Travel Guide of Tuxtla Gutiérrez in Mexico by Influencers and Travelers
Tuxtla Gutiérrez is the capital and the largest city of the Mexican southeast state of Chiapas. It is the most developed, populated and therefore the state's most important municipality.
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The Best Things to Do and Visit in Tuxtla Gutiérrez
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1 - Zoológico Miguél Álvarez del Toro
The Zoológico Miguél Álvarez del Toro is a Mexican zoo located in Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas. It was founded in 1942 as Zoológico de Tuxtla Gutiérrez. It was renamed after its director Miguel Alvarez del Toro and relocated in 1981. Currently, it is located in a nature reserve known as El Zapotal. The altitude is 630 metres and the annual mean temperature is 24.7Cº. The main characteristic of the zoo is that it only exhibits endemic fauna.
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2 - Plaza de la Paz
48 km away
Paseo de la Reforma is a wide avenue that runs diagonally across the heart of Mexico City. It was designed by Ferdinand von Rosenzweig in the 1860s and modeled after the great boulevards of Europe, such as the Ringstraße in Vienna and the Champs-Élysées in Paris.
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3 - Archaeology Tours in Tuxtla Gutiérrez
Enjoy a wonderful combo tour as you visit magical places filled with beauty. You'll see the turquoise waterfalls of Agua Azul and Misol-Há plus the incredible archaeological site of Palenque (Named by Unesco as World Heritage Site). The time spent at the archaeological site is approximately 2.30 hours, Misolha is 45 minutes and Agua Azul is 1.5 hours. Your tour includes transport and a professional guide.
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4 - San Cristobal de las Casas
49 km away
San Cristóbal de las Casas, also known by its native Tzotzil name, Jovel, is a town and municipality located in the Central Highlands region of the Mexican state of Chiapas.
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5 - Climbing in Tuxtla Gutiérrez
This rappel adventure is a thrilling way to explore the natural beauty and cultural history of Mexico. Your expert guide will instruct you how to rappel safely and usher you into the famous sinkhole La Sima de las Cotorras (Sinkhole of Parrots), where you’ll see ancient art and get a different perspective on our planet. In addition, you’ll see part of Mexico’s Selva El Ocote Biosphere Reserve.
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6 - Shore Excursions in Tuxtla Gutiérrez
See the color and traditions as you visit the local indigenous communities of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan where you will have plenty of time to wander around the local artisan markets and peek inside the beautifully preserved churches. Your tour includes transport, a professional guide, and a "mini-lunch" of beans, handmade tortillas, organic coffee, and a drink typical of the region.
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7 - Mountain Bike Tours in Tuxtla Gutiérrez
Learn about the indigenous cultures of the Chiapas Highlands while experiencing a thrilling bike ride through the mountains. Departing from Tuxtla Gutiérrez or San Cristóbal de las Casas, ride through beautiful mountains and nature across single-track terrain. Experience the traditions and lifestyle of the people who belong to the Tzotzil tribe. This active cultural tour will show you one of the most fascinating regions in Mexico. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off.
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