Things to do in Morelia, Michoacan: The Best Archaeology Tours

July 28, 2021 Hector Krause

Morelia (Spanish pronunciation: [moˈɾelja]; from 1545 to 1828 known as Valladolid) is a city and municipality in the north central part of the state of Michoacán in central Mexico. The city is in the Guayangareo Valley and is the capital and largest city of the state. The main pre-Hispanic cultures here were the Purépecha and the Matlatzinca, but no major cities were founded in the valley during this time. The Spanish took control of the area in the 1520s. The Spanish under Viceroy Antonio de Mendoza founded a settlement here in 1541 with the name of Valladolid, which became rival to the nearby city of Pátzcuaro for dominance in Michoacán. In 1580, this rivalry ended in Valladolid’s favor and it became the capital of the colonial province. After the Mexican War of Independence, the city was renamed Morelia in honor of José María Morelos, who hailed from the city. In 1991, the city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its well-preserved colonial buildings and layout of the historic center.
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1. Colonial Treasures: San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Zacatecas and Guadalajara

Mexitours Day Tours Mexico City
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Enjoy a wonderful 10-day, 9-night tour from Mexico City to visit some of the most important colonial cities in Mexico filled with culture and history. See San Miguel de Allende and its historical downtown. Stop at Guanajuato and learn about its subterranean avenues. Go to Zacatecas and head to La Bufa Hill, taste tequila in the town of Tequila when you visit Guadalajara and see the World Heritage Site of Morelia. This trip includes breakfast, a professional guide and transport.

Inclusions: Nine nights accommodation, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Round-trip shared transfer to and from Benito Juarez International Airport, Breakfast, Local English- and Spanish-speaking guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Reviewed By Ksksksksks

Festive weekend atmosphere, plenty of artisanal shops inside this monetary bazaar. Fresh tacos Made in the courtyard, beer, live music.

2. 09 Days: Great Viceregal Cities

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Enjoy a wonderful 09-day, 8-night tour from Mexico City to visit some of the most important viceregal cities in Mexico filled with culture and history. See first the World Heritage Site of Morelia. Go at Patzcuaro, which is famous for its colonial beauty and its unique traditions. Taste tequila in the town of Tequila when you visit Guadalajara, and with a little of luck you could meet the famous “Rancho Los 3 Potrillos”. Stop at Guanajuato and learn about its subterranean avenues. Moreover, see San Miguel de Allende and its historical downtown. This trip includes breakfast, a professional guide and transport.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Eight nights accommodation. Local bilingual English- and Spanish-speaking guide, Round-trip shared transfer from airport, City Tour, land Transportation Mex– Patz—Gdl-Gto—Sma -Mex.

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, gratuities

Reviewed By Ksksksksks

Festive weekend atmosphere, plenty of artisanal shops inside this monetary bazaar. Fresh tacos Made in the courtyard, beer, live music.

3. 9-Day Trip in Mexico: UNESCO Heritage Challenge

Mexico City, CDMX, Mexico Vibe Adventures (Mexico)

OVERVIEW Join our 9-day tour around Central Mexico to visit 12 objects inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List and fully immerse in Mexican culture, traditions & cuisine. Explore the natural & cultural gems during the day while hanging out & having fun in the evening! HIGHLIGHTS Get to know diverse Mexico City - the largest and one of the oldest cities in Latin America. Visit impressive colonial cities of Queretero, Puebla, Guanajuato and San Miguel de Allende. Get charmed by Janitzio - a picturesque island in the middle of Pátzcuaro Lake. Walkthrough a 16th-century Aqueduct of Padre Tembleque Hydraulic System. Visit breathtaking pyramids of Teotihuacan & Xochicalco. WHY GO WITH US Small groups of up to 13 travelers: closer communication, easier coordination, more adventures & fun! Off-the-beaten-track tours with maximum immersion in local nature, culture, and traditions. The easy-going atmosphere of our tours is perfect for informal travel & making new friends.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transportation: private vehicle, Accommodation: 7x nights in conveniently located, locally-owned hotels/B&Bs, 1x night in eco-cabins, Service of a Tour Leader , Walking tours: 12x (as per itinerary), Guided visits (enterance incl.): 5-6x (as per itinerary), Activities: 3x (as per itinerary)

Exclusions: Flights; airport pick-up & drop-off; travel insurance; personal expenses & tips

Reviewed By Claire S

I did the private tour to Grutas Tolontongo with my partner and I highly recommend it. We were picked up on time by our tour guide and the entire day felt so looked after. It was a fantastic experience and I highly recommend to anyone thinking of visiting Grutas Tolontongo,.

4. Cultural Morelia - Tram

Avenida Francisco I. Madero Poniente, Av Francisco I. Madero Pte, Michoacán, Mexico Mexitours Day Tours Mexico City

A tour of the city of Morelia, in its historic center aboard the tram, passing through the most emblematic streets of Morelia and its buildings, source of the Tarascas, impressive Aqueduct, its sanctuary of Guadalupe with a profuse baroque style. Appointment in Guayangareo Tram

Inclusions: Certified tourist guide, Round trip transportation, Travel insurance

Exclusions: Pick up at hotels, Food and drinks, Unspecified expenses

Reviewed By Ksksksksks

Festive weekend atmosphere, plenty of artisanal shops inside this monetary bazaar. Fresh tacos Made in the courtyard, beer, live music.

5. Viceregal Morelia - Walking city tour

Centro histórico de Morelia, 58000 Morelia, Mich., Mexico Mexitours Day Tours Mexico City

We will discover the colonial jewel that is the city of Morelia, founded in 1531 with its cathedral in baroque style, the government palace of Morelia with the impressive murals of Michoacan Alfredo Zalce, the Temple of Santa Rosa de Lima and its music conservatory. Then we will continue our walking tour of the city of Morelia through which the Jesuit convent was, now the Clavijero Cultural Center with its murals and large courtyards. We will then arrive at the Colegio de San Nicolás, the study center of Jose Maria Morelos and where Miguel Hidalgo taught. To finish we will visit the Natal House of Morelos, where we will learn more about our independence hero.

Inclusions: Certified tourist guide, Round trip transportation from your hotel, Travel insurance

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Unspecified expenses

Reviewed By Ksksksksks

Festive weekend atmosphere, plenty of artisanal shops inside this monetary bazaar. Fresh tacos Made in the courtyard, beer, live music.

6. Nocturnal Morelia - Legends

Avenida Francisco I. Madero Poniente, Av Francisco I. Madero Pte, Michoacán, Mexico Mexitours Day Tours Mexico City

You will know the legends that make our city of Morelia an encounter between history and our modernity; lighting of our buildings and their beautiful visual finishes. We will take you to the places where the history with legends such as The Hand in the Grate, Gold Coins; related by our characterized guides, Morelia is not the same during the day as at night. Appointment in Guayangareo Tram.

Inclusions: Certificate tourist guide, Round trip transportation, Travel insurance

Exclusions: Pick up at hotels, Food and drinks, Unspecified expenses

Reviewed By Ksksksksks

Festive weekend atmosphere, plenty of artisanal shops inside this monetary bazaar. Fresh tacos Made in the courtyard, beer, live music.

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