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Mexico

Monterrey / Tacos, mariachi, and mesmerizing views

MeowScore 😼77/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

April

Mild weather and delicious cuisine. 🍤☀️

🎊
january

Visit for the Festival Santa Lucia. 🎉

🏛️
february

Explore museums and enjoy mild weather. ☀️

🎭
march

Experience the colorful International Festival of the Arts. 🎨

🍤
april

Try the delicious local cuisine during Semana Santa. 🍴

🏆
may

Watch the thrilling Monterrey Open tennis tournament. 🎾

🌳
june

Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere at Chipinque National Park. 🏞️

🌊
july

Cool off by swimming in the beautiful Cola de Caballo waterfall. 💦

🍻
august

Take part in the annual beer festival. 🍺

🎉
september

Celebrate Mexican Independence Day with fireworks and parades. 🎆

🕯️
october

Attend the traditional Day of the Dead festivities. 💀

🌌
november

Witness the Festival of Light and Sound. 💡

🎁
december

Shop at the enchanting Christmas markets. 🎄

⚖️

Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The economical situation in Monterrey is moderate. While some things are affordable, some can be quite expensive, especially in the upscale areas. There are many shopping options, including both high-end and low-end stores.

Visit street markets for unique souvenirs and bargains. Avoid shopping in high-end areas if you're on a tight budget.

Usual visit duration

2-4 days

business or leisure travel

Usual visit duration

2-4 days

business or leisure travel

Monterrey is a major business hub in northern Mexico, and also has popular tourist attractions including museums and mountains.

Tipping

10-15%

Standard tipping culture in Monterrey

Tipping

10-15%

Standard tipping culture in Monterrey

Cash is preferred, splitting the bill is common, rounding up is appreciated.

internet situation

good Speed

Decent speeds but not the fastest

great Availability

Internet is widely available

great Cellular

Good coverage across the city

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

MXN

1 MXN =
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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Mixed infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Mixed attitudes

Unleash your whiskers in this purrfect paradise as you explore new scratching posts and chase exotic butterflies between catnaps.

Sway your tail through lively markets filled with catnip, lounge at sunny cafés to enjoy delicious meowgaritas, and shimmy your paws to salsacat rhythms.

Things to do

The mainstream

🎉
Barrio Antiguo
🌉
Santa Lucia Riverwalk
🌄
Cerro de la Silla
🗼
Macroplaza
🏞️
Parque Fundidora

The mainstream

🎉
Barrio Antiguo

A hip and historic neighborhood full of cattractive colonial houses, trendy shops, and cozy cafes for catnaps and treats. 🏠💤

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🌉
Santa Lucia Riverwalk

A furrbulous urban walkway along a colorful canal, lined with cafes, restaurants, and cat-stopping views. 🚣🌈

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🌄
Cerro de la Silla

A pawsome mountain range overlooking the city, popular for hiking and the breathtaking panoramic view. ⛰️👀

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🗼
Macroplaza

Purrfectly the center of Monterrey, with grand fountains, monuments and gardens for feline exploration. 🌇😻

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🏞️
Parque Fundidora

Catnificently green park with old industrial buildings converted to museums and a large lake for catnapping. 🌳🐾

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Off the beaten path

🎭
Plaza Hidalgo
👀
Barrio Antiguo
🌳
Parque Fundidora
🌈
Casa Luis Barragán
🚣
Paseo Santa Lucía

Off the beaten path

🎭
Plaza Hidalgo

A small but charming plaza in the heart of San Pedro, complete with gorgeous fountains, street performers, and cute cafes for cats to people-watch 🐾☕️

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👀
Barrio Antiguo

Catnip for those who love architecture! Wandering the old streets is the perfect way to escape the crowds and experience authentic Monterrey 🐈🏠🌆

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🌳
Parque Fundidora

Once an industrial wasteland, now a vast and beautiful park where cats can explore old factories, bike trails, and even a natural history museum 🦕🚲

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🌈
Casa Luis Barragán

A gorgeous and colorful house-turned-museum, filled with the incredible works of one of Mexico's greatest architects 🎨🏠

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🚣
Paseo Santa Lucía

This stunning artificial river runs through the heart of the city, and gives cats a perfect opportunity to lounge riverside 🐾🌊

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Mixed infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Mixed attitudes

Mindful meoweler tips

Monterrey's Iconic Landmarks

Explore the beautiful Cerro de la Silla, a mountain that looks like a horse's saddle, and The Macroplaza, one of the largest public squares in the world.

Culinary Delights

Savor the unique flavors of the Cabrito, a roasted young goat, and the Machaca, a dried meat dish. Don't forget to try the iconic salsa macha too!

Festivals & Celebrations

Experience the joyful atmosphere of The International Santa Lucia Festival or the colorful Day of the Dead celebrations. And don't miss the live music at Barrio Antiguo.

Useful external sites

www.visitmexico.com/en

Visit Mexico↗

Official tourism website of Mexico

turismo.monterrey.gob.mx

Monterrey Tourism↗

Official tourism website of Monterrey

www.lonelyplanet.com/mexico/northern-mexico/monterrey

Lonely Planet - Monterrey↗

Monterrey travel guide by Lonely Planet

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