Marielle & Dickie
Things To Do
San Miguel de Allende
San Miguel de Allende is one the most popular tourist destinations in Mexico and is located just half an hour away from the Queretaro airport and an hour from the center of historic Queretaro. Known for its artwork, downtown church, and picturesque streets, this Spanish colonial town is a must see for anyone with extra time to spend away from Queretaro. Ask us for any recommendations, or see Wikitravel or Trip Advisor!
Guanajuato
The extraordinary Unesco World Heritage city of Guanajuato was founded in 1559 due to the region's rich silver and gold deposits. Spanish colonial buildings, stunning tree-filled plazas and brightly colored houses are crammed together on to the steep slopes of a narrow ravine where excellent museums, handsome theaters and a fine marketplace punctuate cobblestone streets. Be sure to visit the basilica, university, and the regional museum where the revolutionaries battled for independence. There are mummies in the silver mines for those interested, and do not miss a "callejonada" at night!
Santiago de Querétaro
Wandering through the delightful colonial heart of Querétaro with its shady squares, grand fountains and historic mansions, you'd never guess that this is one of the fastest-growing cities in the northern hemisphere thanks to a booming aerospace and technologies industry. The town's historic heart is characterized by charming andadores (pedestrian streets), gorgeous plazas and historic churches. The sophisticated restaurants serve up quality cuisine and the many museums reflect Querétaro's important role in Mexican history.
Tequisquiapan
This small town, 70km southeast of Querétaro, is a quaint weekend retreat from Mexico City or Querétaro. Once known for its thermal springs – Mexican presidents came here to ease their aches and stresses – the town's natural pools may have long since dried up, but its pretty, bougainvillea-lined streets, colorful colonial buildings and excellent markets make for an enjoyable browse and the town comes alive on the weekend with couples and families wandering the streets and browsing the many artesanías stalls.