Your Hidalgo Tour Guide to Fun Places to Visit in Hidalgo Elements Corridor

TULANCINGO

La Catedral de Tulancingo (The Tulancingo Cathedral)

This cathedral was built by the Franciscans in 1528. It is made of stone in the elegant neo-classical style.

Templo de Nuestra Señora de la Merced (Temple of Our Lady of Merced)

Although it’s been through many changes, construction of this temple began in 1892. Today, it is known for its neo-classical style.

Capilla de la Expiración (Chapel of the Expiration)

Built in 1526, the year the Franciscans arrived in Tulancingo, this chapel is thought to be one of the oldest in the region.

Jardín del Arte y Parque la Floresta (The Art Garden and Forest Park)

Within the park you will find the Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz Public Library and the “Ricardo Garibay” Cultural Center.

Zoo

The zoo holds 180 species and a total of 330 animals, including a hippopotamus, the zoo’s mascot.

ACAXOCHITLÁN

Capilla de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe (Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel)

This was the first church in Acaxochitlan. It was built in 1909 on the top of a small hill that resembles a pyramid.

Capilla de Los Tres Reyes (Chapel of the Three Kings)

This chapel houses some popular works of art and a baptismal font in two pieces.

Parroquia de Santa María de la Asunción (Santa Maria de la Asuncion Parish)

This building was constructed in the 16th century and its name was changed in 1996.

Cascadas de Chimila y San Francisco (Chimila and San Francisco Waterfalls)

These beautiful waterfalls are located in the Acaxochitlan municipality.

Santa Catarina

This is a natural attraction, where you can enjoy the river, a beautiful waterfall and delicious trout.

Presa el Tejocotal, Santa María Tzacuala y Omiltemetl (The Tejocotal, Santa Maria Txacuala and Omiltemetl Reservoirs)

Around the reservoirs you can find places to eat, and places to buy arts and crafts. This is a great place to spend a day in nature.

Las Vueltas

This is a forest of pine and conifers. It is a perfect place for cycling and hiking.

La Montaña Viviente (The Living Mountain)

This is a picturesque area located in the District of Tlatempa in Acaxochitlán. It is surrounded by a beautiful forest and offers activities such as, ecology, bird watching, and observation of wildlife and flowers.

El Cerro de las Cruces (The Hill of Crosses)

This is a wooded area located east of town. The hills are covered with pines and conifers. There is a chapel where mass is celebrated on the third day in May.

Cascada El Salto de Las Golondrinas

Located three km. from the capital of the municipality, is a great waterfall with an awe inspiring view. It is located in the Ejido de San Pedrito. It reaches a height of 150 meters. Around this great landscape you can walk, hike and camp.

Presa Chichicaxtle y Laguna (Chichicaxtle Lake and Reservoir)

Two bodies of water form a magnificent landscape with the help of wooded mountains. This area will inspire with its tranquility and peace. This is a perfect location to take the family. Both the reservoir and lake are suitable for sport fishing, mainly trout. Boat trips are available and are safe for younger participants.

Finca La Torre

Located in the higher regions, 2 kilometers from the capital of the municipality, Finca La Torre has become one of the great tourist attractions in the area. It offers services like trails, a greenhouse, a lake, stables, a pond, a library, and a small zoo with a variety of animals like zebras, ostriches, quail and llamas. It also has some small caverns with ancient paintings on the walls as well as kaolin mines which are a great boon to the local economy.

Pinturas Rupestres (Cave Paintings)

Within the Ejido Calabazas, on the way to Rosa de Castilla, and only a few kilometers from the capital, is a group of cave paintings within a small cave. The cave is approximately 5 meters high.

ACATLÁN

Hacienda El Lucero (The Lucero Hacienda)

This is an interesting place to visit. It has a restaurant that specializes in exotic food, such as, crocodile meat, deer, duck, ostrich, and buffalo, among other items.

Laguna de Zupitlán

This lake is located three kilometers from the capital. It is great for fishing (especially carp and tilapia). It has a secure wharf that is perfect for rowing. Boat rides are also available.

METEPEC

Parroquia del Señor de Metepec (Senor de Metepec Parish)

This is a gorgeous 16th century construction that is worth a visit to see the altarpieces and its colonial style touches. The style of the front is mainly neo-classical from the Porfiriato era.

Hacienda de Apulco (The Apulco Hacienda)

This hacienda belonged to Sr. Diego Rodriguez, Capitan of Hernan Cortes who participated in the conquest of Tenochtitlán.

Presa de Metepec (Metepec Reservoir)

The reservoir is only about three square kilometers. It is actually a small reservoir formed by the artificial currents of the Meztitlan and Tulancingo rivers. It is an excellent place to fish.

SAN BARTOLO TUTOTEPEC

Parroquia de los Santos Reyes (The Santos Reyes Parish)

This Parish is in Ranchería de Tutotepec and is located in the center of town. It was built by the Augustine missionaries and was completed in 1620.The portico was constructed from cut stone. It also has a bell tower with three bells that were constructed from brick and concrete.

Parroquia de San Bartolo (The San Bartolo Parish)

This parish was built using the walls of an old chapel. Today, it displays a Latin cross and marble tiles on the floor. The facade and the bell tower are of a contemporary design.

Grutas de San Bartolo (San Bartolo Caverns)

Approximately three kilometers northwest of San Bartolo, in the northern mountain range near the Tenango River, we find extraordinary formations. The entrance is located at the bottom of a gorge. Although they are small, they are definitely worth visiting. It’s a great place to enjoy the beautiful mountains and participate in adventure sports.