Queretaro: Discover Colonial Architecture and Experience History in a UNESCO World Heritage City

Immerse yourself in the rich history and stunning colonial architecture of Queretaro, a UNESCO World Heritage city in Mexico. Explore the city’s iconic landmarks and learn about Mexican history from ancient times to the present day.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • El Acueducto De Queretaro - You will know about the foundation of the city, and about the love story behind the aqueduct’s construction.
  • Panteon de los queretanos Ilustres - You will hear about some of the most important people in the history of the city that are buried in this place, and about some of their actions that influenced the…
What's Included
  • Professional guide services
What's Not Included
  • Snacks
  • Brunch
  • Entry fees to museums in Mexican pesos
Additional Information

The ancient town of Queretaro, a UNESCO World Heritage site, sits at the heart of Mexico, marking the country’s geographical and historical intersection.

Embark on a journey with me to explore the city’s most significant and aesthetically pleasing architectural symbols of its colonial and baroque era. Simultaneously, gain insights into the Mexican history from the pre-Hispanic period to the 20th century.

Location
Mirador de los Arcos
Ejército Republicano
The meeting point is at the ancient aqueduct's viewpoint (mirador).
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Lloyd_m
Sep 15, 2024
Enjoyable walking tour provides some great insights! - Armando sure knows his history and knows how to tell it. We really enjoyed his tour which went off smoothly despite the crowds that had gathered in the city for two days of festivals. There is a lot to the history of this area, a lot more than what we expected and Armando's perspectives kept it interesting. Very worthwhile use of your time and money!
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Arshpreet
Aug 16, 2024
Very recommended - A beautiful tour and really full of history we walked through the historic area of Querétaro and Armando really prepared and a very kind person. Recommendation this tour to who is in here in Querétaro.
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I3110fralexb
Aug 12, 2024
Excellent Tour of old town Queretaro - Armando was an excellent guide. He is very knowledgeable and answered my myriad questions - I learned a lot about Queretaro history/Mexican history. We went over the 4 hours and I think he would have taken more time if I didn’t have prior arrangements to be somewhere else. Highly recommend!
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Christinamy994zc
Aug 1, 2024
Introduction to Querétaro Colonial Architecture and History - Fantastic tour! We appreciated Armando sharing his expertise on Querétaro’s history. The tour was so informative and presented in such a way that it was so enjoyable to learn Querétaro’s story. Armando’s pacing was perfect to allow us to enjoy the beautiful sites of the city. I highly recommend this specific tour led by Armando.
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Robertoou3184kz
Jul 24, 2024
a great birthday - It is an amazing city its architecture and its monuments have a lot of history I am impressed that the city is very clean and everyone drives very well always has preference pedestrian
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Jackelinev_h
Jul 6, 2024
A must for history lovers! - Absolutely amazing! Armando is extremely knowledgeable across time periods and contextualized the facts based on global events. He was very generous with his time and did not rush any monuments or answers to our multiple questions. Be prepared to spend half a day immersed in the beautiful streets and architecture of Querétaro. A must for history lovers! (Not for kids if they are not used to walk and listen for 3-4 hrs)
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Emily_m
Jul 4, 2024
Don’t miss this tour - Armando used the sites and views of beautiful Querétaro to create a captivating narrative connecting the city’s history to Mexican and world historical events. This should be on the must do list for any historically minded traveler.
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Indra_b
May 28, 2024
Great tour. - Armando is an incredible tour guide. Full of knowledge. Great pace. Very patient with questions. Learned so much about Mexican history.
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Indragb
May 23, 2024
An Outstanding Tour - It was an extraordinarily hot day in Queretaro but that did not flag Armando’s spirits in the least. He is one of the most knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guides I have ever met. He brings a deep understanding of Mexican history and what he shares is mind blowing. There is so much about this complex country that we Americans are never taught. Queretaro is rich in history and played such an important role in the story of Mexico’s journey to independence. If you are visiting Queretaro and have the time (it’s really a four hour minimum tour) don’t hesitate to book with Armando!
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Mark_p
Apr 18, 2024
Enlightened in Queretaro! - We were extremely pleased with our experience! We had deliberated about going, but decided we could use some spoon feeding in terms of digesting this unfamiliar city. It was the right decision because we learned an incredible amount in a very enjoyable morning. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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