Morelia Travel Guide

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Alternative names: Founded: 1541 (483 years ago)Population: 676 thous. (2020)Elevation: 6280 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 19°42'1"N, 101°11'6"W
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MichoacánMexico

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Morelia Top Attractions

Morelia Attractions - What to See and Explore

Morelia offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Cathedral, Corpus Christi Cathedral, Santuario de Guadalupe, Casa Natal de Morelos. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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Day trips

Morelia – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Morelia, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Tzintzuntzan (Tzintsuntzan), Ihuatzio Archaeological Site (Tzintsuntzan), Huandacareo.

  • tzintzuntzan tzintsuntzan26 milesW
  • ihuatzio archaeological site tzintsuntzan30 milesW
  • huandacareo21 milesN
  • biblioteca gertrudis bocanegra patzcuaro30 milesSW
  • lake cuitzeo17 milesN

Best Time To Visit Morelia

Learn when is the best time to travel to Morelia weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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April, July and December are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in March, May and June.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in April, May, June, July, August, September and October. While the coldest is in January, November and December.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February and March. Most of it rains in July and August.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

Sunrise

Best Ways to Experience the City

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Food & drink

Cuisine

A guide to some of the best local dishes and drinks that you will meet in the region.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Morelia?

What is the best time to visit Morelia?

April, July and December are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in March, May and June. The highest air temperature is in April, May, June, July, August, September and October. While the coldest is in January, November and December.

Where to next? Visit michoacan Michoacán region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Mexico.