Queretaro: colonial architecture and history

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.

Itinerary
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Stop At: El Acueducto De Queretaro, Queretaro City Mexico

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

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Panteon de los queretanos Ilustres, Ejercito Republicano 4, Queretaro City Mexico

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.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Templo y ex-convento de la Santa Cruz de los Milagros, Independencia s/n Jardin de los Fundadores. Barrio La Cruz. Centro, Queretaro City 76000 Mexico

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.

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Plaza de Armas, Queretaro City 76180 Mexico

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.

Duration: 35 minutes

Stop At: Santuario de La Congregacion de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Pasteur, esq.16 de Septiembre, Queretaro City Mexico

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.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Templo y Exconvento de San Francisco de Asis de Queretaro, 5 de Mayo / Corregidora, Queretaro City Mexico

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.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Teatro de la Republica, Juarez y Angela Peralta, Queretaro City Mexico

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.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Convento de Santa Clara, Calle de Allende y Andador Madero s/n. Centro Historico., Queretaro City 76000 Mexico

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.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Museum of Arts of Queretaro, Calle Ignacio Allende sur 14 Centro Historico, Queretaro City 76000 Mexico

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

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Iglesia de Santa Rosa de Viterbo, Ezequiel Montes esq. Arteaga, Queretaro City Mexico

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

Duration: 25 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Horário de Início: 09:00 AM
Duração: 3 To 4 Hours
Ponto de partida: Mirador de los Arcos, Ejército Republicano 47, La Santa Cruz, La Pastora, 76025 Santiago de Querétaro, Qro., Mexico

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• Guide service.

Não Incluído

• Snacks
• Brunch
• Entry fees to museums in Mexican pesos

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