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- Catedral Basílica de Zacatecas — The pink-stone baroque cathedral that anchors Plaza de Armas; the facade is jaw-dropping up close and the interior and choir loft reward a slow look. It’s the visual and spiritual heart of the historic center.
- Cerro de la Bufa — A steep, story-packed hill with sweeping city views, Revolutionary memorials, a small chapel and the Museo de la Toma (the 1914 battle is explained here). Great for sunset and to feel Zacatecas’ layered history under your feet.
- Teleférico (cable car) — Short, scenic ride between the city’s hills that gives unbeatable aerial photos of the pink stone roofs and winding streets. It’s faster than walking up and a cheap, fun way to orient yourself.
- Mina El Edén — An actual old silver mine you can walk into (guided tour under the city),
- Catedral Basílica de Zacatecas — The pink-stone baroque cathedral that anchors Plaza de Armas; the facade is jaw-dropping up close and the interior and choir loft reward a slow look. It’s the visual and spiritual heart of the historic center.
- Cerro de la Bufa — A steep, story-packed hill with sweeping city views, Revolutionary memorials, a small chapel and the Museo de la Toma (the 1914 battle is explained here). Great for sunset and to feel Zacatecas’ layered history under your feet.
- Teleférico (cable car) — Short, scenic ride between the city’s hills that gives unbeatable aerial photos of the pink stone roofs and winding streets. It’s faster than walking up and a cheap, fun way to orient yourself.
- Mina El Edén — An actual old silver mine you can walk into (guided tour under the city), complete with a short underground train, mine shafts and mining displays. You feel the scale of Zacatecas’ mining boom in a way a plaque can’t convey.
- Templo de la Valenciana — The ornate 18th-century baroque church built with Valenciana mine wealth; the chapel’s gold and churrigueresque details are a direct lesson in colonial-era mining riches and local craftsmanship.
- Museo Pedro Coronel — Housed in a handsome former convent, this museum punches above its size with an eclectic, international modern-art collection donated by a local collector. Quiet, surprisingly global, and visually striking.
- Museo Rafael Coronel — A fascinating, slightly uncanny collection of thousands of masks and folk objects in an old convent. It’s folkloric, a bit eerie, and deeply rooted in regional identity—perfect if you like folk art with personality.
- Museo de Arte Abstracto Manuel Felguérez — A contemporary-abstract art museum showcasing work by one of Mexico’s important modernists. It’s a good balance to the city’s colonial sights and shows Zacatecas’ modern cultural life.
- Teatro Fernando Calderón — A beautifully restored 19th-century theater; even if there’s no performance, the interior and foyer are worth a peek. Catching a concert or opera here feels special and local.
- Callejoneadas and the Centro Histórico — Not a single building but an experience: wandering the narrow, silver-era alleys, browsing artisan shops, and joining a night Callejoneada (student troubadours who lead sing-along alley tours). It’s the best way to soak up Zacatecas’ living culture and neighborhoods.
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Hi, I’m Johan (Netherlands 🇳🇱), the creator of TakeYourBackpack. Over the past decade, I’ve backpacked through 80+ countries across six continents, gaining extensive experience with independent travel, long-term trips, and overland routes.