Plaza de Santo Domingo
- González Ortega Market
- Acueducto El Cubo
- Alameda Trinidad García de la Cadena
- Sierra de Álica Park
- Temple of Fátima
- Calderón Theater
- Zacatecas callejoneadas
- Zacatecas traditional food & gorditas
- Guadalupe historic center(Day trip)
- La Quemada archaeological site(Day trip)
- Altavista archaeological site(Day trip)
- Jerez de García Salinas historic center(Day trip)
- Sierra de Órganos National Park(Day trip)
- Sierra de Órganos rock formations & hiking(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- ZCL