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Tour to Christ the King from Guanajuato

By Guanajuato Vip
Free cancellation available
Price is $13 per adult
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Activity location

  • Cerro del cubilete
    • Silao, Guanajuato, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Macro Foto Guanajuato
    • 36 Calle de Alonso
    • 36000, Guanajuato, Guanajuato, Mexico

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Tour to Christ the King from Guanajuato
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • Spanish
Language options: Spanish
Starting time: 4:00pm
Price details
$13.30 x 1 Adult$13.30
Total
Price is $13.30

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tour guide certified by the Guanajuato City Hall
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    Accident insurance
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    Tour taught 100% in Spanish
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    Round transportation (round trip)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tour guide tip
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    food cost
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    Any English translation

Know before you book

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What you can expect

The tour begins in the center of Guanajuato and heads towards the Cerro del Cubilete, where the Cristo Rey Monument is located. During the journey, visitors can admire the beautiful view of the region and learn more about the local history and culture.

Once at the top of Cerro del Cubilete, tourists will have the opportunity to explore the Santuario de Cristo Rey church, one of the most visited places by the Catholic population of the Mexican people.

After the visit to the sanctuary, the tour heads towards the typical food area on the slopes of Cerro del Cubilete, where visitors can enjoy delicious local food and learn more about the gastronomic culture of the region.

Activity itinerary

Cerro del cubilete
  • 1h 30m
Cerro del Cubilete is an emblematic mountain located in Guanajuato, Mexico. It is known for its monumental statue of Christ the King, which is located on top of the hill and is one of the largest in the world. Construction of the Cristo Rey statue began in 1944 and was completed in 1947. It was erected as a monument to peace and to commemorate the end of the Cristero War in Mexico. Cerro del Cubilete is also a place of great religious importance for Mexican Catholics, who consider it a sacred and pilgrimage site. In addition, it offers an impressive view of the city of Guanajuato and its surroundings. Today, Cerro del Cubilete and its statue of Cristo Rey are a major tourist attraction in Guanajuato, and it is a place worth visiting to learn more about the history and culture of Mexico.
Santuario de Cristo Rey
  • 1h 30m
The sanctuary was built in the 1950s and is an example of the modern architectural style of the time. The church has a cross-shaped structure, and its roof is a white dome that resembles Jesus' crown of thorns. Inside, there is a series of stained glass windows depicting the life of Christ. The Sanctuary of Christ the King is an important pilgrimage site for Mexican Catholics, who climb Cerro del Cubilete to venerate the statue of Christ the King and visit the church at the base of the hill. Furthermore, it is a popular tourist spot due to its unique architecture and its location in an impressive natural landscape.

Location

Activity location

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    Cerro del cubilete
    • Silao, Guanajuato, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Macro Foto Guanajuato
    • 36 Calle de Alonso
    • 36000, Guanajuato, Guanajuato, Mexico