Ciudad Valles Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
second-largest city in the Mexican state of San Luis Potosí
About Ciudad Valles
The city had population of 177,000 as of 2014 and has an elevation of 1,800 m. Ciudad Valles and other towns in theHuasteca Potosinaregion are known for their unusualDay of the Deadcelebrations leading up to November 1. Locals celebrate the holiday asXantolo. The holiday includes cemetery visits, a parade of spooky looking costumed characters, a catrina contest and more. The celebration is more serious than many towns in Mexico and it observes traditions of the Husastecindigenous culture. Important traditions are observed in nearby towns such asAquismónandXilitla.
Where to Eat in Ciudad Valles
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Café San Luis
- 🍴El Acueducto Mariscos Sushi Bar
- 🍴Gonzalitos
- 🍴Gorditas Picolino
- 🍴Henry's Wings
- 🍴Little Caesar's
Where to Stay in Ciudad Valles
- 🏨Grann Hotel Ciudad Valles
- 🏨Hostal Casa Huasteca
- 🏨Hotel Boutique Portal de Jose
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