1
The Bishop's Palace - The Regional History Museum
Dating back to 1787, the museum is one of the most important architectural and historical buildings in Monterrey. Admission: $41. Tel. (81) 8346-0404. Rafael Jose Verger s/n. Closed Mondays.
Ph. ( +52-81) 8346-0404
$41 admission general (Costs in MXN)
$41 admission general (Costs in MXN)
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The MARCO Museum (The Museum of Contemporary Art)
The museum features painting and sculpture exhibitions. Admission: $60 adults, $35 children. Tel. (81) 8262-4500. Zuazua y Jardon s/n: Closed Mondays. Website: www.marco.org.mx
3
The Santa Lucia Riverwalk
This tourist complex houses the Mexican History Museum and the Plaza of the 400 Years, which features an artificial lake, terraces, and restaurants, among other attractions.
Ph. ( +52-81) 8347-1533 5347-1599
4
Barrio Antiguo (Old Neighborhood)
Hire a calandria (horse-drawn open carriage) and enjoy evening rides through streets that feature 19th-century houses.
5
The Garcia Caves
An adventure in the heart of Friar's Hill, this 2-kilometer excursion features stalagmites and stalactites of whimsical shapes. Located one hour from Monterrey. Admission: $60 adults, $45 children. Tel. (81) 8347-1533. Carr. Villa de García km 10. Open daily, from 9:00 to 17:00 hrs.
Ph. ( +52-81) 8347-1533 8347-1599
Adults $60Children $45 (Cost in MXN)
Adults $60Children $45 (Cost in MXN)
6
Alfa Planetarium
The planetarium houses exhibitions, a cafeteria, a shop, and an Omnimax theater. Admission: $80. Tel. (81) 8303-0004. Av. Roberto Garza Sada No. 10. Open Monday through Friday, from 14:30 to 20:00 hrs; Saturday and Sunday, from 11:30 to 20:00 hrs. Website: www.planetarioalfa.org.mx
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Horsetail Falls
Beautiful 25-meter (82-foot) high waterfalls ideal for a family stroll. Horse and carriage rental. Located on the road to Santiago.
8
The Fundidora Park
This park houses extensive green areas you can see by train, a cinema and film archives, and a center for the arts, among other cultural attractions. Tel. (81) 8126-8500. Av. Fundidora and Adolfo Prieto s/n. Open all year long, from 6:00 to 22:00 hrs. Website: www.parquefundidora.org
9
Sesame Street Park
Recreational theme park with an aquatic park, rides, playgrounds, and theaters. Admission: $199. Tel. (81)
8354-5400. Av. Agrícola No. 3700. Open Monday through Friday, from 15:00 to 20:00 hrs; Saturday and Sunday, from 11:00 to 20:00 hrs. Website: www.parqueplazasesamo.com
10
Kidzania
Entertainment center, entertainment and education, where children play at being adults in the replica of a city completely adapted to its scale.
A. Lazaro Cardenas No. 900 Int. A
Ph. (+52-81) 8133-4900
Sh. Open Tue through Fri from 9 to 19 hr, Sat through Sun from 10 to 20 hr. Closed Mon
Adults $120Children $120 (2 a 3 años) $ 190 (4 a 16 años) (Cost in MXN)
kidzania.com/...
Ph. (+52-81) 8133-4900
Sh. Open Tue through Fri from 9 to 19 hr, Sat through Sun from 10 to 20 hr. Closed Mon
Adults $120Children $120 (2 a 3 años) $ 190 (4 a 16 años) (Cost in MXN)
kidzania.com/...
11
The Estrella Biopark
Located 55 minutes from Monterrey, this ecological reserve is perfect to experience nature and admire several species of animals roaming free on the park. Admission: $149. Tel. (81)
8221-0010. Carr. a Rayones km 9. Closed Mondays. Website: www.bioparque.com.mx
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Villa de Santiago
A magical town where you can enjoy ecotourism and adventure activities like canyoning in the Chipitin Canyon or the famous Matacanes Canyon or rock climb in the internationally renowned rock climbing area known as Potrero Chico. For more information about this tourist attraction and tourist operators see our page Ecotourism and Adventure on
www.zonaturistica.com/ecoturismo/
