Lugares para visitar en Pátzcuaro y sus alrededores

  This festive month, Pátzcuaro invites cultural travelers and slow-travel enthusiasts to immerse themselves in one of its most radiant historic spaces: the newly revitalized Plaza Gertrudis Bocanegra, affectionately known by locals as the "Plaza Chica." Enhanced by a thoughtful recent restoration and sophisticated architectural lighting, this landmark offers a deeper window into the heritage of Michoacán .   Gertrudis Bocanegra Square in Patzcuaro, Michoacán For discerning travelers seeking to experience this Pueblo Mágico at a thoughtful pace, Hotel Mansión Iturbe provides an ideal boutique sanctuary. Housed in a majestic historic mansion directly facing the iconic Plaza Vasco de Quiroga , our hotel places you in the heart of the destination. True to the ethos of heritage travel, our greatest passion is connecting you with authentic local culture. Stepping out of our doors, a short, leisurely one-block stroll down Iturbe Street leads you directly to the beautifully...

When we visit the colonial cities and (Pueblos Mágicos) “magical towns”  of Mexico, among the architectural elements, their portals always stand out.  Their use was very common in colonial times, being arcades or covered galleries, which were built along its main streets. Patzcuaro and its portales - arcades - at Vasco de Quiroga Square In colonial times they were very common, in places like  Pátzcuaro ; with so much rain in the rainy season, pedestrians could - and still can - take shelter from the downpours. Portals of the City Hall during the Easter Week in Pátzcuaro Our guests at Hotel Mansión Iturbe enjoy strolling through the portals of Pátzcuaro , being a magnet for their beauty and charm for our visitors. Throughout the years, the portals of Pátzcuaro  have been an important part of the commercial life of our magical town and are part of its tourist attraction and meeting place for i...

  Looking for a magical town to spend your Christmas and New Year's vacation? Pátzcuaro awaits to celebrate Christmas with you! Enjoy a town with deep-rooted Christmas traditions , adorned in a spectacular manner, with a monumental Nativity scene that will leave you in awe with its impressive decoration.   Christmas in Patzcuaro, Michoacan, Mexico Something important you should know is that the Monumental Nativity Scene of Pátzcuaro is constantly evolving, so if you've already had the chance to visit, be prepared, because there's always something new. This year, even the location of the different pieces that make up the nativity scene has changed, but you'll find countless details if you look closely.   Monumental Nativity in Patzcuaro, enjoy Christmas in our magical town The setting is spectacular, creating a unique atmosphere. The nativity scene is located in the heart of Pátzcuaro , in the Vasco de Quiroga Square , surrounded by colonial mansions like the ...

If you are looking for somewhere to visit during your summer vacations,  Patzcuaro  is one of the magical towns in Mexico that you can explore. Our Pueblo Mágico has been designated a Magical Town since 2002. In fact, it was the first one in Michoacan . Patzcuaro a beautiful colonial town in Mexico Patzcuaro  is a unique magical town, where magic and tradition merge to create an unforgettable experience, a very attractive place for the visitor who wishes to enjoy Mexican culture, history and traditions. You will find cobblestone streets, colonial architecture with adobe houses, tile roofs, balconies and portals, pillars and small squares, as well as the imposing Vasco de Quiroga Square . There are several important religious buildings, the Basilica of Nuestra Señora de la Salud ( Our Lady of Health ) the most outstanding and well-known.  Patzcuaro  is distinguished by its religious fervor. Our Magical Town is visited by the ...

Pátzcuaro  was an unprecedented center of knowledge in New Spain and visitors can still confirm this by visiting the Ancient College of San Nicolas Obispo , founded in 1540 and the Old Jesuit College Cultural Center in 1585. Both  areas  are located a short distance from our Hotel Mansion Iturbe and  are,  without a doubt ,  two of the must-see places in  Patzcuaro . The Ancient College of San Nicolas in Patzcuaro, Michoacan On your next tour through our Magical Town, let your imagination take you back to the XVI century, when  Patzcuaro  was a bustling educational center, imagine the cobblestone streets full of students eager to learn , w here Indians and Spaniards shared their knowledge and traditions. Let your imagination guide you and discover the cultural and intellectual richness that this magical town  holds . You will see  Patzcuaro  with a different vision. But what caused  Patzcuaro  to flourish ...