Santiago de Querétaro
Activities to do
Listen to the legends and myths of Querétaro
This was one of the best things I did in Querétaro, and if there is one takeaway from this Querétaro travel guide, it's- do this tour (if you speak Spanish)! The tour lasts about 90 minutes and takes you around the center of Querétaro telling story and legends of the city. But it's not just storytelling. There is action, and drama, music, and sound effects. You can really learn a lot from the tour in a really fun way. There are 2 tours per day (7 pm, 9 pm) on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The cost is 200 pesos ($11 USD). You can sign up for the tour by calling 442-212-4565, or sign up on the street. Look for people in costume during the day near the Plaza de Armas.
Take a Tramvía Tour
Take a tranvía ride around the city. It's a great way to introduce yourself to Querétaro and learn about certain areas and buildings before venturing out on your own. The cost is 200 pesos, and it lasts about 75-90 minutes. You can sign up at the tourist kiosks around town.
Go shopping in the markets
There are some fantastic shops and markets in Querétaro. There are markets lining the two cross streets where the "Escultura del Flautista" sits- Calle Vergara Sur and Libertad. You can also find a number of great shops along peatonal streets Calle 16 de Septiembre and Francisco Madero. Just keep in mind that Querétaro has some of the highest prices of souvenirs and market items I've seen anywhere in Mexico. If you plan on visiting other cities, don't do your shopping here. I found Guadalajara and Mexico City to have the most reasonable prices.
