Cidade Turismo
Mexico
Monterrey

Nuevo León · Mexico

Monterrey

The industrial metropolis of the north surrounded by mountains: Cerro de la Silla, the Macroplaza, Paseo Santa Lucía, Parque Fundidora and, in Santiago, the Cola de Caballo waterfall.

Nordeste (Monterrey)

In the photo: Cerro de la Silla and Monterrey

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Get to know the place

A region to enjoy
at your own pace.

Monterrey, capital of the state of Nuevo León, is the third largest city in Mexico and the main industrial and business center of the country’s north. It lies in a valley surrounded by the mountains of the Sierra Madre Oriental, and Cerro de la Silla, with its saddle-shaped summit, is its symbol.

The downtown has the Macroplaza, one of the largest plazas in the world, featuring the Faro del Comercio, the cathedral and the Government Palace, and the Paseo Santa Lucía, a canal with promenades that leads to Parque Fundidora, a former steel plant turned into a park with museums. Barrio Antiguo concentrates 19th-century houses, bars and cafés.

On the outskirts, the mountains of Parque Nacional Cumbres de Monterrey have canyons, caves and waterfalls. In Santiago, a Pueblo Mágico about 35 km away, the Cola de Caballo waterfall falls through the forest, and the La Boca reservoir is a weekend outing spot.

Northern cuisine includes roasted cabrito, grilled meats and flour tortillas.

This destination brings together 2 cities: Monterrey, Santiago.

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One destination, many paths

The cities on this trip

Start with one city or combine several in your itinerary.

Where Monterrey is
SantiagoMonterrey

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How to get there: Monterrey

✈ Aeropuerto Internacional General Mariano Escobedo (MTY) · 25 km to Monterrey

Confirm before purchasing. Monterrey International Airport (MTY) is about 25 km from downtown. The city also receives buses from across the country and from the United States.

Suggested arrival point: Monterrey

The local experience

Things to do in Monterrey

Cascada Cola de Caballo
Santiago · Nuevo León · Waterfall

Cascada Cola de Caballo

About a 25-meter waterfall in Parque Nacional Cumbres de Monterrey that falls in strands of water like a horse's tail.

Macroplaza
Monterrey · Nuevo León · Square

Macroplaza

A square of about 40 hectares in downtown Monterrey, with the Faro del Comercio, the cathedral, the Government Palace and views of Cerro de la Silla.

Centro de Santiago e Presa La Boca
Santiago · Nuevo León · Historic center and reservoir

Centro de Santiago e Presa La Boca

Santiago’s historic center, with the church of Santiago Apóstol and old houses, and the La Boca reservoir at the entrance to the highlands.

Paseo Santa Lucía
Monterrey · Nuevo León · Promenade and canal

Paseo Santa Lucía

An artificial canal of about 2.5 km with promenades, fountains and boats, linking downtown Monterrey to Parque Fundidora.

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Parque Fundidora
Monterrey · Nuevo León · Urban park

Parque Fundidora

A park of about 140 hectares on Monterrey’s former steelworks site, with preserved blast furnaces, the Horno 3 museum and green areas.

Barrio Antiguo
Monterrey · Nuevo León · Neighborhood

Barrio Antiguo

The oldest neighborhood of Monterrey, with 19th-century stone and adobe houses, cafés, galleries, bars and the Sunday market.

Cerro de la Silla
Monterrey · Nuevo León · Mountain

Cerro de la Silla

Monterrey’s emblematic mountain, with a saddle-shaped summit around 1,800 meters high, a natural monument with trails.

Grutas de García
Monterrey · Nuevo León · Cave

Grutas de García

Limestone caves on the summit of a mountain about 45 km from Monterrey, reached by cable car, with stalactite chambers.

Before you go

Practical information

A little planning leaves more time to enjoy the journey.

When to go

From October to April there are pleasant days and cool nights; cold fronts can arrive in winter. From May to September it is very hot, sometimes above 40 °C. September and October can have heavy rains.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

How many days to stay

Three days allow two in Monterrey—covering downtown, Santa Lucía and Fundidora—and one in Santiago to see the Cola de Caballo. With four days you can add the Grutas de García or a hike on Cerro de la Silla.

Which city to stay in

The downtown area, near the Macroplaza and Barrio Antiguo, puts the main attractions within walking distance. San Pedro Garza García, to the south, has business hotels, restaurants and shopping centers. Santiago has inns and cabins in the mountains.

Respect the place

Take your trash with you, follow the signs and support local businesses. In natural areas, follow the visiting guidelines.

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