Santa Cruz Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Pena de Bernal which includes tranquil scenes and mountains

Pena de Bernal

Take photos of the vista from the quaint chapel built on the side of one of the tallest monoliths in the world.

Pena de Bernal
Tequisquiapan Opal Mine

Tequisquiapan Opal Mine

Learn about opal-mining history, dig for semi-precious stones and enjoy superb views of the Querétaro Valley at this working mine.

Tequisquiapan Opal Mine
Finca Sala Vivé by Freixenet México

Finca Sala Vivé by Freixenet México

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Finca Sala Vivé by Freixenet México during your travels to Ezequiel Montes.

Finca Sala Vivé by Freixenet México

Arches Viewpoint

You can learn about the history of Querétaro with a visit to Arches Viewpoint. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Arches Viewpoint

Templo y Convento de la Santa Cruz

Find out about the history of Querétaro with a stop at Templo y Convento de la Santa Cruz. Visit the churches and shops in this culturally rich area.

Templo y Convento de la Santa Cruz

Querétaro Contemporary Art Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Querétaro Contemporary Art Museum during your trip to Querétaro. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Querétaro Contemporary Art Museum

Activities

Thematic Tour of the Center of Querétaro

Great tour in a vintage Ford-T electric car (replica)

AU$16
per adult
Great tour in a vintage Ford-T electric car (replica)
Querétaro: Ecological Electric Vehicle Tour

Querétaro: Ecological Electric Vehicle Tour

AU$22
per adult
Querétaro: Ecological Electric Vehicle Tour
Breakfast in Centro Like the Locals Do

Breakfast in Centro Like the Locals Do

AU$110
per adult
Breakfast in Centro Like the Locals Do
Private Tour to Querétaro and Peña de Bernal from Guanajuato

Private Tour to Querétaro and Peña de Bernal from Guanajuato

AU$473
per adult
Private Tour to Querétaro and Peña de Bernal from Guanajuato
Queretaro: colonial architecture and history

Queretaro: colonial architecture and history

AU$76
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Queretaro: colonial architecture and history
pool area

Tour to the Tolantongo Caves, starting from Querétaro

AU$271
per adult
Tour to the Tolantongo Caves, starting from Querétaro
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Our pick of the best Santa Cruz Hotel Deals

Casa Brunella Hotel Boutique

Casa Brunella Hotel Boutique

3.5 out of 5
Calle Venustiano Carranza No. 37, Colonia Centro, Querétaro, QUE
The price is AU$104 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$104
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Querétaro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (207 reviews)
Absolutely amazing Hotel!
"We absolutely love this hotel! From the friendliness of the people working there, to the amazing comfort and size and cleanliness of the rooms, to the amazing free breakfast every morning, it was all wonderful! We loved every second, and will stay there again. Thank you, thank you thank you! Highly ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

Casa Brunella Hotel Boutique
HOTEL & SPA DOÑA URRACA QUERETARO

HOTEL & SPA DOÑA URRACA QUERETARO

3 out of 5
117 C. 5 de Mayo La Cruz, Querétaro, QUE
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Querétaro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Popular attractions Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro and Corregidora ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (52 reviews)
"Bonito hotel, muy centrico e impecable. Los desayunos incluidos son bastos y sabrosos. Me encantaron los jardines y la alberca. El servicio es muy amable. Lo unico que me gustaria que mejoraran es el frigobar; no enfria bien las bebidas, pero sin duda volveria a este lindo lugar."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

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HOTEL & SPA DOÑA URRACA QUERETARO
Cinco de Mayo Hotel

Cinco de Mayo Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Calle 5 de Mayo 106, Colonia Centro, Querétaro, QUE
The price is AU$63 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$63
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Querétaro. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Aqueduct of Santiago ...
7.4/10 Good! (278 reviews)
"Kind of an unbeatable location in the historic center of Queretaro. Simple, clean, decent value."

Reviewed on 20 Jun. 2025

Cinco de Mayo Hotel
Hotel Boutique Casa Altamira

Hotel Boutique Casa Altamira

3.5 out of 5
Altamirano No. 9 Interior 1-2, Colonia Centro, Querétaro, QUE
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Querétaro. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro and Corregidora ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (342 reviews)
"Very nice boutique hotel in one of the city center’s main dinning zones. The rooms are new and clean, the parking is good and the neighborhood is pretty"

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2025

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Hotel Boutique Casa Altamira
Hotel & Spa La Mansión del Burro Azul

Hotel & Spa La Mansión del Burro Azul

3.5 out of 5
Ignacio Altamirano Sur #35, Centro Historico, Querétaro, QUE
The price is AU$106 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$106
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Querétaro. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and room service. Popular attractions Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (429 reviews)
"The place is absolutely beautiful and original."

Reviewed on 24 May 2025

Hotel & Spa La Mansión del Burro Azul
Casa Realm

Casa Realm

3 out of 5
112 C. 5 de Mayo La Cruz, Querétaro, QUE
The price is AU$124 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$124
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Querétaro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and airport drop-off service (surcharge). Popular attractions Aqueduct of Santiago ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (26 reviews)
"The place was beautifully furnished with an awesome view of the city! Host was on site and vey helpful and informative Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 27 May 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz

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La Cruz

While visiting La Cruz, you might make a stop by sights like Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro and Temple of Santa Cruz.

La Cruz
Queretaro which includes a city

Centro Histórico

Unique features of Centro Histórico include the historical sites and museums. Make a stop by Zenea Garden or Plaza de Armas while you're exploring the area.

Centro Histórico
Mexico which includes heritage elements and mountains

Downtown Querétaro

4/5(1 area review)

Downtown Querétaro is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Zenea Garden and Plaza de Armas while in the area.

Downtown Querétaro
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Alameda

Alameda might not have many top sights, but Alameda Hidalgo Park and Puerta la Victoria are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Alameda
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Centro Sur

You'll enjoy the restaurants and historical sites in Centro Sur. You might want to make time for a stop at Corregidora Stadium or Querétaro Civic Center.

Centro Sur
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Hércules

Though Hércules may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro and Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez Auditorium.

Hércules

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