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Pedestrian Tour in San Luis Potosí Downtown Historic District

5.0 (43 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation
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Pedestrian Tour in San Luis Potosí Downtown Historic District

About this activity

The city of San Luis Potosí has ​​more than 430 years of history. Its cultural wealth is expressed in the architecture of its buildings, squares, gardens and temples. Enjoy the Historic Center just as its citizens do. Our guides are accredited by the federal government of Mexico.

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At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 25 people
People per booking
1–25
Guide
English
Operated by
Auténtico San Luis

Ages: Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–80 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: All Fees and Taxes

Not included

  • Not included: Private transportation

Itinerary

  1. San Luis Potosi

    25 min

    After recognizing the viceregal origins of the founding of the city, we will enter the patio of the Central Building of the Autonomous University of San Luis Potosí to learn about the dynamics of the religious orders in the life of Potosí society in those times of New Spain , and how the venue has evolved over time; always with an educational vocation.

  2. Antigua Caja Real

    20 min

    This building was used to collect the contributions of the famous "Quinto Real", in addition to protecting the Gold and Silver productions of the Potosí miners. This facility is currently a cultural center administered by the Autonomous University of San Luis Potosí.

  3. Plaza de Aranzazu

    25 min

    We will discover the surroundings of the Old Franciscan Convent. We will visit the Guerrero Garden, the temple of San Francisco de Asís, the Santo Entierro alley and the Plaza de Aránzazu while we describe the most notable iconography and the uses that the citizens of San Luis Potosí currently have.

  4. Plaza del Carmen

    25 min

    We will walk from the Guerrero Garden, passing through the Former Agustino Convent and until arriving at the Plaza del Carmen where we will see the exterior of two buildings: The National Mask Museum and the Peace Theater. We will visit the interior of the Temple of San Elías and interpret the iconography of its façade, altarpiece, the altar of the seven princes and the dressing room of the Virgin of Carmen.

  5. Plaza de Armas

    25 min

    We will walk from Plaza del Carmen to reach the Jardín Hidalgo or Plaza de Armas. We will see the exterior of the Government Palace, the Old City Hall and the State Congress. We will interpret the façade iconography of the Metropolitan Cathedral of San Luis Potosí and the most interesting facts about its history. We will conclude our tour passing by the garden kiosk to return to Plaza Fundadores, our meeting point.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Go to the eastern part of the square where there are some stairs and the "San Luis Minas del Potosí" sign with the city's coat of arms.

End point

  • Go to the eastern part of the square where there are some stairs and the "San Luis Minas del Potosí" sign with the city's coat of arms.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
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  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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Pedestrian Tour in San Luis Potosí Downtown Historic District

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