Why choose this San Miguel de Allende tour ?
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.
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What makes Queretaro: colonial architecture and history a unique experience ?
You will know about the foundation of the city, and about the love story behind the aqueduct’s construction.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The museum includes a great colection of colonial paintings but the building itself is a baroque marvel of which was the ancient Agustinian Convent.
Another baroque marvel of the colonial times which can be visited and admired both, from out and from its amazing inside.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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- Entry fees to museums in Mexican pesos
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Armando MexTour.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Mexico_City.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 32 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 6 Travelers is accepted for booking.
