Timeline
16:42
Eat cabrito al pastor at El Gran Pastor. This is one of the better known places to try the local specialty, and it is open from 07:00 to 23:00, so it is ready for an early dinner.
17:42
Parque Urbano Cerro del Obispado
Walk 3 minutes southeast to Parque Urbano Cerro del Obispado. Wander through the park to get your bearings on the hill before the main event.
18:12
Stand at Obispado as the sun sets toward the WSW. The historical site offers excellent views of the city, and you can spot the enormous Mexican flag flying proudly beside the building as the light fades.
18:57
Head to Las Ventanas Obispado for a drink or dessert. It is a 6-minute walk south from the anchor, making it a perfect spot to unwind after the view.
Local tip
Obispado is open from 09:00 to 18:00. Ensure you arrive before the museum closes if you plan to go inside, though the exterior views are accessible at sunset.
Check before you go
- El Gran Pastor is open Mo-Su 07:00-23:00.
- Obispado is open Mo-Su 09:00-18:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Monterrey (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).