Grutas de García: visit the caves near Monterrey
Large limestone caves high in the mountains west of Monterrey, reached by cable car. Take a Senda bus to Monterrey and continue by car or tour.
Top things to see and do
Our pick of the places to visit in and around Grutas de García:
Cave chambers
Rock formations
Cable car
Views over the sierra
Marine fossils
Walking route
Park at the base
Cool inside
Weekends
Best time
All year; avoid peak midday heat outside
How long
Half a day
Senda to
Monterrey, then car or tour
Plan your trip to Grutas de García
Senda takes you to Monterrey. Search your date, choose your seat and pay online; your e-ticket arrives by email.
Getting to Grutas de García with Senda
Senda bus to Monterrey
about 108 a day from Saltillo
From 6 cities
Saltillo, Nuevo Laredo, Ciudad Victoria, San Luis Potosí
From Saltillo: about 2h 15min
fares from MX$139
How to get to Grutas de García by bus
Senda buses arrive at Monterrey Central Bus Station. Departures in the next 30 days, as shown in the booking flow:
- Saltillo: about 108 buses a day, around 2h 15min, from MX$139
- Nuevo Laredo: about 22 buses a day, around 3h 35min, from MX$366
- Ciudad Victoria: about 18 buses a day, around 4h, from MX$345
- San Luis Potosí: about 13 buses a day, around 7h 05min, from MX$764
- Reynosa: about 12 buses a day, around 3h 30min, from MX$352
- Tampico: about 13 buses a day, around 7h 45min, from MX$394
Schedules and fares change by date and season; search your date to see live times and prices.
The last stretch
The caves are in the municipality of García, about an hour west of Monterrey. Go by car, taxi, ride-hailing app or an organized tour; a cable car takes visitors up the mountainside to the cave entrance.
Related guides
Monterrey nature day trips guide · Monterrey Central Bus Station guide · Saltillo to Monterrey bus · Nuevo Laredo to Monterrey bus
Travel tips
Arrive at the bus station at least 30 minutes before departure with your e-ticket and an official photo ID.
Senda allows up to 2 bags of up to 25 kg each in the hold, plus a small carry-on.
About Grutas de García
The Grutas de García were formed in limestone that was once the floor of an ancient sea, which is why marine fossils can be seen in the rock. The caves became known to the public in the 19th century and are now one of the best-known natural sites in Nuevo León. Check opening hours and fees before you go.