During any vacation, day trip or weekend getaway, add a trip to a nature, history, science or art museum for an experience like none other. Always inspiring, museums offer insight into different cultures, points of view, and periods of history. Often free for children, or adults on certain days, museums provide a quick escape on cold, rainy or hot days. Check with the museum for prices and discounts - they may even provide you with the times of days to visit in order to avoid the crowd.
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Mexico City
As Mexico's capital city, Mexico City combines modern architecture with vivid reminders of the past. Lively and cosmopolitan, this destination offers plenty of historical sites, museums, and nighlife for tourists. read more »
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photo by Real Traveler MarshallGuanajuato
Guanajuato is a both a state and the capital city in Mexico’s central highlands. Guanajuato was one of the first areas of the country first colonized by the Spanish, leaving behind a legacy of well-preserved colonial architecture and a plethora of churc... read more »
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Zacatecas
Find highlights on things to do and see in Zacatecas shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to Zacatecas across multiple sites to help plan your... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler MarshallGuadalajara
Guadalajara is the second largest city in Mexico and offers a wide variety of activities for tourists of all ages to enjoy. One of the more popular attractions for tourists is taking a Tequila tour, and for families vacationing with children there is t... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Peters TravelsOaxaca
With a temperate climate in a valley of the Sierra Madres, a mix of rich Indian culture and bright local art, Oaxaca City is certain to keep the tourist entertained. Visit the markets near the zocalo, or city center, for clothing and produce. Venture to... read more »
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Home to both ancient and modern Mayan cultures, San Cristobal is a delight for archaeologists and visitors alike. Mayan temples and ruins abound, and there are plenty of natual wonder such as waterfalls and canyons to explore. The town itself is colonia... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler tomPuerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta is a popular vacation site for those desiring warm, sunlit beaches and lush local plant life. The Malecon, a popular promenade, is an 11-block-long strip with shops on one side and the ocean on the other. The ocean-themed statues and fou... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Martin do NascimentoMonterrey
A magnificent city amidst mountains; birthplace of men who, with great determination, created an important capital in unfavourable conditions. A combination of natural beauties and powerful industries and businesses, key factors in Mexico's economy. read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Barbara & DaveVeracruz
La Bamba to Veracruz to discover the dance that originated here. With the oldest Carnaval festival in Mexico, travelers will see that music and dancing are as important as keeping the culture alive. The Voladores, Mexico's Flyers, jump from a tall pole... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler PangdoraCuernavaca
Cuernavaca is known as the "land of eternal spring" for its year-round idealic climate, and its sun-sparkled beauty. Located 50 miles south of Mexico City, Cuernavaca beats within the heart of Mexico -- its narrow streets and colonial architecture encha... read more »
Top Five Art & Museum Trip Blogs
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Guanajuanto - a colonial treasure without neon | Feb 01 07'
After a cheap (40 US cents) bus trip to the Central Bus Station I caught the bus to Guanajuato via a transfer in Leon. I decided to upgrade to one... Continue reading »
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oaxaca, conflict and beauty | Jan 19 07'
imagineimagine that california had a revolution. imagine that governor arnold, recently come to power in a stolen election, was siphoning off mil... Continue reading »
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Spanish....mmm...should have learnt some! | Sep 11 06'
We caught the trolley from San Diego at some ridiculously early hour of the morning, to make our way towards the border. Whilst travelling we met w... Continue reading »
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Summer Fun | May 13 06'
"I can't speak for everyone, but I loved Mexico. The people, the culture, and the language are absolutely amazing."
So... in six weeks, what did the 23 IUP students do? A lot. Every weekend we had an excursion to a new and exciting place, usually something of... Continue reading »
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Mérida | Dec 09 07'
"Talking religion with a Mayan "Cuban" cigar seller!"
After a 3 hour bus journey from Campeche, we arrived in Mérida. Contrary to our expectations, this has turned out to be the friendlist city so far... Continue reading »
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