Timeline
10:00
Explore the eclectic collection of the Museo La Milarca in Rufino Tamayo Park. The museum opens at 10:00 on Saturdays and Sundays, making this the perfect time to see the 18th century Cabinet of Curiosities, the T-Rex head, and colonial relics before the crowds arrive.
11:30
Walk north to La Purisima park. This 45 minute walk takes you away from the city center and into a more residential area. Arrive with plenty of time to spare before your next stop.
11:40
Grab some local tacos at La Candela. This regional restaurant serves tacos de varios guisos and is open daily from 07:00 to 22:00. It is a clean, friendly spot just an 11 minute walk from La Purisima.
12:00
Walk a short distance to El Norteño. This burger restaurant is located at George Washington #1223. Note that the establishment is described as deteriorated and unpleasant, so you may want to skip this if the condition is off-putting.
12:20
End your afternoon at Hamburguesas del río. Open daily from 11:00 to 23:30, this restaurant is a reliable stop for a meal or a snack. It is a 12 minute walk from La Purisima, keeping you within the immediate vicinity of your morning walk.
Local tip
The Museo La Milarca is closed on Mondays. If you are visiting on a weekday, plan to arrive on Tuesday or later in the week. The walk to La Purisima is long, so wear comfortable shoes.
Check before you go
- Museo La Milarca is closed on Mondays. Tuesday to Friday it opens at 14:00, while Saturday and Sunday it opens at 10:00.
- La Candela is open daily from 07:00 to 22:00.
- Hamburguesas del río is open daily from 11:00 to 23:30.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Monterrey (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).