Car rent in Zacatecas

Zacatecas

If you are looking for a beautiful place to visit, Zacatecas is the option. A colonial treasure declared a World Heritage Site for its architecture, urban layout and irregularity in the alignment of its streets. Known as the city of pink quarry that contains magic, tradition and charm.

Each part of this land offers you indelible experiences framed by a unique cultural wealth. In Zacatecas there is always something to do: a tour of a hundred-year-old mine, lovely walks through squares and alleys, meet different examples of Baroque architecture in a Historic Center with enviable scenic lighting, witness a unique blue sky while enjoying a walk in the cable car, live a night upholstered with stars in an archeological zone, fly over a truly magical town in a balloon, see first hand the work of artists such as Picasso, Dalí, Miró, Chagall or experience an alley full of excitement.

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1. A walk through the historic center of Zacatecas should start with breakfast at the Acropolis Café, housed in the González Ortega Market. Agasájate with one of the regional dishes accompanied by the pieces of art that dress the walls. When you finish, explore the market aisles and marvel at the mix of architectural styles that surround the local crafts and curiosities of the area.
2. Enjoy this spectacular mining city to the beat of the tamborazo. Join one of the traditional alleys and enjoy a wonderful party in the historic center. Let your step adjust to the rhythm of the band, accompanied by a nice burrito that loads barrels full of mezcal; enjoy the delicious regional brandy with a small jug that hangs around the neck.
3. Put on your scout cap and make your way to La Quemada, an enigmatic pre-Hispanic vestige that promises a wonderful day of adventure. Walk its decked paths with nice bushes that dot the landscape of red, yellow and orange flowers and surprise yourself at the mysteries that old volcanic stone walls continue to intrigue historians and archaeologists.
4. The Pedro Coronel Museum, erected in honor of the renowned Zacatecan painter, is housed in the former Jesuit school of San Luis Gonzaga, built in the 17th century. His collection exhibits Roman, Hindu, Chinese, Japanese, Mayan, Aztec and African pieces, as well as Egyptian and Greek pottery from the 16th century B.C.
5. Zacatecas Cathedral is an imposing baroque basilica with three naves. It dates from the mid-18th century, is built in pink quarry and dedicated to the Virgin of the Assumption. Upon entering it is unthinkable not to be attracted by its details, as well as its facade, in which the history of Christianity is shown.

But that’s not all:

6. Surrender to the delights that Zacatecas agave espadín offers. Follow the mezcal route and discover the exquisite secrets that hide in the land of the region.
7. The Zacatecas cable car is an excellent option to admire the alleys of this beautiful city.
8. The El Eden mine offers an exciting 600-meter journey on a small train, through suspension bridges, tunnels and legends.
9. In your visit you can not miss the opportunity to know the Cerro de la Bufa, symbol of Zacatecas. It has an esplanade in which the Plaza of the Mexican Revolution is located.
10. Admire yourself with endless samples of Huichol art at the Zacatecano Museum.