Overview
Take a full-day trip out of Mexico City to admire Taxco, a unique colonial town famous for its silver works.
Taxco is a colonial city with thousands of years of history. There, you will visit one of the most beautiful churches of Mexico, Santa Prisca; built-in 1759 by the French immigrant José de la Borda; who literally ran into a huge amount of silver.
Visit an ancient pre-Hispanic mine, explore it and discover the mysteries it has kept for hundreds of years.
Taxco is known for its silver mines and quality stores. You will have the opportunity to visit a silver workshop, see and purchase works of art made by Mexican artisans.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Round transfer from meeting point
Guide
Guided visit to Prehispanic Mine (if option selected)
Food and drinks
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The lobby of Hostal Amigo, Isabel la Católica 61-A, at 06:50 a.m.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
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Please arrive 15 minutes before the start times specified at the departure points.
You can reach us at:
- Phone number: +52 55 5512 5207
- Email: cdmx@amigotours.com
- Emergency phone number +52 155 4563 8246
Note: a moderate amount of walking is involved.
What to expect
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Cuernavaca
2 hours
Cuernavaca is the leafy capital of the state of Morelos, surrounded by the Tepozteco mountains. Former home of the Spanish conquistador Hernán de Cortés. To the southwest is the Cuernavaca Cathedral, a 16th-century walled monastery with a mural illustrating Mexico's first saint.
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2 hours
Catholic cathedral with a mural showing Mexico's first native saint, Felipe de Jesus.
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Museo Regional de los Pueblos de Morelos
2 hours
A history museum in a former residence of a famous conquistador, with murals by Diego Rivera.
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3 hours
Continue exploring Taxco, a colonial city with hundreds of years of history.
The city is nestled on a hillside with winding cobblestone streets, tile-roofed buildings, cozy squares, and a strong Old World ambiance that has survived through hundreds of years.
During your visit, you will have the opportunity to explore a silver workshop, where you will be taught how to recognize the good silver and have free time to buy souvenirs, have lunch, take photos, etc.
Taxco is known worldwide for its quality silver mines and shops so you will have the opportunity to see and buy art pieces from Mexican artisans. -
Santa Prisca de Taxco
3 hours
Visit the most beautiful temple in Mexico, Santa Prisca; built-in 1758 by the French immigrant José de la Borda, who literally stumbled upon a huge silver spring.
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Mina Prehispanica de Taxco
1 hour
Depart from Mexico City, where you will take the road to Taxco, the oldest mining city in America.
If you have selected the option, you will discover a unique mine in this place, the famous pre-Hispanic mine, you will go down in an authentic mining elevator and explore the corridors of this mine. Inside you will observe a representation where you will learn the way in which the ancient settlers obtained the precious minerals.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Mexico City).
Additional Information
- Please be aware that this tour involves a considerate amount of walking on irregular ground
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Taxco, Cuernavaca & Pre-Hispanic Mine optional visit
Can I cancel Taxco, Cuernavaca & Pre-Hispanic Mine optional visit for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 11 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
The lobby of Hostal Amigo, Isabel la Católica 61-A, at 06:50 a.m. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Round transfer from meeting point
- Guide
- Guided visit to Prehispanic Mine (if option selected)
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
Which places does it visit?
It visits Cuernavaca, Museo Regional de los Pueblos de Morelos, Santa Prisca de Taxco, Mina Prehispanica de Taxco.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Amigo Tours
