Querétaro: Walking Tour zona occidente

Discover the history of the city of Santiago de Querétaro on a walk through the main streets, explore its temples and convents, listen to the history of the beginning of the independence of Mexico, marvel at the baroque architecture of the old houses. The visit is carried out in the company of one of our hosts and tourist guides. The tour begins in the Plaza de Armas and ends in front of the Temple of Santa Rosa de Viterbo. You will enjoy a walk full of stories, legends and the history of Querétaro.

1. 1

   Plaza de Armas

   15 min

   Discover the history and architecture of viceregal buildings. Learn about the Casa de Ecala, the mystery of Don Bartolo's Mansion, and the conspiracies in the Corregimiento de Letras, where Josefa Ortiz plotted for independence.

2. 2

   Jardin Zenea

   15 min

   The garden is surrounded by the old Temple and convent of San Francisco and some mansions that have been transformed over the years, just like the garden itself.

3. 3

   Museum of Arts of Queretaro

   10 min

   Enjoy the architectural beauty of a Baroque courtyard, right in the cloister of the San Agustin convent, now converted into an art museum.

4. 4

   Parroquia del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus Templo de Santa Clara

   Pass by

   Discover one of the largest convents of the viceregal period: the 17th-century Convent of Santa Clara

5. 5

   Stop 5

   15 min

   Learn about the architecture of the Temple and Royal College of Santa Rosa de Viterbo.

6. 6

   Stop 6

   5 min

   Discover the house where the Marquis of Villa del Villar del Águila lived.

7. 7

   Stop 7

   Pass by

   The former oratory of San Felipe Neri. A jewel of Baroque and Neoclassical architecture.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.