Experiences

Tequisquiapan, Land of Cheese and Wine

The magic of Tequisquiapan, captivating Magic Town in the Mexican state of Queretaro, comes from its provincial old-fashioned style, with plazas and streets that maintain their original vice regal air. It is the perfect point of departure to explore the Queretaro’s Wine and Cheese Route; located southeast Queretaro, 160 km from Mexico City and 55 from the state’s capital, Tequisquiapan is the jewel of Queretaro, with the perfect weather to:

Visit the Vineyards and Cheese Shops in the Wine, Cheese and Art Route.

Taste the best wines and artisanal cheeses while discovering the process of making them. Because of its splendid weather and generous offer, Tequisquiapan is one of the best places in Queretaro to visit the Wine houses, cheese shops and vineyards.

Balloon Flights in Tequisquiapan.

Contemplate the beauty of Tequisquiapan from the sky! You cannot miss this experience; the unmatched landscapes and the excitement of being up in the air are a unique mix.

Visit the Cadereyta Regional Botanic Garden.

Enjoy a guided visit to this botanic garden, opened every day of the year, where kids and adults can learn from its interesting botanic collection that includes a number of endangered species.

The Tequisquiapan Arts & Crafts Market.

Purchase the most beautiful products made by local artisans. In this market you’ll find jewelry, pieces made of wood, iron, mud, leather and of course, gorgeous embroidered fabrics and colorful clothes with exclusive designs by the artisans of Tequis.

Plus, near Tequisquiapan:

• San Juan del Rio: visit the Death Museum, the Portal del Diezmo, the History Bridge and the Cross Pyramid.
• La Trinidad: have fun enjoying a day of ecotourism.
• Peña de Bernal: book excursions in this Magic Town and let the gigantic monolith amaze you.