Religious site
Cuernavaca Cathedral
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Cuernavaca Cathedral, part of the former Franciscan monastery complex, is a UNESCO World Heritage site dating from the 1520s. Its stark exterior belies a rich interior: the main nave features restored 17th-century frescoes depicting the arrival of the first Franciscan missionaries. The adjacent open chapel, one of the oldest in Mexico, is a highlight, with its three arches and faded murals. The cathedral's peaceful cloister and garden provide a quiet retreat from the bustling city.
Don't miss
- The open chapel (Capilla Abierta) with its three-arched portico and 16th-century frescoes
- The restored mural cycle in the main nave showing Franciscan history
- The tranquil cloister garden with original stone fountain
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Cuernavaca Cathedral
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inGuided visit "Meet the Lady of the Cathedrals" / Guided Visit to Cathedral4.8★ · 21 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$8 per personSee dates →
Best full dayTaxco, Cuernavaca & Pre-Hispanic Mine optional visit4.5★ · 606 travelers~11 hoursFree cancellationFrom$39 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePRIVATE TOUR Colonial Town Taxco and Cuernavaca from CDMX.4.8★ · 12 travelers8–9 hoursFree cancellationFrom$240 per personSee dates →More attractions in Cuernavaca