Travel tips
How to get there, when to go and what to know before you leave.
Getting there
In southeastern Querétaro, about 180 km from Mexico City.
From Mexico City
- About 180 km, 2 to 3 hours depending on traffic.
- Take the Mexico–Querétaro highway (57D) to San Juan del Río, then federal highway 120 toward Tequisquiapan.
- There are toll booths on the way; bring cash or a toll tag.
From Querétaro
- About 60 km, roughly 50 minutes.
- Take state highway 200 Querétaro–Tequisquiapan, the same road as the wineries.
By bus
- From Mexico City: ETN Turistar runs direct from the Central del Norte bus station.
- From Querétaro: Flecha Amarilla and Flecha Azul leave from the bus terminal (TAQ).
- The Tequis bus terminal is next to the Parador Artesanal.
When to go
The climate is mild and semi-dry, averaging about 17 °C (63 °F) a year. Most rain falls from June to September; December and January are the coldest and driest months, so bring a jacket for the evenings.
Weekdays are quiet. Weekends, long weekends and these seasons fill up, so book your stay early:
- March and April
- Fighting Bull Fair, Artisan Festival and Holy Week, with the Stations of the Cross and the burning of Judas.
- May and June
- International Art, Cheese and Wine Festival in Parque La Pila, on weekends.
- August 15
- Patron saint feast of Santa María de la Asunción, with dances and fireworks.
- Late October
- Tejedores de Luz: Day of the Dead with wicker figures.
- December and January
- Fiesta en el Aire with hot-air balloons, posadas and the Christmas village. Hotels fill up completely.
Useful info
- The center is best on foot: cobblestone streets and alleys like the Callejón del Piojo. Wear comfortable shoes.
- Strong sun and dry air: sunscreen, a hat and water.
- The Parador Artesanal, the largest crafts market, opens only on weekends and holidays.
- Hours may change in high season. Each listing says whether we’ve confirmed the hours with the business; if not, call before you go.
- The water level of the Presa Centenario reservoir varies a lot from year to year: some seasons it is almost empty.