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Plan tours, access to the most recondite places, as well as those chosen by all. Do not miss the opportunity to learn about the culture and life of Cuernavaca, Mexico.

Here below, we show you the different activities and attractions to know this pleasant Cuernavaca, Mexico .

Attractions
Cuernavaca has a long list of places and activities. The city will allow you to be in touch with nature, history, culture and even to find the perfect spot to relax. Walking around Cuernavaca's Historic Center, and visiting its museums and ancient buildings, is like making a trip back to old colonial Mexico, and it also becomes apparent how the old structures blend seamlessly with the constant growth of a modern city.
Besides the old sugar cane haciendas, ancient palaces that belonged to Spanish conquerors, new and old museums, churches and several archaeological zones, Cuernavaca is well known for its aquatic resorts, lakes and parks where you will definitely have a wonderful day whiling away the hours and enjoying the fresh spring air.
Muros Cultural Center: The "Muros Cultural Center" represents an obligatory stop when visiting the city of Cuernavaca. It features one the most important contemporary modern art collections in the country. You'll be able to admire works of art from renowned painters like Diego Rivera, Frida Kahlo, David Alfaro Siqueiros, Jose Clemente Orozco, Francisco Toledo and Miguel Covarrubias, among many other great local, national and international artists. Besides the permanent art exhibitions, Muros offers a diverse range of public activities, like concerts, famous quartets, performances by famous pianists and also contemporary theatre plays.
Cuernavaca's Catedral: The Spaniards took over Cuernavaca in 1521 and started the construction of the cathedral in 1529. This fortress-like building is spacious, surrounded by stunning chapels and features several restored murals influenced by Oriental cultures, some think these murals were painted by artists brought from China or the Philippines. An interesting aspect of this cathedral is that it was finished in 1552, meaning that it took about 20 years to construct! It is located in a place where earthquakes are quite common; however the construction is still standing strong.
Xochicalco: Situated only 38 kilometers South East of Cuernavaca, Xochicalcois considered one of the most beautiful and important archaeological sites in Mexico. It's renowned as a mystical place full of energy, as well as an incalculable archaeological gem. Once inside, don't forget to visit the onsite museum and the Ceremonial Plaza, where you will be able to admire the pyramid of Quetzalcoatl "the feathered snake", famous for being the location, some say, where a few wise men talked about the design of the famous and important Mesoamerican calendar. Xochicalco, a fortress like construction, was a religious-administrative center where important decisions were taken, and nowadays it is regarded by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage site.
Cortez Palace (Cuaunahuac Regional Museum): The Cortez Palace is a beautiful construction from the 15th century, built on top of an Aztec pyramid, which was destroyed prior to the construction of the new building. The palace served as the residence for the conqueror Hernan Cortez before his return to Spain in 1540. Presently, the interior of the castle is home to the Cuaunahuac Museum and it shelters a very important collection of pre-Hispanic and colonial artifacts, as well as some very important and well known murals painted by Diego Rivera in the 1930's. On them, one can follow a description about the history of Mexico since the time of the conquest up until the days of the Revolution. It is located in the center of Cuernavaca, next to the main square.
Las Estacas Aquatic Park: The World Association of Aquatic Parks considers that the preservation and conservation techniques implemented here, have made this place a one-of-a-kind Natural park. Its name comes from the "estacas" (posts) that were placed by the edge of the rivers to control the raising level of the water. The park has been declared a natural reserve in the state of Morelos, and it's located in the municipality of Tlaltizapan, only a few minutes from Cuernavaca. The park offers excellent services for visitors, such as swimming areas, either in rapids of at least 1 km long, or rivers with crystal clear waters, camping grounds, a trailer park, cabin rentals, restaurants, bars and a whole lot more. It is important to emphasize that Las Estacas has designed an ecological program to protect its flora and fauna, as well as a water treatment program and forest restoration.
Borda Garden: A wonderful place, offering astonishing natural beauty, plus it's also a great location for strolling. Situated near the center of Cuernavaca, the garden was developed by and belonged to a silver magnate of the region Jose de Borda, around the 17th century. This beautiful place offers to the public an incalculable number of flowers and plants, as well as swimming pools and fountains. The cultural activities held here include photography workshops and literary events, conferences, dances, music, and cinematography exhibitions for children and adults, among many others. Inside these beautiful gardens there is also a small museum that presents arts and history exhibitions.
Cascada de Antón: The Anton falls rise well above the 45 meters and have been admired by national and international visitors since the end of the 19th century. In 1933 a stair case and hand rail were built, allowing visitors to admire the splendor and natural beauty of it. The interior includes beautiful flowers while the exterior displays beautiful ceramic crafts.
"Agua Hedionda" Bathing Resort: This place is considered one of the best resorts to spend the day swimming and enjoying the sunshine, due to the healing characteristics of its water. It is located on Felipe Neri's Street in Cuautla.
Zoofari: offers a unique concept in zoos, where thousands of animals from 150 different species share the same space in this huge, wide open zoo. Visitors are able to observe the excellent living conditions of the animals, including species from Mexico and many other parts as well. All of this is done of course, under the most supervised and strictest conditions. The weather in Morelos allows the excellent growth and development of the flora and fauna of the zoo and all of this is supervised by a team of professionals, specializing in the development of this marvelous zoo.
Juitepec:Several elements belonging to the Tlahuica civilization have been found in this ancient town, including artifacts like machetes, stamps and arrows, all clear examples that this land witnessed multiple and important historical periods before the arrival of the Spaniards. Among the most important attractions, we find the ex-Franciscan convent from the 16th century, a structure and region influenced by the first colonial years. Juitepec borders Yucatepec to the East, with Emiliano Zapata to the South and Cuernavaca to the North.
Tepoztlan: Considered a mystical town full of energy, Tepoztlan is surrounded by mountains, and has been famous since pre-Hispanic times. This place is ideal for those who love hills and pyramids steeped in legend, as well as those who love to be in contact with the traditions and millenarian history of our country. Tepoztlan is on top of the Tepozteco hill, and it's considered the second most important area in the country for natural "energy", after the pyramids of Teotihuacan.
Archeological Zone of Teopanzolco: This beautiful archeological site, made up of a central pyramid and another 14 monuments of a smaller size, is famous for indicating, in a very interesting way, the beginning of the event known as the "Equinox" every March 21st. This site was considered of the utmost importance during the Cuauhnahuac dominion. The area is very similar to the contemporary center where the temple of Tenochtitlan sits, and also the Tlatelolco and Tena zones. The traces of what seems to be one of the most important adoratory centers of pre-Hispanic times can be found in the interior of one of the residencies in the city of Cuernavaca.
Ecological lake of Tequesquitengo: The lake of Tequesquitengo is located in the south of the city, between the municipalities of the Puente de Ixtla and Jojutla, 48 kilometers away from Cuernavaca. The beginnings of this attraction date back to1650, when a small village was established in the crater of an extinct volcano. Due to reasons not yet clarified, the village flooded little by little until a new lake was formed, eventually covering it completely. Nowadays, the lake is a very popular place to water ski, however the real treasure is being able to dive and explore the ruins of the flooded village. At times when the water levels lower, it's possible to observe the tallest part of the church spire.

Shopping
The state of Cuernavaca has been the center of many intense historical and cultural events. The citizens have felt the urge to express the experiences and feelings, accumulated over the years, in one way or another. Because of this, Cuernavaca is not only famous because of its excellent weather, green areas or antique and historical buildings, but also thanks to the marvelous unique handicrafts and other hand made products, all of them created by extremely talented local artisans.
If you are looking to buy beautiful handicrafts, plus great variety of clothing, shoes, jewelry and other Mexican products, you will quickly learn that the local markets, like the ones established on Hidalgo Avenue and Blvd. Juarez in Cuernavaca's downtown, are excellent places to find them. The most commonly used materials for the creation of these artifacts are ceramics, silver, wood and leather all of a high quality.
Speaking of leather, the products of excellence in Cuernavaca are the unique leather sandals, made only her. The quality is so good that some of the designs have been commercially sold internationally. Among the typical products offered by this city (and with great demand as well), you will find oil paintings on canvas done by skilled artists, blown glass, wooden furniture and sculptures, and even handicrafts made out of palm.
Cuernavaca also features a few shopping malls, where you'll find from the very simple souvenir, to a true work of art. The two most popular shopping malls are Galerias Cuernavaca and Plaza Cuernavaca; however, don't forget that a great number of bazaars, handicraft markets and plazas are also located right in the Center of the city.
Galerias Cuernavaca: This shopping center follows the architectonic standards of the most technologically advanced malls in Mexico City and the world, offering services and facilities that will make you want to come back again and again. The huge parking area, multiple movie theatres, the service and endless number of beautiful products to choose from make Galerias Cuernavaca a superb place to go shopping.
Plaza Cuernavaca: Plaza Cuernavaca is the ideal place to find the latest fashions and accessories. Besides being able to get that perfect gift for any special occasion, you'll also find the most beautifully detailed and exclusive products to bring home or for the office and even that special sophisticated product that will satisfy your whims and desires. The success of Plaza Cuernavaca is strengthened, not only by the number of establishments, department stores or easy access and location, but also due to the excellent service offered throughout the center.
Handicraft Market: The charming atmosphere felt through the handicraft and flea markets next to the Cuauhnahuac museum (Cortez Palace), between Hidalgo Avenue and Blvd. is enhanced by the beautiful products made of ceramic, amate (expensive wood and papier-mache), silver and textiles
Shopping in Tepoztlan: During the weekends, a long alley in the town of Tepoztlan offers a very peculiar experience. The setting is a busy line of handicraft stalls where a great number of traditional artifacts and handicrafts from all over the country can be purchased. The typical crafts of Tepoztlan are little houses carved on "espina de pochote" (a type of wood), the most prominent tree in Tepoztlan. Currently, the skilled carvers also apply their ability and knowledge to the creation of fantastic pieces of ornate furniture.

Nightlife
Apart from the beautiful culture, restaurants and natural Spas the city's nightlife is also fantastic. Cuernavaca has many options available to choose from and since youth constitutes the majority of the city's population, the whole city is apparently partying all week long. During the weekend the city becomes even more vibrant, offering a great variety of options and the chance to meet people from all over the world.
Between the streets of Hidalgo and Galeana you will find la Plazuela Del Zacate, a long street where most of the bars in the city are located. The young, trendy party goers gather here to spend the night at one of the many nightclubs and discos. If the typical club is not your style then there's various other options available, like salsa and tropical music.
Kaova: Cutting edge technology in acoustics and amazing laser shows, in a trendy and avant-garde atmosphere! The architecture, details and good music played here will keep you dancing all night. Besides having the latest music, the night club also dedicates one day of the month to play songs from the 70's and 80's, pleasing both locals and tourists alike. Kaova is located on Morelos avenue, in the main square of the city.
Barbazul: Barbazul first opened in 1978, quickly building an excellent reputation as one of the most important and "hottest" night clubs in Mexico. By 2001, the management of the club decided that it was time to get a brand new image, sound and atmosphere as well. The main idea was to amaze all the loyal clients that kept coming for little over 10 years. Come by and experience why Barbazul remains one of the most important nightclubs in Cuernavaca and Mexico. Located in the San Jeronimo neighborhood.
Zumbale: A tropical ambience awaits you at Zumbale, by far the best place to dance salsa to live music in Cuernavaca. If you don't know how to dance salsa don't worry, you should be able to pick up a trick or two from the other couples, since they do it exceptionally well. An artificial waterfall built inside adds a special touch to the night.
Taizz: A cosmopolitan ambience for young people is offered at this traditional nightclub in Cuernavaca. Taizz creates an exclusive environment, where the latest hits are played all night long. Here you'll be able to dance to the sound of techno, pop, English and Spanish and a whole lot more. This club provides an atmosphere that mixes the new with the good old days.
Mambo Café: Mambo Cafe is considered one of the best places in Mexico for a night out playing Latin, tropical and pop music. Mambo Cafe offers simply the best salsa and merengue lessons on Wednesdays and Saturdays, but remember to get there on time or you might not be able to get in until the lessons are finished. Located at Vicente Guerrero's Avenue, come by and enjoy live music and the real "Sabor" of Cuernavaca!
El Alebrije: Thanks to the great success of the other branches around the country, El Alebrije Cuernavaca opened its doors to the public in 2000 with a capacity for up to 1250 people. This place offers a brand new concept in nightclubs in Cuernavaca. El Alebrije plays great variety of music including Latin rock, salsa, merengue, hip-hop and pop from North America. El Alebrije immediately proved to be a place that can hypnotize the spirit of all who visit and to enjoy until the early hours of the morning.
Harry's Grill: The party gets crazy on Tuesday nights at Harry's, miraculously turning the place into a dancers paradise with people dancing on the chairs, in the aisles and everywhere in between. This is a fun place to meet lots of people, especially from other countries. Casual and dressy styles are commonly seen here, since this is one of those places where you can gather with your friends and drink a few very cold beers while enjoying a football, baseball, basketball or hockey game. Harry's is located in Guttenberg Street in the Historic Center of Cuernavaca.

Plazuela del Zacate: At the Plazuela del Zacate, you will find several bars that place tables and speakers outside, and passionate bohemian singers remind us "I can't live if living is without you". The night is young, like most visitors here, and this is without a doubt one of the best places in Cuernavaca to celebrate the "Eternal Spring".