Location: Taxco
Top Things to do in Taxco
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A tradition dating back to the city's origins as a colonial mining capital, silver is the focal point of Taxco shopping, and indeed the most popular tourist pursuit. All around the picturesque town you'll find sellers of silver finery, from open air markets to metal workshops to high end boutiques.
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1. Santa Prisca de Taxco
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4.5 based on 938 reviews
This 18th-century church, built with funds provided by silver tycoon José de la Borda, is the centerpiece of the town's main square.
Reviewed By Titapo60 - El Paso, Texas
Went to this amazing town.. Taxco.
One of many Pueblos Magicos designated by Mexico. As I entered its perimeter on the highway..my mouth and eyes opened wide. Its view from stop was astounding. Its rooftops..Its facades..Its Church..
Just beautiful..Walking on its cobble-stoned marrow streets..A must see..
2. Zocalo
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4.5 based on 505 reviews
Reviewed By dat1975 - Houston, Texas
A must when in Taxco. Taxi drivers are very helpful and offer great recommendations. Lots of shops and things to see. The people here are very friendly and helpful, not very pushy. Very safe for family and small kids
3. Plaza Borda
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4.5 based on 118 reviews
The zócalo of this old mining town is named for silver tycoon José de la Borda.
Reviewed By Progresolady - Progreso, Yucatan
one of the most charming plazas we've visited in Mexico! It's small with many mature trees, benches and a bandstand. Tin star-shaped lights dangled from the trees, giving the plaza a real fairy tale ambiance as dusk settled over Taxco. 3 locals in costumes from the Borda era strolled around and were happy to encourage photos.
4. Teleferico de Taxco
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4 based on 354 reviews
Reviewed By Jorge E
There are not too many things to do in taxco so definitely you should go and do this activity. I recommend to take a taxi and go to the top then you do a tour in the hotel at the hill then only go down and enjoy the espectacular view. Everything is cheap even for Mexicans.
Enjoy it.
5. Mercado de Plata
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4.5 based on 127 reviews
This marketplace features a number of country silversmiths, who offer jewelry at reduced prices. The best place of Mexico to buy an d find a lot of silver crafts
Reviewed By msvalhalla - County Kerry, Ireland
Had a quick one day trip to Taxco on our way south and all worked out great. The town is on a hillside so lots of up and down with the walking but this gives it a great appearance if you climb or take a taxi/combo to the top of the town (climbing: 45-50mins moderate/difficult) (transport: public one is cheap but you have to do a small bit of walking, but get a private VW beetle and you will pay several times more).
Loved walking around the silver markets and seeing the massive variety of jewellery and more. Worth going into some of the more expensive shops and asking to see the artefacts they make each year for the silverware competitions. Lovely town with a nice relaxed atmosphere. Have to spend an hour or two around the square for drinks and/or food soaking up the atmosphere.
6. Cristo Monumental Taxco
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4 based on 104 reviews
Reviewed By Abel R
It took me more than 1/2 hour walking up to the monument they are many stairs to climb up. The view is nice. The view was stunning seeing the whole town.
7. Museo Casa de Las Lagrimas o Casa Figueroa
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4.5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By travisleroy_8 - Austin, Texas
The "House of Tears", this is a recently re-opened home with a lot of history. I visited alone and got a private tour in English, for my 30 peso entry fee, a bargain. Watch for secret tunnels, hiding places, and ghosts. Just a block up the hill from the Plaza Borda.
8. Casa Humboldt
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4 based on 64 reviews
This restored house named for the explorer Alexander Von Humboldt, who stayed here only for a single night in 1803, holds a collection of artifacts on 18th-century Catholicism.
Reviewed By JeffLookinatFish - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
Casa Humboldt or the Museum of the Vice Regal Period, is a small mansion that apparently belonged to Borda's son. As one enters, they are provided a timeline of Humboldt's life. The great German natural scientist spent one night in this house in the process of touring America. Aside from the Humboldt memorabilia, we were showed a few relics of the Spanish colonization of Taxco. Our tour was enhanced by an ancient Senora who provided descriptions in Spanish. The artifacts were only mildly interesting but our guide, who was probably as old as they were, really brought them to life.
9. Museo Guillermo Spratling
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4 based on 53 reviews
Named for American silversmith William Spratling, who opened a silver shop in Taxco in the 1930s, this museum holds his collection of indigenous artifacts.
Reviewed By LuizadelaLoca - Mexico
Well laid out and interesting, gives one a hint of how silver and jewelry came together in Taxco. Interesting exhibits and artifacts that tell their own history and translates into what is being produced in present day. Places to sit and a good restroom are a bonus in this museum!
10. Silver Museum (Museo de la Plateria)
Overall Ratings
4 based on 56 reviews
This museum is a comprehensive look at the history of silver in Mexico, particularly in this famous old mining town.
Reviewed By Todd G - Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
We were just walking by... when a very nice gentleman invited us to come in and explore the museum, and we're happy that we did. It was quite interesting, and provided us with a perspective into silver mining that gave us a better appreciation of the importance that silver has had upon the town of Taxco. My girlfriend grew up in Taxco and used to make silver, so it was even more interesting for her, and visiting the museum triggered many wonderful memories for her and gave us a lot to talk about. Definitely worth a visit!
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