Mexico City: Taxco & Cuernavaca Tour with Pre-Hispanic Mine

Taxco Silver Mining and Artisan Jewelry Day Tour from Mexico City

This full-day guided tour from Mexico City explores Taxco, known for its silver mines, Baroque architecture, and artisan jewelry, suitable for culture and history enthusiasts.

Highlights

• Visit Taxco, a city recognized for its silver mining and craftwork industry
• Admire a prime example of Mexican Baroque architecture at Santa Prisca Church
• View and purchase handcrafted silver jewelry from skilled Mexican artisans
• Descend into an ancient pre-Hispanic mine using an authentic mining elevator
• Enjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant in Taxco (if the lunch option is selected)

Description

Begin your trip in downtown Mexico City and take a scenic drive to Taxco, a hillside town with cobblestone streets, tile roofs, and historic squares that retain their colonial-era character. Visit Santa Prisca Church, one of Mexico's grandest churches, built in 1759 by French immigrant Jose de la Borda following the discovery of a rich silver vein.

Explore the world-famous silver mines and artisan shops that showcase Taxco's long tradition in silver craftsmanship. You will have the chance to admire and buy beautiful handcrafted silver pieces directly from Mexican artisans.

If selected, descend into an ancient pre-Hispanic mine using a mining elevator. Travel 150 meters through a well-lit tunnel where you will learn about the mining techniques and tools used by ancient inhabitants to extract precious metals before the Spanish conquest. Outside the mine, admire a mural by Juan O'Gorman dedicated to Mexico’s last Aztec emperor, created with local materials.

Depending on your choice, enjoy a traditional lunch at a local Taxco restaurant to complete the experience.

Includes

• Transport from the meeting point (hotel pick-up included for private tours)
• Entry to the pre-Hispanic mine (if the option is selected)
• Bilingual guide (English and Spanish)
• Traditional lunch (if the option is selected)

Excludes

• Drinks
• Tips

Important Information

• The 'Only Transportation' option provides round-trip transport to Taxco and Cuernavaca but does not include guided visits in either city.
• This tour involves moderate walking on uneven surfaces; comfortable shoes are recommended.
• All participants must present passports (digital, original, or photocopy) to comply with Mexican immigration regulations.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, book in advance, wear comfortable shoes, and bring your passport. Morning departures are recommended to avoid afternoon crowds and maximize daylight for visits.