Things to do in Monterrey: history, museums and culture
From the Macroplaza and Barrio Antiguo to Parque Fundidora and the riverwalk, Monterrey packs a lot into its center. Senda arrives at the Central de Autobuses, next to the metro.
Top things to see and do
Our pick of the places to visit in and around Things to do in Monterrey:
Macroplaza
Museo de Historia Mexicana
MARCO
Paseo Santa Lucía
Parque Fundidora
Barrio Antiguo
El Obispado
Cerro de la Silla views
Cabrito and carne asada
Best time
October to April
How long
2 to 3 days
Senda to
Monterrey Central Bus Station
Plan your trip to Things to do in Monterrey
Senda takes you to Monterrey. Search your date, choose your seat and pay online; your e-ticket arrives by email.
Getting to Things to do in Monterrey 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 Things to do in Monterrey 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
- Matehuala: about 11 buses a day, around 4h 25min, from MX$424
Schedules and fares change by date and season; search your date to see live times and prices.
The last stretch
From Monterrey Central Bus Station, take Metrorrey Line 1 from Central station to Cuauhtémoc and change to Line 2 for Zaragoza, under the Macroplaza. A taxi or ride-hailing app takes about 10 minutes.
Related guides
Parque Fundidora guide · Monterrey nature day trips · 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 Things to do in Monterrey
Monterrey, founded in 1596, became Mexico’s industrial capital in the late 19th century with brewing, glass and steel. The Fundidora steelworks closed in 1986 and became today’s park. The city is also a major destination for concerts, football at Estadio BBVA and Estadio Universitario, and events at Parque Fundidora. Summers are very hot; bring water and plan outdoor visits for the morning.