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Cerro de la Bufa
Cerro de la Bufa
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Ranked #1 of 21 Attractions in Zacatecas
4.5 of 5 stars 40 reviews
The beautiful mountain overlooking Zacatecas, complete with a cable car for tourists.
Attraction type  Mountains; Lookouts
Distance  4.8 miles from city centre
Rafael Coronel Museum (Museo Rafael Coronel)
Rafael Coronel Museum (Museo Rafael Coronel)
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Ranked #2 of 21 Attractions in Zacatecas
5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Located in an old monastery, this museum has a unique collection of indigenous artwork.
Attraction type  Art Museums; Museums; Historic Sites
Distance  72.3 miles from city centre
Church of Santo Domingo (Iglesia de Santo Domingo)
Ranked #3 of 21 Attractions in Zacatecas
5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
This large church, which hovers over the Plaza de Santo Domingo, is known for its dark, melancholy appearance.
Attraction type  Museums; Religious Sites
Pedro Coronel Museum (Museo de Pedro Coronel)
Ranked #4 of 21 Attractions in Zacatecas
5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Owner description: This museum holds Coronel's diverse collection of art, which he denoted shortly before his death, and also is home to a... more » Owner description: This museum holds Coronel's diverse collection of art, which he denoted shortly before his death, and also is home to a 25,000-volume Mexican history library. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
Cathedral
Cathedral
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Ranked #5 of 21 Attractions in Zacatecas
4.5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Formally known as Nuestra Senora de Asuncion, this 18th-century church is a leading example of Churrigueresque architecture.
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
Teleferico
Teleferico
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Ranked #6 of 21 Attractions in Zacatecas
4.5 of 5 stars 26 reviews
A 10-minute cable car ride between two small mountain peaks in the city's historic section.
Attraction type  Trams
Distance  0.5 miles from city centre
Museo de Guadalupe
Museo de Guadalupe
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Ranked #7 of 21 Attractions in Zacatecas
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Owner description: Formerly known as the Museum of Viceregal Art, this early 18th-century convent located in Guadalupe, a small suburb of... more » Owner description: Formerly known as the Museum of Viceregal Art, this early 18th-century convent located in Guadalupe, a small suburb of Zacatecas, is now a museum with an impressive collection of religious art. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums; Religious Sites; Museums
Mina El Eden
Mina El Eden
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Ranked #8 of 21 Attractions in Zacatecas
4.5 of 5 stars 41 reviews
Owner description: This closed mine, extremely prosperous in colonial times, offers tours of the old mining facilities and an underground... more » Owner description: This closed mine, extremely prosperous in colonial times, offers tours of the old mining facilities and an underground nightclub. « less
Attraction type  Mines
Distance  0.4 miles from city centre
Museo de Francisco Goitia
Museo de Francisco Goitia
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Ranked #9 of 21 Attractions in Zacatecas
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Owner description: Once the governor's mansion, this large structure now serves as a museum with exhibits on the art and history of the region,... more » Owner description: Once the governor's mansion, this large structure now serves as a museum with exhibits on the art and history of the region, specifically the work of Goitia, a famous local painter from the early 1900s. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums; Museums
Distance  0.5 miles from city centre
La Quemada
La Quemada
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Ranked #10 of 21 Attractions in Zacatecas
4.5 of 5 stars 13 reviews

La Quemada (500-900 A.D.) is a huge fortress and ceremonial center, located 35 miles south of the city of Zacatecas, on highway No. 54.  Its ruins include grand halls, ball... more »

Attraction type  Ancient Ruins
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
Plaza de Santo Domingo
Ranked #11 of 21 Attractions in Zacatecas
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
This town square is a popular place to mingle in the downtown area.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
Plaza de Armas
Ranked #12 of 21 Attractions in Zacatecas
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
The government building for the state of Zacatecas is located on the south side of this plaza, the town's main square.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
Museo Zacatecano
Museo Zacatecano
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Ranked #13 of 21 Attractions in Zacatecas
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
The exhibits at this museum focus on indigenous art, with a specific emphasis on the work of the Huichol Indians.
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
Francisco Goitia Museum
Ranked #14 of 21 Attractions in Zacatecas
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  18.6 miles from city centre
Fernando Calderon Theater
Fernando Calderon Theater
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Ranked #15 of 21 Attractions in Zacatecas
4 of 5 stars 5 reviews
This late 19th-century theater takes its name from a prominent Mexican poet.
Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
Government Palace
Government Palace
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Ranked #16 of 21 Attractions in Zacatecas
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
The seat of the regional government is located in an 18th-century building that once housed a Spanish count.
Attraction type  Government Buildings
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
Regional Museo de la Historia
Ranked #17 of 21 Attractions in Zacatecas
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Once a palace, this museum is now a gallery for Zacatecan artists.
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
Bad Night Palace (Palacio de la Mala Noche)
The preserved house of a Spanish miner who struck it rich from the nearby mine.
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
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Hotel Frances
This old hotel is now a center for tourist information.
Attraction type  Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
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Zacatecan Museum
This museum features a large collection of indigenous art, with a focus on the Huichol Indians.
Attraction type  Art Museums
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Muno, el no museo de arte contemporaneo
Contemporary art and design gallery featuring young mexican artists.
Distance  0.7 miles from city centre
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