Timeline
09:30
Visit La Leyenda for breakfast or a light lunch. This restaurant doubles as an art gallery, showcasing beautiful Huichol art, devil masks, and other cultural pieces. It is open from 09:30, making it the perfect quiet start to your morning before the crowds arrive. Note that it is closed on Mondays.
10:30
Walk to the Museo de la Toma de Zacatecas (13 minutes from La Leyenda). Explore the weapons, documents, and photos from the decisive 1914 Battle of Zacatecas. The museum offers a deep dive into the Mexican Revolution and the victory led by Pancho Villa. Entry is M$12 for adults, with children entering free.
11:30
Head to Mercado González Ortega (13 minutes from the museum). Browse the tourist shops and look for native Huichol artifacts, which can be harder to find elsewhere. The market is open until 20:30 on weekdays and 21:00 on Mondays, giving you plenty of time to shop.
Local tip
La Leyenda is closed on Mondays, so plan your visit for Tuesday through Sunday. Mercado González Ortega is also closed on Mondays.
Check before you go
- La Leyenda is open Tu-Su 09:30-21:30 and closed on Mondays.
- Mercado González Ortega is open Mo 09:00-21:00 and Tu-Su 09:00-20:30.
- Museo de la Toma de Zacatecas has no listed hours, so confirm opening times locally.
Worth knowing
- La Leyenda is open at 09:30 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
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