Beautiful park in the mountains just outside Monterrey! Great trails for hiking, biking, or a…read morescenic walk, with stunning views of the city and surrounding Sierra Madre. Well-maintained, peaceful, and perfect for nature lovers or a weekend escape. Note that getting an Uber can be tricky since the park is HUGE once you get to the main entrance and there is a lot more to drive to which Uber's may or may not be willing to take you to. We got a driver who we paid extra outside Uber to take us further into the park.

Parque Ecológico Chipinque is a must for hikers, nature lovers, and adventure enthusiasts visiting…read moreMonterrey/San Pedro Garza García. I dedicated a full day to exploring the park and ended up hiking roughly 14 miles roundtrip from the visitor center to El Pinal Viewpoint. It was the longest and hardest hike I've ever done on vacation (with roughly 2,500 feet of elevation gain), but it was so worth it!

Great cultural stop in Monterrey's Centro Histórico -- well‑curated exhibits take you through the…read morehistory of the northeast region from ancient times to modern days, with engaging displays and occasional temporary shows. Affordable, informative, and perfect to pair with a stroll around the Paseo Santa Lucía and nearby museums -- bonus if you go on a free day (Tuesday or Sunday)!

Macroplaza is the zocalo, or central plaza, of downtown Monterrey. It is a long green space with…read morefountains, statues, gardens, and monuments. There is a really cool fountain, called Neptune's Fountain, that you can't miss! You can also see the Faro Comercial, which is a bright orange obelisk that is a monument to Monterrey's business orientation. Around the park are also many historical buildings and museums, including the Monterrey Cathedral, the Mexican History Museum, the Monterrey Contemporary Art Museum, and the former palace of the governor. Overall, it's a very nice public space to walk around in and hang out.

The largest plaza in the country. Great place to visit multiple times since the museums and other…read moretourist spots like Santa Lucia are all within proximity.

Santa Lucia was a wonderful place for an evening walk…read more I started near the museums after 8 p.m. and walked along the canal toward the park. The atmosphere was relaxed, peaceful, and very pleasant. The lights decorating the trees were beautiful, and watching the boats pass through the canal added to the charm. I highly recommend it for anyone who wants to take a leisurely walk and experience Monterrey's quieter, more laid-back side.

This is a must do in Monterrey. Note that it gets super busy, so you want to time it right. We went…read moreonce and left since the lines were too long. We went back the next day when it was drizzling a little, and thankfully, there wasn't a line that time. The ride to Fundidora was enjoyable and relaxing.

I give this place one star, simply because the people that fill it are relatively friendly and…read morekind. But other than that this place is rough to walk through, the feng shui alone is enough to make you uneasy. It's pretty dirty, there is not one specific style of decor or architecture and it looks like someone's half abandoned experiment. I had a good weekend in the building simply because of my purpose for being here, my job. But specifically the building itself made the weekend a little less enjoyable. -Ian.