Meet us in Santiago de Querétaro
GETTING THERE
We highly recommend that our guests fly directly to Querétaro or Mexico City. However, if anyone is considering taking a bus or driving, please get in touch with us so we can provide you with additional recommendations.
San Antonio or Houston - Querétaro
2 hour Flight
$350 - $600 USD
San Antonio or Houston - Mexico City
2.5 hour Flight
$200 - $500 USD
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Mexico City - Querétaro by Bus or Rental Car
Primera Plus luxury bus ticket cost about $20 USD
3 hours by bus / 2.5 hours in rental drive
Buses depart to Querétaro from Mexico City's airport every hour
ACCOMMODATIONS
Since our wedding date coincides with the busy tourism season, we recommend you secure your accommodations early, as availability can be limited. We did not book a hotel block however we’ve compiled a list of recommendations.
gran hotel
airbnb colonial homes
La casa de la marquesa
Other options
Located near many shops and with beautiful architecture, La Casa De la Marquesa will give you the full tourist experience.
There are many other hotels in both downtown and the surrounding areas.
THINGS TO DO IN QUERÉTARO
& NEAR BY CITIES
Located two hours from Mexico City, Santiago de Querétaro is a city where the past and the present are manifested in its colonial streets. The Historic Downtown can be explored on foot, by tram or by bike. Here you will admire the imposing architecture of mansions and former convents that are currently museums, hotels and theaters, a combination of historical memory and the avant-garde of the modern lifestyle of the city. You can also visit Queretaro's Trail of Art, Cheese and Wine or visit the most famous rocks in Mexico Bernal considered the third largest monolith in the world. We provided some additional suggestions of popular tourist destinations in case any of our guests wants to venture outside the city.
FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
Queretaro enjoys year-round hot, dry weather and like Inland central Mexico it will be warm or hot (and dry) during the day, although evenings can get cool, so pack a pull-over that you can use during the early mornings and after sundown. Rain is seldom in December.
Many US cellular carriers offer Mexico roaming deals. However, you can buy a Mexican SIM cards can only be used in unlocked phones. If needed, Internet cafes can be easily found in towns and cities across Mexico and WiFi is increasingly commonplace–from cafes, shops, hotels, and some cities even offer free WiFi in some defined public spaces
Banks with ATM machines are found throughout the downtown area of Queretaro, especially around the main plaza. During business hours, they and the local Casas de Cambio will buy cash from you as well. Be mindful the the currency rates change daily.
Most restaurants and stores accept credit and debit cards but depending on your bank there could be fees when traveling abroad. If it's your first time using, you card in Mexico inform your bank to avoid getting your cards frozen. However, we do encourage that you have cash as many of the local shops, vendors, and street vendors only accept cash.
A valid passport book is required to enter Mexico by air, and those attempting to enter at an airport with a U.S. passport card only may be denied admission. Passports take around 6-8 weeks but can be expedited to 2-3 weeks and an extra $60. Consider the total time it will take to get a passport when you book your travel.
After arriving at your bus terminal or airport, keep in mind that taxis are the only ones allowed in pick up areas. However, once you are in Queretaro Ubers are easily accessible.
Many service workers depend on tips to supplement low wages. Tipping is Restaurants is usually between 10% to 15% unless service is included in the check. Taxis Drivers don’t expect tips unless they provide some extra service. Porters Airport and hotel porters usually get M$50 to M$100. Attendants Car parking and gas station attendants expect M$5 to M$10.