Tequisquiapan: what to do, what to see and how to experience the best Magical Town in Querétaro
Come and experience it
There are destinations that you travel through… and others that you feel from the moment you arrive.
Tequisquiapan is one of them: colonial streets, wine, artisanal cheese, and a tranquility that is hard to find.
If you're looking for a real getaway, one that truly allows you to disconnect, this Magical Town is for you.
Here's what you need to do to make sure you don't miss anything.
Tequisquiapan is one Queretaro’s Magical Towns
It combines colonial architecture, gastronomy, traditional crafts and the famous Cheese and Wine Route in a tranquil environment that invites you to disconnect.
It’s a favourite destination for those seeking a getaway. Best of all, Hotel Casa de Vino sits just a three-minute stroll from the historic center
Must-sees:
Historic Center and Miguel Hidalgo Square
The square is a natural meeting point, surrounded by arcades, shops, cafes, and terraced restaurants.
Surroundings of Miguel Hidalgo Square
Surrounding it you'll find the Parish of Santa María de la Asunción, the Geographic Center Monument, craft markets, and shops selling regional products. And no matter what time of year you visit, the center always has something special to offer, with its beautiful decorations.
Tequisquiapan celebrates each season with its own unique identity.
Handicrafts
Tequisquiapan is a basketry paradise. It boasts three artisan markets, a House of the Artisan, and 14 workshops where you can watch artisans transform raw materials into baskets, furniture, sculptures, and unique, entirely handmade pieces.
If there is one experience that defines Tequisquiapan, it is this.
Visit vineyards and cheese factories where you can taste local products and learn about their production process.
Must-sees:
Tierra Alonso
A vineyard that makes you feel like you're in Tuscany.
Its three hectares are home to five varieties (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Tempranillo, Garnacha, and Verdejo) cultivated on trellises using a method that prioritizes character over quantity. You can tour the vineyards, learn about the process behind their white, rosé, and red wines, and finish with a tasting and a meal on-site.
A must-see on the Cheese and Wine Route.
Finca VAI
It is one of the most comprehensive experiences in the region.
You can get up close to the animals that produce the milk, see how the cheeses are made in their old artisan factory, observe their maturation in the cellar and finish with a guided tasting on their terrace.
A visit to learn and connect with the origin of what you eat.
Finca Sala Vivé Freixenet
The largest sparkling wine winery in Mexico, with a history dating back to 1979.
Its most iconic tour takes you 25 meters underground, through its subterranean cellar. A guided tour that ends with a tasting of its sparkling wine is one of the must-see stops on the entire route.
Aztec Vineyards
They combine history with a vision for the future. Their six varieties, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec, Syrah and Tempranillo, grow in the municipality of Ezequiel Montes surrounded by gardens, lakes and the architecture of an authentic Mexican hacienda.
Cava Bocanegra
Specialists in creating high-quality aged cheeses and giving them the space they deserve to develop their flavor. The result is an underground cellar; their guided tours take you through the aging process and end with a tasting.
Do you want to experience these things without worrying about driving?
At Hotel Casa de Vino we have packages that include transportation and a guide. Ask us about them.
Opal Mines
Just 12 km south of Tequisquiapan lie the La Trinidad Opal Mines, one of the region's most visited natural wonders. Its imposing rock formations in shades of orange and brown create a unique landscape. An experience that combines adventure, history, and geology in one place.
TEQUISQUIAPAN HAS MUCH TO DISCOVER
Are you looking forward to coming?
Hotel Casa de Vino is your best starting point. Come, discover Tequisquiapan and fall in love all over again.
