Mexico and Central America Gardens & parks + Museum pictures

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Soaring over San Miguel de Allende’s central plaza are the neo-Gothic towers of a centuries-old parish church, which honors the city’s patron saint.

Soaring over San Miguel de Allende’s central plaza are the neo-Gothic towers of a centuries-old parish church, which honors the city’s patron saint.

Inside this museum is a vast collection of traditional Mexican toys, which are a celebration of childhood and the talents of the artisans who created them.

Leon today is much more than an industrial city and transportation hub. It’s a lively, historic destination with an exciting arts scene and striking architecture.

Be serenaded by mariachi band members dressed in brightly colored costumes and visit a museum dedicated to tequila at this lively square. 

Visit a small city that captures the imagination with striking-looking architecture, ancient religious buildings and the creative output of talented Mexican artisans.

Marvel at the dazzling exhibitions of well-preserved colonial art on display inside one of Mexico’s finest examples of Baroque architecture.

Feel the pulse of the city at its main plaza, a lively haunt bordered by historical buildings and with a beautiful park at its center.

Learn about one of Mexico’s prodigal sons through his landscape paintings and admire the impressive 17th-century mansion hosting this museum.

Visit a small city that captures the imagination with striking-looking architecture, ancient religious buildings and the creative output of talented Mexican artisans.

This sprawling urban park has everything from a biking track and museums to picnic grounds, sports fields and a waterpark. 

Join locals at this popular, leafy plaza in the heart of colonial Tequisquiapan. It is overlooked by a grand neoclassical church and is the perfect people-watching spot.

Beautiful green gardens, water features and sporting facilities make this urban green space a wonderful place to relax or work out.

This sprawling urban park has everything from a biking track and museums to picnic grounds, sports fields and a waterpark. 

Visit a small city that captures the imagination with striking-looking architecture, ancient religious buildings and the creative output of talented Mexican artisans.

Marvel at the dazzling exhibitions of well-preserved colonial art on display inside one of Mexico’s finest examples of Baroque architecture.

Step into a beautifully ordered formal garden in the heart of Leon and wander around a tranquil, green space framed by a historic square.

Browse the many stalls of artisanal handicrafts, try delicious homemade Mexican cuisine and visit some of the impressive colonial churches.