Location: Jalpan de Serra
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What to do and see in Jalpan de Serra, Mexico: The Best Places and Tips
Jalpan de Serra (Spanish (help·info)) is a town in Jalpan de Serra Municipality located in the north of the state of Querétaro, Mexico. It is located in the heart of an important ecological zone called the Sierra Gorda. It is also the site two of five Franciscan missions, including the first one, to have been built in the mid-18th century, and declared a World Heritage Site in 2003. The municipality is also home to a small but important indigenous group called the Pame. However, the municipality has been losing population since the mid-20th century even though recent events such as the town being named a Pueblo Mágico have worked to create a tourism industry.
Restaurants in Jalpan de Serra
1. Puente de Dios
Overall Ratings
5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By Charlene H - Queretaro City, Mexico
You will feel as if you have stepped into the garden of Eden. The trail to the waterfall is just as beautiful as waterfall itself. The water is crystalline and the birds chirp. You can swim, camp and have a cookout near the shore. Those who swim can dive in the its deepest portion and those cannot swim and stay closer to the shore. You will not be disappointed and you will never forget it.
2. Rio Escanela
Overall Ratings
5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Elgueroloco1955 - Houston, Texas
I've been to this land of paradise on two occasions. Most recently last September. If you enjoy walking through serene Forests along a crystal clear river flowing enticingly through boulders and gentle rapids, this is the place for you. Everyone you meet along the path is just as happy to experience this place as you are and there is a comaraderie of appreciation for this piece of heaven
3. Cascada El Chuveje
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By Ludo-Owen - Canton of Geneva, Switzerland
Went there during a work trip and we had a great experience. The host was super friendly and stayed with us for some drinks after the visit. The walk to the Cascade is really nice (count 15-20min on way) and the water is transparent.
4. Zona Arqueologica de Tancama
Overall Ratings
4 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By kareny13 - Tempe, Arizona
Little tricky to find, small sign from main road and through gravel road for a bit
Open everyday except Monday. And free.
Quite large and with great description signs, bilingual was well. Groundskeeper Pablo...wonderfuk help and can answer any wuestions you might have, definitely with the stop here
5. Aventurate - Private Tour
Overall Ratings
5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By Gabriela B
This tour company provides an excellent service. They are people with a lot of experience and knowledge about Sierra Gorda. I highly recommend them. Thanks a lot to Osiris; Collin and Erick we learned a lot from them. We want to come back soon.Muchas Gracias a usted por su visita a la Sierra Gorda y contratar nuuestro servicio los esperamos pronto
6. Sierra Gorda Eco Tours
Overall Ratings
5 based on 8 reviews
Private and groupal Eco Tours to discover one of the most ecodiverse protected areas in Mexico. We also work to ensure that our tours have a minimal impact on the environment, and partner with local communities to ensure they use locally-sourced and sustainable materials wherever possible. Through the Alliance, we are also supporting environmental education and conservation programs to minimize human impact on the Reserve. Traveling woth Sierra Gorda Eco Tours you’ll be helping to safeguard this natural sanctuary while enjoying the best the Sierra Gorda has to offer. All the tours begin at Sierra Gorda and you need to book in advance.
Reviewed By hagalindo - Queretaro City, Mexico
We stayed at the Centro Tierra cabins at Jalpan. But there are many other options from to stay from this same group. The place is great, built with eco friendly materials and very well maintained. Staff is very helpful.We appreciate your comments and you are welcome to the eco cabins route any time.
7. Mision Santiago Apostol
Overall Ratings
4 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By myraevans1942 - Toronto, Ontario
This beautifully decorated Mission was right in the town of Jalpan and one of the most attractive of the three Missions I saw on this trip.Built between 1751 and 1758, this Mission was the first of five missionary temples in the Sierra Gorda and was dedicated to Apostle St.James. Faced is painted in a strong saffron color and it is adorned with flowers.
8. Museo Historico de la Sierra Gorda
Overall Ratings
4 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By myraevans1942 - Toronto, Ontario
Four of us visited this small archeological museum during our stay in Jalpan. It was on the attractive town square close to our hotel. We were viewing some of the photos of the many Missions in the area and in the town itself when the lights went out. They didn't come back on so we gave up seeing the remaining room. When we asked what had happened, the person at the ticket counter said the men were working - end of explanation, no pesos returned. We considered our payment a donation since we saw very little before darkness fell.
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