Santa María Ahuacatlán Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
The Cosmovitral
Marvel at the exquisite collection of stained-glass windows housed within a striking art nouveau building with a vast array of plants.
Velo de Novia Waterfalls
Nestled within lush green foliage is this pretty waterfall, where milky white water spills down a cliff face and flows over huge boulders.
Zacango Zoo
Admire the picturesque and serene setting and interact with your favorite animals in one of the largest zoos in the country.
Valle de Bravo Dam
Try the diverse array of watersports on this scenic lake, wander through the forest and explore quaint villages and parks.
Church of Calvary
Admire the mosaic work of art on the sloping lawn in front of this hilltop temple and enjoy views of Metepec’s historic town center.
Sanctuary of Santa Maria Ahuacatlán
You can learn about the history of Valle de Bravo when you stop by Sanctuary of Santa Maria Ahuacatlán. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Activities
Valle de Bravo: Half-Day Guided City Tour by Van
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Cinco Rodavento
"Great hotel - excellent shower pressure and linens."
Reviewed on 12 June 2026
Hotel Puesta del Sol
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Luxury Villa featured in Architectural Digest
"Amazing experience overall! The view is stunning, and the staff are extremely warm and welcoming. The cooking felt like being in someone’s home and the care put into the beautiful table settings was incredible."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
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El Santuario Resort & Spa
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Metepec
Well liked for its restaurants and monuments, Metepec is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Town Square Metepec and Galerias Metepec Shopping Center, and jump on the metro at Metepec Station to get around the city.
Avandaro
While visiting Avandaro, you might make a stop by sights like Velo de Novia Waterfalls and Valle de Bravo Dam.
Toluca City-Centre
Well liked for its museums and churches, Toluca City-Centre is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like The Cosmovitral and Nemesio Díez Stadium, and jump on the metro at Toluca Centro Station to get around the city.
Valle de Bravo Centro
While visiting Valle de Bravo Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Central Square and Valle de Bravo Dam.
San Mateo Atenco
Though San Mateo Atenco may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza Sendero Toluca and Las Plazas Outlet Lerma.
