Things to do & places to visit in Northern Mexico, Mexico

Northern Mexico #7 destination in Mexico 2023. The average rating score is 4.45 based on 27.5k traveler reviews, of 183 attractions. Timezone: America/Chihuahua, current date and time: Monday, April 29, 2024, 17:45.

Top things to do (24)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 Chipinque A.B.P. Ecological Park (1.243 reviews)
- Amazing views.
Monday: 6:00 AM - 7:30 PM Parks

My husband and I went here for a run/hike. Although there was plenty of parking lots since it was a perfect day weather wise and a Sunday it was very busy. Expect to take some time to park but know it is worth it. Tons of trails and a great place for hikes, runs and biking. We even found a gigantic cement slide to try, just a very pleasant park. Some restrooms and water fountains are available but I would suggest bringing water. See more..
5.0 La Rodadora (224 reviews)
- A place to take your kids
Monday: Spent More than 3 hours Speciality Museums

It a nice science/nature museum. My kids love it. You´ll be there 3-4 hours. Its enterteining even for adults. See more..
4.5 Parque Fundidora (2.675 reviews)
- Excelent place to walk and relax
Monday: 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Parks

The park once belonging to an Iron and Steel Melting Company now is a cultural center containing museums, concert halls and an amusement park. See more..
4.5 Paseo de Santa Lucia (2.358 reviews)
- Paseo Santa Lucia ... where you will spend great moments
Historic Walking Areas

A historic street in downtown Monterrey passing through the Plaza de los 40 Años and the Mexican History Museum. See more..
4.5 Chepe (1.277 reviews)
- Worth the trip!
Monday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Rail Services

The most espectacular train trip in the world! Every day since 1961, El Chepe ventures into imposing landscapes of the Sierra Tarahumara, until it reaches the area that encompasses the most representative characteristics of the Tarahumara culture, history and folklore the Copper Canyon, as this región is known worldwide. See more..
4.5 Grutas de Garcia (925 reviews)
- Worth the visit!
Closed now Caverns & Caves

The place opens at 9am, ride from our hotel near Galerías Monterrey took 53mins. I recommend you to rent a car or book a tour, because it’s hard to find an Uber there when coming back.

We arrived at 9:20 and took the first aerial tramway to the mountain at 10am (I suppose they wait to have enough people to fill each trip) there is also a walk path ($50 mxn without the tramway ride)

The ticket price is $80 mxn. It includes the tramway ride, the museum and a guided tour into the caves. The tour lasts aprox 45mins to 1hour and consists of ~600 steps (but it’s actually not hard) it’s also not cold inside the caves so you are good with shorts and tenis

At the entrance of the caves there is a small area to buy snacks or drinks but just the basic thinks (beer, popcorn, etc)

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4.5 Museo del Desierto (766 reviews)
- Amazing Museum in Mexico
Monday: Speciality Museums

This is a must visit if you are in Saltillo for leisure and even if you are on business. Especially for young kids and teens, this museum not only provides a very detailed explanation of the Desert ecosystem and the desert in the context of Mexico, but it also shares an extraordinary collection of authentic dinosaurs' fossils discovered in Coahuila and elsewhere, including two T-Rex complete fossil and a unique fossil of a huge dinosaur found in Mexico, the Velafrons Cohahuilensis. As well as some exciting animatronics of different dinosaurs. Additionally, it provides a complete ethnographic and zoologic overview of Mexican history. Only in NYC or the Smithsonian in DC you can find in one place a similar collection. See more..
4.5 Museo del Acero Horno 3 (755 reviews)
- Superb, hands on museum
Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

History of Horno Alto Nº 3, Horno Alto Nº 3 was designed by Arthur G. McKee & Co. from Cleveland, Ohio. The installation began in October 1965 and it began operating in January 1968, with the capacity to produce 1,500 to 2,000 tons of cast iron per day. It had the most advanced technologies, notable among which were the electronic programmer of raw materials and the automatic system for the control of furnace combustion. With the beginning of operations of Horno Alto Nº 3, the Monterrey Foundry reached a production of a million tons of steel per year, which made it the most important steel mill in Mexico. See more..
4.5 Quinta Gameros (478 reviews)
- Really amazing
Points of Interest & Landmarks

In Chihuahua, a Must See. The exterior is amazing, and easily accessible if you're staying in Centro. The interior is stunning, with baroque, roccocco, and Art Nouveau elements. The staff is very helpful, even if you don't speak much Spanish. I speak almost none, but the staff very graciously helped me understand some of the background behind the interior elements. Do Not Miss This. See more..
4.5 Museo de Arte Contemporaneo (MARCO) (454 reviews)
- A must see while exploring the Barrio Antiguo
Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Art Museums

Housed in a beautiful building designed by world-famous architect Ricardo Legorreta, this museum features works of major Mexican and Latin American artists. See more..
4.5 Centro Historico de la Ciudad de Chihuahua, MX (432 reviews)
- Nice to see
Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

Don't miss the square and the cathedral. Enjoy the place and watch how the chihuahuaans go about there daily routine. See more..
4.5 Lake Arareco (360 reviews)
- Awesome lake, similar to scandinavian lakes
Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water

It is an amazing natural spot now known by many mexicans. Definitely must come and stay some days enjoying its silence. Water is quite temperate in the summer months. Definitely a must see in the Raramuri Area. See more..
4.5 Bioparque Estrella (345 reviews)
- Africa en Mexico
Monday: Spent More than 3 hours Zoos • Parks

Bioparque es una reserva natural donde podrás vivir un recorrido en el Serengeti Safari, como si estuvieras en la sabana Africana! Alimenta, acaricia y admira mas de 800 animales que viven en libertad. Además podrás divertirte en las mas de 20 atracciones: Ártico, Mirador de las Jirafas, Kamba, Lago de la Paz, Pajaritos, Sendero de las Cascadas, entre otras. De marzo a septiembre disfruta trae cambio de ropa y traje de baño las atracciones de agua: Chorritos, Juegos interactivos y deslizate en el Río Loko, un tobogán de mas de 300 mts! (consulta nuestro calendario de operaciones en la página web) Wildlife park featuring a drive-through safari and a children's petting zoo. Don´t forget your swimsuit for water atractions! See more..
4.5 Cerro de la Campana (337 reviews)
- Great place to hike up during day
Mountains

Great walk up from hotel ibis , nice place once up there , just watch out for the dogs when walking ...it's a windey way up to the top not too many cars go up in the morning when I did , but once to top you will notice many scenic pictures when walking up , once at the top great view of Hermosillo , not to be missed See more..
4.5 Museo de Historia Mexicana (327 reviews)
- cool
Monday: History Museums

Museum delineates the history of Mexico from pre-historic times to the present. See more..
4.5 Catedral Metropolitana de Chihuahua (295 reviews)
- Chihuahua's most beautiful building.
Churches & Cathedrals

I've been quite a few times inside the church, it is just beautiful, not only from the outside, with its two slender three-story towers, but also inside. I've been also lucky enough to enjoy the music played on its organ, the experience is absolutely divine. I can tell why people find comfort inside, it is a place for praying and reconnecting with your divinity. See more..
4.5 Catedral de Durango (290 reviews)
- Very Nice
Religious Sites

Very Nice cathedral. Has a nice plaza across the street with plenty of restaurants and shops around. Worth a visit. See more..
4.5 Playa Bonita Beach (266 reviews)
- We stay at the Playa Bonita RV Park.
Beaches

We have been spending January and February at the RV park for several years and always look forward to coming back. The beach is wide, clean and patrolled. It is family orientated and close to many town services. Highly recommend. They do have beach front sites available for a slight extra up charge. Some sites might be tight for 40 ft plus units but it is workable. Friendly atmosphere. Showers, laundry and reading/TV room with WiFi. WiFi though out park is spotty sometimes but reading room is all ways available. AND if you need any vehicle or RV repairs, repainting, cleaning interior and exterior, awning repairs, reupholstering...this is THE ONLY place to have that kind of work done. Check with Chuy. See more..
4.5 Catedral de Santiago de Saltillo (262 reviews)
- A Holy Site in the North of Mexico
Religious Sites

A marvel of Colonial and religious heritage in the Coahuila Capital city. The Cathedral of Santiago de Saltillo is the Roman Catholic worshiping our Saint Christ, was built from 1745 until 1800 besides an origonao temple by the priest Don Felipe Suarez de Estrada. The Pope Leon XIII assigned this gorgeous building as the official Cathedral of Coahuila province through the Papal Bull of June 23rd 1891. The Saltillo Cathedral in a Spanish Barroque style is the tallest Cathedral in North Mexico, and among the tallest in Mexico. Every August 6th, Saltillo and the Cathedral celebrate the Saint Christ of the Chapel, the highest devotion figure all around the region. Religious and pagan and a regional Fair takes place all around this amazing holy site. You are cordially invited to visit this and other amazing holy churches in Saltillo. See more..
4.5 Historical Museum of the Mexican Revolution (253 reviews)
- JFK Portrait at Museum
History Museums

I visited the "Casa Luz," which I also heard referred to as "Casa Rosada," when Luz Corral was still alive and before it was a museum. She was in wheelchair and died soon after my visit. I'm writing because I remember the Dodge auto, but when I remember it as being inside the building; my memory may be incorrect about that, but I also remember distinctly that there was a framed photo, or probably painting, of JFK on the wall above it; it was the only thing on the wall. It was a familiar depiction of the President that we've all seen. I've looked in the past for info on why the Kennedy portrait was there, if there was a connection, etc., but never found an answer. As others have written, it's well worth a visit. Please note the year of visit is inaccurate; there was no choice that matched my visit but an entry was required. See more..
4.5 Christ of the Noas (243 reviews)
- Such a beautiful view...
Monuments & Statues

For night and day: the view of the city is magnificent. What a peaceful place for pray, meditate and think. Such a nice place at the North of Mexico. See more..
4.5 Calle Constitucion (240 reviews)
- Great Street
Historic Walking Areas

There is a section of this street starting from Plaza des Armas that runs for about 7 blocks that does not have any vehicular traffic except for the cross streets. We were there on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. During the day there are loads of restaurants, shops and coffee/beverage houses and at night it lights up with all kinds of entertainment and people strolling. We were fortunate to see a competition of singers from 10 different universities in Mexico. The singing groups are called 'Tunas' which is a tradition started in Europe in the 1300's and has also found a home in Mexico. The music was great...Spanish folk songs...and even though we did not understand the words it was a wonderful show. See more..
4.5 Parque la Huasteca (236 reviews)
- The mountains of Monterrey are amazing
Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Mountains

Rugged mountain great for rock climbing. See more..
4.5 Dunas de Yeso (231 reviews)
- It's nature at it's best!!!
Spent 1-2 hours Deserts

A must see, incledible place. One of great place to see nature at it's best. It gets really hot make sure you take a hat or umbrella and lots of water, or buy paletas from the only guy selling. Even its get super hot you can get barefoot and you will not regret, sand by the sand castle is perfect to be barefoot. Incledible pictures you can take. See more..
4.5 Parque La Ruina (216 reviews)
- The first Europian in US
Monday: 7:30 AM - 12:00 AM Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

Parque La Ruina busca ofrecer a la comunidad un espacio ameno para convivencia donde puedan encontrar una gran variedad de comida urbana de la más alta calidad, disfrutar de grandes eventos y pasar días y noches disfrutando la mejor música. See more..
4.5 Poza Azul (215 reviews)
- Beautiful Pozas
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks

Beautiful ciénagas in the middle od a savanna. Great photo oportunity. Easy drive from the city. Graeat ecosystem with local fish and turrles. Turtles are not easy to find. See more..
4.5 Cintermex (207 reviews)
- Great Exhibition hall
Convention Centers

A large exhibition hall where hundreds of companies come to display their products. See more..
4.5 Cerro de la Silla (206 reviews)
- Height trip
Mountains

Climbing the Cerro de la Silla in Monterrey Nuevo León is an incredible experience since you can see a beautiful view of the entire city. The climb to the hill to reach the top is quite tiring but without hesitation, it is worth it, because you can appreciate a part of nature and another part of the construction of the human being. To climb the hill it is necessary to have a good physical condition, without a doubt, the heat and the wind make it a challenge but the reward is worth it, because at the top it is possible to appreciate a moment of a unique view that few can enjoy. To climb safely it is important to always follow the rules and instructions provided. Going up and down takes courage but I would do it again, to be able to appreciate the view that the city of the mountains provides. See more..
4.5 Museo Casa Chihuahua (204 reviews)
- A must stop in the downtown area
Monday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

Centro cultural orientado hacia la difusión del patrimonio histórico, arqueológico, artístico y natural del estado de Chihuahua, para promover su conservación e incremento, como legado para las nuevas generaciones. Salas de exposiciones temporales de arte; museo de sitio narrando la historia del antiguo Palacio Federal de Chihuahua, incluyendo el calabozo de Miguel Hidalgo. See more..
4.5 Museo de las Aves (202 reviews)
- Saltillo Bird Museum will help you fly your imagination
Monday: Speciality Museums

El Museo de las Aves de México es único en su tipo al albergar y exhibir una colección de aves disecadas exclusivas de un país. See more..