Pachuca Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
capital of the Mexican state of Hidalgo
About Pachuca
The capital of Hidalgo State, its history is intrinsically entwined with mining since the Aztec days. After the conquista, the Spanish hired Cornish labor and innovation to help with further mining. But due to political instability and wild fluctuations in the price of precious metal values, Pachuca eventually diversified into other areas, including tourism. The city occupies a small valley and is almost completely surrounded by large hills, which are also covered in colorful houses. The city centre has maintained most of its colonial-era structures, with narrow winding streets. Away from the centre is the modern part of Pachuca, with warehouses, factories, supermarkets and a large football stadium called El Huracán (The Hurricane). In addition to its role as a regional center, Pachuca may
Top Attractions in Pachuca
Explore the best things to see and do in Pachuca:
- ★Archivo Historico y Museo de Mineria, Asociación Civil
- ★Bioparque Convivencia Pachuca
- ★Cristo Rey
- ★El Cuartel del Arte
- ★Estadio Hidalgo
- ★Interactive World Soccer Center/Pachuca Soccer Museum and Hall of Fame
- ★Jardin de Arte
- ★Macromural of Pachuca
Where to Eat in Pachuca
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Aldi Pizza
- 🍴Benji's México
- 🍴Burguer la Fiesta S.A. de C.V.
- 🍴Churromania
- 🍴Cocina Ade
- 🍴El Canibal Pachuca
Where to Stay in Pachuca
- 🏨Casa Alí - HOSTAL
- 🏨Holiday Inn Express Pachuca
- 🏨Hotel Emily
- 🏨Hotel los Baños
- 🏨Privada 400 Casas & Suites
Pachuca Travel Guide Sections
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