Taxco Day Trip

Taxco is a Mexican city famous for its silver workshops. On this day trip you'll discover the colonial architecture of the "City of Light" and the stunning church of Santa Prisca.

Taxco Day Trip

We will pick you up from your hotel at 7 am and make our way to Taxco de Alarcón, the silver capital of the world! Are you ready to discover this beautiful city, the silver el dorado?

Three and a half hours later, we will have reached our destination. Once there, we will visit the local silver workshops to learn about the mining industry and its history in the area. We will learn about the skilled local craftsmen and their uses for zinc, copper, and silver.

Next, the tour will visit the church of Santa Prisca, an ornate Spanish-Baroque style basilica known for its detailed ornamentation and altarpiece representing the Souls of Purgatory. This site highlights the craftsmanship of the region, linked to the area's mining history.

After the visit, we will enjoy the atmosphere and the craft shops of the Zócalo, or Plaza Borda. You will have two hours of free time to explore its colonial streets and search for temples such as San Bernardino de Siena, San Miguel Arcángel, or San Nicolás. Don't forget to try some local cuisine in one of the restaurants!

Finally, we'll take you back to your hotel in Acapulco, arriving at around 7 pm.