Santa Cruz Travel Guide

Querétaro

Popular places to visit

Pena de Bernal showing tranquil scenes and mountains

Pena de Bernal

Take photos of the vista from the quaint chapel built on the side of one of the tallest monoliths in the world.

Pena de Bernal
Tequisquiapan Opal Mine

Tequisquiapan Opal Mine

Learn about opal-mining history, dig for semi-precious stones and enjoy superb views of the Querétaro Valley at this working mine.

Tequisquiapan Opal Mine
Finca Sala Vivé by Freixenet México

Finca Sala Vivé by Freixenet México

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Finca Sala Vivé by Freixenet México during your travels to Ezequiel Montes.

Finca Sala Vivé by Freixenet México

Arches Viewpoint

You can learn about the history of Querétaro with a visit to Arches Viewpoint. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Arches Viewpoint

Templo y Convento de la Santa Cruz

Find out about the history of Querétaro with a stop at Templo y Convento de la Santa Cruz. Visit the churches and shops in this culturally rich area.

Templo y Convento de la Santa Cruz

Temple of Santa Cruz

You can learn about the history of Querétaro with a stop at Temple of Santa Cruz. Discover the entertainment venues and churches in this culturally rich area.

Temple of Santa Cruz

Things to do

Thematic Tour of the Center of Querétaro

Great tour in a vintage Ford-T electric car (replica)

Rp172.001
per adult
Great tour in a vintage Ford-T electric car (replica)
Querétaro: Ecological Electric Vehicle Tour

Querétaro: Ecological Electric Vehicle Tour

Rp232.201
per adult
Querétaro: Ecological Electric Vehicle Tour
Breakfast in Centro Like the Locals Do

Breakfast in Centro Like the Locals Do

Rp1.161.006
per adult
Breakfast in Centro Like the Locals Do
Private Tour to Querétaro and Peña de Bernal from Guanajuato

Private Tour to Querétaro and Peña de Bernal from Guanajuato

Rp4.962.224
per adult
Private Tour to Querétaro and Peña de Bernal from Guanajuato
Queretaro: colonial architecture and history

Queretaro: colonial architecture and history

Rp813.250
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Queretaro: colonial architecture and history
Querétaro: City Tour in a Classic Ford T Vehicle

Querétaro: City Tour in a Classic Ford T Vehicle

Rp232.201
per adult
Querétaro: City Tour in a Classic Ford T Vehicle
See all activities in Querétaro

Top hotels in Santa Cruz

HOTEL & SPA DOÑA URRACA QUERETARO
HOTEL & SPA DOÑA URRACA QUERETARO
3 out of 5
117 C. 5 de Mayo La Cruz, Querétaro, QUE
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Querétaro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Popular attractions Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro and Corregidora ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (49 reviews)
"Beautiful hacienda-type property. Clean. Hallways smell like spa. Authentic Mexican breakfast included. Friendly staff. Great drinks at the bar. Centrally located. Pool is cold and the hot tub at the pool is also cold."

Reviewed on 25 May 2025

Get rates
HOTEL & SPA DOÑA URRACA QUERETARO
Hotel & Spa La Mansión del Burro Azul
Hotel & Spa La Mansión del Burro Azul
3.5 out of 5
Ignacio Altamirano Sur #35, Centro Historico, Querétaro, QUE
The price is Rp1.000.531 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
Rp1.000.531
Rp1.195.635 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Querétaro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and room service. Popular attractions Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (429 reviews)
"The place is absolutely beautiful and original."

Reviewed on 24 May 2025

Hotel & Spa La Mansión del Burro Azul
Casa Realm
Casa Realm
3 out of 5
112 C. 5 de Mayo La Cruz, Querétaro, QUE
The price is Rp1.079.052 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
Rp1.079.052
Rp1.289.463 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Querétaro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and airport drop-off service (surcharge). Popular attractions Aqueduct of Santiago ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (26 reviews)
"The place was beautifully furnished with an awesome view of the city! Host was on site and vey helpful and informative Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 27 May 2025

Casa Realm
Cinco de Mayo Hotel
Cinco de Mayo Hotel
3 out of 5
Calle 5 de Mayo 106, Colonia Centro, Querétaro, QUE
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Querétaro. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Aqueduct of ...
7.4/10 Good! (278 reviews)
"Kind of an unbeatable location in the historic center of Queretaro. Simple, clean, decent value."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Get rates
Cinco de Mayo Hotel
Dos Patios Querétaro Curamoria Collection
Dos Patios Querétaro Curamoria Collection
3.5 out of 5
5 de Mayo no 109;Col Centro, Querétaro, QUE
The price is Rp1.639.700 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
Rp1.639.700
Rp1.959.442 total
24 Jun - 25 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Querétaro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (110 reviews)
"very nice boutique hotel with valet parking. newly renovated so the room & bathroom are very clean."

Reviewed on 21 May 2025

Dos Patios Querétaro Curamoria Collection
Hotel Meson de Isabel
Hotel Meson de Isabel
3 out of 5
C. 5 de Mayo, 119, Querétaro, QUE
The price is Rp443.218 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
Rp443.218
Rp529.646 total
26 Jun - 27 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Querétaro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro ...
6.8/10 (45 reviews)
"Staff very helpful with figuring out the TV. Smoke alarm needed a new battery."

Reviewed on 3 Dec 2024

Hotel Meson de Isabel
See all 622 properties in Santa Cruz
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz

Default Image

La Cruz

While visiting La Cruz, you might make a stop by sights like Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro and Temple of Santa Cruz.

La Cruz
Queretaro featuring a city

Centro Histórico

Unique features of Centro Histórico include the historical sites and museums. Make a stop by Zenea Garden or Plaza de Armas while you're exploring the area.

Centro Histórico
Mexico which includes heritage elements and mountains

Downtown Querétaro

Downtown Querétaro is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Zenea Garden and Plaza de Armas while in the area.

Downtown Querétaro
Default Image

Mercurio

While Mercurio may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Puerta la Victoria and Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez Auditorium.

Mercurio
Default Image

Centro Sur

You'll enjoy the restaurants and historical sites in Centro Sur. You might want to make time for a stop at Corregidora Stadium or Querétaro Civic Center.

Centro Sur
Default Image

Hércules

Though Hércules may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro and Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez Auditorium.

Hércules

Santa Cruz Travel Guide