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Trip to Taxco and Cuernavaca from Mexico City

Discover the silver work and the cultural exchange between indigenous peoples and Christians in these Mexican cities

DURATION

11h

LANGUAGES

Spanish

ACCESSIBILITY

Not wheelchair accessible

A tour of two cities that were among the most important settlements of the Spanish colonizers. Learn how indigenous culture and Christianity interacted with the silver mining exploitation in the area, don’t miss this excursion with round-trip transportation to Mexico City included.

On this excursion, you will visit the cities of Taxco and Cuernavaca with a guide, and if you wish, you can descend into the silver mines in Taxco. The first stop of the excursion will be Cuernavaca, known as the "City of Eternal Spring" for its mild climate. In this city, the guide will accompany you to visit the cathedral, one of the oldest in America, and the Palace of Cortés, which was once the residence of the conqueror Hernán Cortés.

The next stop will be Taxco, a mining city inhabited by indigenous peoples that became the most important mining center of the colonizers after the Spanish occupation. In this city, you will visit a silver workshop, and in the afternoon, you can decide whether to enter the pre-Hispanic mines or to enjoy some more free time to visit Taxco.

Discover the cultural mix present in these two cities.
Visit some silver mines and learn about the traditional work of this material in a workshop in Taxco.
An excursion with a guide and transportation included so you can travel to more parts of the country without worrying about anything.

❓ FAQs

What documentation do I need?

Bring your original ID card or passport if the monument requires it, along with your booking.
What does the activity include?

Round-trip coach transportation to the meeting point. Expert Spanish-speaking guide. Ticket to the pre-Hispanic mine (if you select the option when booking).
How early should I arrive?

We recommend arriving 10–15 minutes early to organize access.
First time here?

Remember to arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the activity begins. Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate walking clothes and footwear. If you want to access the Taxco mines, you must select the option that includes it when booking. If you do not, you will have free time in Taxco at the end of the day. The tour is only accessible in some areas. If you wish to do it in a wheelchair or have reduced mobility, you must be accompanied and mention it when booking. Pets are not allowed. On certain dates, due to high demand, a request for availability may be used (shown at checkout). Within 72 hours you will be informed if there are places available. If the booking is closer than that, you will receive an urgent reply. The amount will be held to guarantee that funds are available if the booking is confirmed.

Round-trip bus transportation to the meeting point.
Expert Spanish-speaking guide.
Entry to the pre-Hispanic mine (if you select the option in the booking).

Food and drink.
Anything not specified in the "what's included" section.

Remember to arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the activity starts.
It is recommended to wear appropriate clothing and footwear for walking and suitable for the weather conditions.
If you wish to access the mines of Taxco, you must select the option that includes it at the time of booking. If you do not, you will have free time in Taxco at the end of the day.
The tour is only accessible in some areas. If you want to do it in a wheelchair or have reduced mobility, you must have a companion and mention it at the time of booking.
Pets are not allowed.

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of the tour.
If you cancel after that time, arrive late, or do not show up, you will not be entitled to a refund.

Discover the cultural mix present in these two cities.
Visit some silver mines and learn about the traditional work of this material in a workshop in Taxco.
An excursion with a guide and transportation included so you can travel to more parts of the country without worrying about anything.

❓ FAQs

What documentation do I need?

Bring your original ID card or passport if the monument requires it, along with your booking.
What does the activity include?

Round-trip coach transportation to the meeting point. Expert Spanish-speaking guide. Ticket to the pre-Hispanic mine (if you select the option when booking).
How early should I arrive?

We recommend arriving 10–15 minutes early to organize access.
First time here?

Remember to arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the activity begins. Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate walking clothes and footwear. If you want to access the Taxco mines, you must select the option that includes it when booking. If you do not, you will have free time in Taxco at the end of the day. The tour is only accessible in some areas. If you wish to do it in a wheelchair or have reduced mobility, you must be accompanied and mention it when booking. Pets are not allowed. On certain dates, due to high demand, a request for availability may be used (shown at checkout). Within 72 hours you will be informed if there are places available. If the booking is closer than that, you will receive an urgent reply. The amount will be held to guarantee that funds are available if the booking is confirmed.

Round-trip bus transportation to the meeting point.
Expert Spanish-speaking guide.
Entry to the pre-Hispanic mine (if you select the option in the booking).

Food and drink.
Anything not specified in the "what's included" section.

Remember to arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the activity starts.
It is recommended to wear appropriate clothing and footwear for walking and suitable for the weather conditions.
If you wish to access the mines of Taxco, you must select the option that includes it at the time of booking. If you do not, you will have free time in Taxco at the end of the day.
The tour is only accessible in some areas. If you want to do it in a wheelchair or have reduced mobility, you must have a companion and mention it at the time of booking.
Pets are not allowed.

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of the tour.
If you cancel after that time, arrive late, or do not show up, you will not be entitled to a refund.