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Exhaustive Knowledge
Great tour! Julio was full of facts and answered all our questions. Be aware that the tour meets at the office of the tour company, about a 3 minute walk from Plaza de Armas.
Querétaro: Walking Tour zona occidente
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $23 / person
- Location
- San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 12 reviews
- Languages
- EN, EN, ES, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- oh! Turismo que inspira
- Meeting point
- The tour begins at the Oh! Turismo facilities, which you can identify by the illuminated sign witch the oh! Turismo logo on a gray facade with pink frames.
Description
Discover the history of the city of Santiago de Querétaro on a walk through the main streets, explore its temples and convents, listen to the history of the beginning of the independence of Mexico, marvel at the baroque architecture of the old houses. The visit is carried out in the company of one of our hosts and tourist guides. The tour begins in the Plaza de Armas and ends in front of the Temple of Santa Rosa de Viterbo. You will enjoy a walk full of stories, legends and the history of Querétaro.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 4:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 18–59)
- $23
- Senior (ages 60+)
- $23
- Child (ages 4–17)
- $23
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Plaza de Armas
Discover the history and architecture of viceregal buildings. Learn about the Casa de Ecala, the mystery of Don Bartolo's Mansion, and the conspiracies in the Corregimiento de Letras, where Josefa Ortiz plotted for independence.
Jardin Zenea
The garden is surrounded by the old Temple and convent of San Francisco and some mansions that have been transformed over the years, just like the garden itself.
Museum of Arts of Queretaro
Enjoy the architectural beauty of a Baroque courtyard, right in the cloister of the San Agustin convent, now converted into an art museum.
Parroquia del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus Templo de Santa Clara
Discover one of the largest convents of the viceregal period: the 17th-century Convent of Santa Clara
Learn about the architecture of the Temple and Royal College of Santa Rosa de Viterbo.
Discover the house where the Marquis of Villa del Villar del Águila lived.
The former oratory of San Felipe Neri. A jewel of Baroque and Neoclassical architecture.
What's included
Included
Local guide
Professional guide
Not included
Transportation to/from attractions
Drinks
Food and drinks
Lunch
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
12 reviews
How it compares in San Miguel de Allende
- Rated higher than 79% of 85 reviewed tours in San Miguel de Allende
- Starting price $23 is 70% below the typical $76 for tours of similar length in San Miguel de Allende
Excurgo comparison of 244 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Querétaro: Walking Tour zona occidente take?
Querétaro: Walking Tour zona occidente lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Querétaro: Walking Tour zona occidente cost?
Prices start at $23 per person for this San Miguel de Allende experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Querétaro: Walking Tour zona occidente run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 4:00 PM.
How much does Querétaro: Walking Tour zona occidente cost for children?
Children aged 4–17 pay from $23, adults from $23. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Querétaro: Walking Tour zona occidente for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The tour begins at the Oh! Turismo facilities, which you can identify by the illuminated sign witch the oh! Turismo logo on a gray facade with pink frames. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Querétaro: Walking Tour zona occidente offered in?
The experience is available in EN, EN, ES, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(12)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
P
Two hours of knowledge.
The guide was excellent, the tour was great, there is much to learn.
A
Buildings and streets with history
The difference between walking and visiting and meeting is to bring a good guide. Thanks, Julio. It's worth walking with history.
V
Excellent information and excellent guide
Very good information!! Very good places and ended up in an excellent museum
F
Highlights of Querétaro
Nice tour today with Jesus. He has great knowledge of the city and Mexico. The tour was around two hours, which is a good length. No problems finding the meeting point. Recommended.
T
Fantastic Tour!! I highly recommend!
This was a fantastic tour! Our tour guide, Carlos was very knowledgable of the city and it's history. We had many questions and he was able to answer all of them making the tour even more interesting. The lenght was just right.
K
Enjoyable and informative
Special thanks to Carlos for making this a fun day for our group. Our stops included historical sites and beautiful churches. We enjoyed the narration, learning much about this fantastic city. Great way to get to know Queretaro.
E
An exceptional tour with admirable attention
I want to express my appreciation for the tour I received. At all times, with a patience and education that today are no longer seen so often. He waited for me without any haste and took the time to explain every detail very clearly.
M
cultural visit of Queretaro
Jesus, our guide, was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. We learned a lot on Mexican history (independence and revolution), local legends, architecture and arts… Jesus took us to churches and convents, with very thorough explanations. He also gave anecdotes on buildings, way of life etc. I highly recommend this tour.
C
A very informative city tour of Queretaro
Our guide, Carlos, was a delight to have as our guide. He was extremely knowledgeable, very patient, and took time to answer all the many question from us 3 couples from the USA. We would highly recommend this tour, especially is you are fortunate enough to have Carlos as your guide.
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