Barrio Antiguo
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Barrio Antiguo is located in Monterrey’s old town and is considered the origin of the city center. It is the historic jewel of “the city of mountains” and was the center of Monterrey’s nightlife before insecurity started taking over the city. It is also the most representative area of the city and was the heartbeat of cosmopolitan lifestyle.
The Macroplaza
The Macroplaza is the world’s fourth largest plaza and has several landmarks, including: Neptune’s fountain, the cathedral and “El Faro del Comercio.” This plaza is a place where locals gather to promenade on weekends. You can find anything from vendors selling Mexican candies and ice cream to couples taking wedding pictures.
Paseo de Santa Lucia
It is a relatively new (it was finished in 2007) river walk in the city offering 1.5 miles of artificial river connecting the Macroplaza and Parque Fundidora. It has crystal clear water and you can ride a river boat, or walk beside it all while having great views of the city. You can read my post about Luminacia at Paseo Santa Lucia last December.
Parque Fundidora.
You can spend a full day at Fundidora Park and still have a lot to see, it offers different recreational activities and so much more (you can view an interactive map of the park on their official page).
The most famous attractions within fundidora are:The Pepsi Ferris wheel
Horno3 –The Blast Furnace No. 3 was declared a National Monument, it was restored and now houses an Interactive Science Center and Steel Museum.Casa de los loros –It is the fourth park specializing in Parrots in the world; where you can find around 80 parrot species, making it the only adventure theme park in Monterrey where you can interact with parrots and other species that live in our planet.Parque Plaza Sesamo –it is one of the four Sesame Street parks in the world.
El Obispado
It’s a must-see in the city without being a tourist trap, even though I can’t really vouch for it in person since I have actually never been here, but all my friend’s pictures up here look gorgeous! It is a popular place to take photos on special occasions.
Cola de Caballo
Chipinque
Chipinque is one of the most important natural passageways of the region because of its proximity to the city of Monterrey, a total of … km it is quite a hike, but the view at the top will definitely be worth it!
La Huasteca
it is a 15 minute drive from the city center and offers a climbing area, you can find many weekend climbers here. It is a good place to go with friends or family for a day in the mountains.
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Have you been to Mexico?
I’ve only been to Mexicali, Tijuana, and Ensenada, so I feel like I haven’t really “experienced” Mexico yet… It’s nice to be introduced to other parts of it. Sounds like you have it all in or nearby Monterrey! Thanks for sharing these spots with us… the Sesame Street park sounds especially cool 🙂
Out of those I’ve only visited Tijuana, and only as a stop over on our way to San Diego… it does have everything, except maybe a beach, but you can go to a nearby lake. & The park is nice …for the little ones.
I love Diana’s blog 🙂 I’m Mexican and I have yet gone to see these places, but I’ve been to Monterrey and it is a great city!
Thanks Isabel, it is! I hope I get to visit Hermosillo sometime, so I can say the same thing about yours!
Thanks for letting me participate in your series, Amy!
Thanks for joining in with such a unique place, Diana! I loved reading about Mexico from your point of view 🙂 xo