Trips and excursions

Morelia, Pátzcuaro, Uruapan and Zitácuaro

Morelia

Morelia

A World Heritage site, and a gem of a colonial city where visitors can still wander the streets that have remained almost completely unchanged for centuries and where, in spite of the city’s attractions, tourism has not yet spoiled its soul. A delight for lovers of culture, of gastronomy and of art; a city that is friendly and kind to visitors, it has a unique personality and charm, and lots of little surprises for children as well as for adults.
Among the plazas and palaces
The cathedral rises up in the middle of the main square in the heart...
Among avenues and forests
A trip that will make you feel far from the bustle of downtown.
Pátzcuaro

Pátzcuaro

A walk through this magical town, full of colonial architecture and profound Indian wisdom will delight all visitors. With its dominant cathedral, the town will surprise you every step you take, with its emblazoned houses, ancient traditions and works of art… a lot of art; museums and workshops, galleries and markets, all within easy reach.
Art and handicrafts to see and buy
A good way to make sure you do not miss any of the architectural splendors of Pátzcuaro is to take a ride on the tourist tram.
Exploring the Lake Region
When you're in Pátzcuaro, take the new tourist highway to Santa Clara del Cobre and Zirahuén...
Uruapan

Uruapan

Uruapan, meaning the place where everything blossoms. With a climate that is hotter and more humid than that of neighboring towns in Michoacán, Uruapan is like a great big, endless orchard, mainly of avocado trees. The river running through the city is a haven of shade and tranquility.
The main plaza and its surrounding areas
Make your way past the bustling trade activities of the town center and you will find...
For the greenery
Eduardo Ruiz National Park, where the famous Cupatitzio gully is located...
Zitácuaro

Zitácuaro

Zitácuaro lies in the great Oyamel or Sacred Fir forest, where every winter up to twenty million Monarch butterflies arrive to breed after a journey of more than 5,000 kilometers. Visiting the butterfly sanctuary is a unique experience. Originally the forest was inhabited by four different ethnic groups: The Otomí, the Mazahua, the Matlatzinca and the Tarascans. So when you go there, do not miss the archeological sites or the villages where they still practice the weaving techniques of the Mazahua.
In the land of the Monarch butterfly
The end of October sees the beginning of the annual miracle of nature: the arrival of the Monarch butterflies in eastern Michoacán...