City Guide:
Monterrey, Mexico, is a destination dominated by blue sea waters.
A stay in Monterrey is synonymous with beach trips because the city offers miles of coastline from rocky shores and waterfalls to sandy beaches excellent for fishing, sunbathing, surfing and other aquatic activities.
In Monterrey, an action packed vacation is waiting for you. Booked.net can place you in cheap hotel in Monterrey or in a luxury one, all available with maps, photos and secure forms at our website.
If you are outdoors type of traveler, you shouldn't miss Mac Abee Beach for its diving facilities nor should you miss devoting some time to strolls along Carmel River State Beach famous for its bird spotting. But Monterrey’s beaches are only a sample of the things to do there. Monterrey offers more extreme activities than any other destination in Mexico. For example, you can benefit from the mountainous backdrop of the city to go rock climbing, hiking to cave touring and bike riding down extreme slopes.
In the city you can take a horse-drawn carriage to make you tour of Monterrey really memorable. You should make a first stop at the Museo del Vidrio, dedicated to local art and then enjoy a view of the IMAX dome of the ALFA Planetarium. Other attractions include;
- Cerro de la Silla, the city's most famous landmark
- Cerro Del Obispado, a former home of the Bishop de Monterrey
- Macroplaza, the largest square in the city lined with fountains, statues and gardens
- Puente Colgante San Pedro, a beautiful bridge set against a mountainous backdrop
- Safari Parque Estrella, an adventure land in about 30 minutes from Monterrey
Apart from sightseeing, you should enjoy shopping in Monterrey. The city is well-known as a destination for a good buy, from handmade leather goods to crafts. The best destination for shopping is the Macro Plaza where you can also find abundance of restaurants to sample local dishes.
When you are in Monterrey, check its event program as the city is the setting of several popular sporting events. Golf fans will like the AT&T's golf tournament and if you like speed then car racing at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca is your kind of adventure. But the most popular event among tourists is North America's best marathon with runners puffing down 26 miles of Highway One.
No matter what your preferences are, Monterrey will meet your taste, while Booked.net will meet your budget.
