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Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Taxco, Guerrero
A tradition dating back to the city's origins as a colonial mining capital, silver is the focal point of Taxco shopping, and indeed the most popular tourist pursuit. All around the picturesque town you'll find sellers of silver finery, from open air markets to metal workshops to high end boutiques.
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1. Templo de Chavarrieta en Taxco
2. Santa Prisca de Taxco
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,114 reviews
This 18th-century church, built with funds provided by silver tycoon José de la Borda, is the centerpiece of the town's main square.
Reviewed By 82jhj - Los Angeles, United States
I'm always amaze on the level of intricacy the churches in Latino America. We couldnt walk a round the inside of the church, we just made it to the entrance. Go and visit beautiful architecture. The only thing that might be annoying is the supposed tourist guides that are pushy but some of the free info they're willing to share as u walk towards the entrance of the church. The one thing i wish would be access to the bell tower as a guided tour that would really cool
3. Plaza Borda
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4.5 based on 150 reviews
The zócalo of this old mining town is named for silver tycoon José de la Borda.
Reviewed By SBE73
Enjoy all the sounds, smells and tastes of Taxco in a single place: Plaza Borda! Just relax and let time fly by while you enjoy!
4. Zocalo
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4.5 based on 612 reviews
Reviewed By DonnaK293 - Toronto, Canada
Visited Taxco from Mexico City with Mexcity Tours. We had an hour and half to explore on our own the area of the Zocalo. What a lovely place to enjoy. The Zocalo is surrounded by many shops, Santa Prisca Church and the very interesting winding narrow roads going up to the hills filled with vendors selling their wares, food and souvenirs. It is even fun to watch all the vehicules trying to manoevre down those narrow winding roads leading to main circle around the Zocalo. In the Zocalo there is alot of things going on. Now the Zocalo is not very big-no where near the size of Mexico City or Acapulco. But it is very pretty and quaint. A lot of people just sitting around on the benches, with some vendors walking around selling souvenirs or selling snacks like churros. There was even going on while we were there a few shows in the square-a folkloric dance group and a fashion show of some comic book characters
5. Mina Prehispanica de Taxco
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4.5 based on 136 reviews
We offer a tour that will put you in direct contact with our history. You can observe the presence of silver and gold in its natural state as our ancestors left as mining originated in our culture. And if you like the adrenaline come and enjoy extreme sports in 100% natural scenarios from the bowels of the earth.
Reviewed By JimandMarya310 - La Independencia, Mexico
We recommend the tour and if your Spanish is not the best then ask for Alphonso aka "Pancho". He had the english required to explain the history, geology and mineralogy more than adequately. He also made the tour fun and there were some surprise guests!
6. Casa de la Cultura de Taxco (Casa Borda)
7. Ex Hacienda de El Chorrillo
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4.0 based on 10 reviews
The former estate of "El Chorrillo" is a beautiful sixteenth-century historic site located in the northern part of the city of Taxco de Alarcon. The building, which was owned by the Spanish conquistador Hernan Cortez, is considered one of the first profit mining estates in America. The process of separation of silver by using large amounts of water as a driving power lasted for over 400 years.
8. Teleferico de Montetaxco
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4.0 based on 449 reviews
Reviewed By dat1975 - Houston, United States
Amazing views. We opted for the round trip Adults $95 pesos Kids $65 Drops you at a taxi zone, taxi from here to the main church (Zocolo ) $30 pesos. Message me with questions would be glad to offer insight.
9. Cristo Monumental Taxco
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4.0 based on 176 reviews
Reviewed By VeganMadeEasy - Glen Ellyn, United States
If you are up for a little hike, take the narrow alleys and stairs up the mountain. The last part is a little tricky if you don’t go up the regular road as it leads through the woods up the hill. It’s fairly steep and just a small trail. Otherwise just keep following the road up the hill. Be sure to ask for directions as you go up the hill. The easier way to get up is to grab a taxi. Once you’ve arrived you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views! Absolutely worth it!
