Queretaro tours

Things to do in Queretaro

Queretaro murmurs tales of revolutionary heroes and fills with the laughter of lively plazas. This city, rich with UNESCO World Heritage sites, is a blend of history and innovation, where ancient aqueducts intersect with bustling markets. With your local guide, Queretaro tours become a doorway to the city's hidden treasures. Wander through its storied streets on a walking tour, or savour the rich, local flavours on a food and wine tour that reveals the best-kept culinary secrets. Your guide will assist you in bypassing the lines at iconic sites, ensuring your experience is both personal and deeply rooted in the essence of Queretaro's culture. If you’re looking for more inspiration, take a look at our curated list of things to do in Queretaro. Explore Queretaro your way At ToursByLocals, we believe that how you explore is just as important as where you go. That’s why every Queretaro tour is private, flexible, and built around you: Move at your own pace, skip the crowds, make connections and follow your curiosity. Find local guides offering private tours in Queretaro for every interest, including: History tours: See the aqueduct’s towering arches, step into the Casa de la Corregidora to hear independence-era stories, and visit Cerro de las Campanas where Emperor Maximilian met his fate. These private tours link the landmarks with easy walks through shaded plazas. Art and Culture tours: Explore the Museo de Arte de Querétaro in the former San Agustín convent and the MACQ for contemporary works, then browse studios and murals around San Francisquito. You can add a stop at Mercado La Cruz to taste local snacks on these tours. Architecture tours: Compare ornate baroque at Santa Rosa de Viterbo and San Francisco with the neoclassical Teatro de la República, and capture the perfect aqueduct photo from the Mirador de los Arcos. Your guide shapes these tours around the styles you like most. The historic centre is very walkable, and Qrobús and taxis fill the gaps; for farther sites and viewpoints outside town, you can book a chauffeured tour or ask your guide to include private transportation. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all itinerary, you can tailor your private tour to match your interests, pace and personality with a local who knows Queretaro inside and out. Walking tours & neighbourhoods Queretaro's neighborhoods offer a rich tapestry of history and culture, best explored on a private walking tour guided by a local. - Centro Histórico: Steeped in history, this UNESCO World Heritage site is perfect for cultural tourists. The stunning plazas and colonial architecture are best experienced with insights from your guide. - Juriquilla: This upscale neighborhood caters to families and those seeking a leisurely atmosphere. With its golf courses and serene landscapes, it offers a peaceful retreat. - El Pueblito: Known for its traditional markets and local crafts, El Pueblito is ideal for those looking to connect with authentic Mexican culture. It's a vibrant area that showcases local life. Day trip ideas from Queretaro From Querétaro, it’s easy to branch out to nearby cities and natural spots that fit the way you like to explore, so think about a few day trips that match your interests and pace. San Miguel de Allende: About 70 kilometres away, this UNESCO-listed town draws you in with a striking pink church, tidy plazas and side streets filled with galleries and artisan markets, and if you enjoy art, design or relaxed café time, you get plenty of both along with good people-watching and simple photo-friendly scenes that work well on a short visit. Bernal: An hour from the city, the Pueblo Mágico of Bernal sits under the Peña de Bernal monolith, and you can walk partway up for clear views or stay in town for gorditas, woven textiles and obsidian crafts, making it a neat pick if you like light hiking mixed with food and local makers. Tequisquiapan: This low-key wine and cheese hub offers a calm main square, tasting rooms and shops that focus on regional products, so if you’re into flavours, markets and easy strolling, it’s a simple pairing with Bernal or a stand-alone day that keeps things unhurried; many day trips here also link vineyards nearby as part of private tours. Sierra Gorda Biosphere Reserve: For a nature-heavy day, head into the mountains for dramatic lookouts, cloud forest roads and the Baroque mission churches around Jalpan and Landa, and since distances are longer, an early start helps you fit in scenic stops plus one or two missions if you’re into photography, architecture or quiet trails. Dolores Hidalgo: Known as the cradle of Mexican Independence, this small city mixes history with pottery workshops and a lively main plaza, so if you like stories tied to real places and practical souvenirs, you can see the church linked to the Grito, browse ceramics and try a scoop with playful flavours before heading back to Querétaro. A private tour with a local guide is the best way to really get to know a place. Skip the crowds, follow your interests, and see a side of Queretaro most travellers miss.