Balcones Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Zacango Zoo
Admire the picturesque and serene setting and interact with your favorite animals in one of the largest zoos in the country.
Valle de Bravo Dam
Try the diverse array of watersports on this scenic lake, wander through the forest and explore quaint villages and parks.
Velo de Novia Waterfalls
Nestled within lush green foliage is this pretty waterfall, where milky white water spills down a cliff face and flows over huge boulders.
The Cosmovitral
Marvel at the exquisite collection of stained-glass windows housed within a striking art nouveau building with a vast array of plants.
Church of Calvary
Admire the mosaic work of art on the sloping lawn in front of this hilltop temple and enjoy views of Metepec’s historic town center.
Nemesio Díez Stadium
Catch an event at Nemesio Díez Stadium during your trip to Toluca. Take in the festivals and countryside in the area.
Activities
Valle de Bravo: Half-Day Guided City Tour by Van
Our pick of the best Balcones Hotel Deals
El lugar del que te hable Hotel Boutique
Todo excelente. Gran diseño. Gracias por la hospitalidad
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hotel El Rebozo
Hotel Las Piñas Avándaro
Casa Ripoll
Excelente atención servicio amabilidad todo super excepcional
Reviewed on 27 May 2025
El Santuario Resort & Spa
Very nice and clean need very little updates Staff very friendly and helpful price $$ Nice views lake and mountains
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Hotel Misión Grand Valle De Bravo
The hotel was nice and comfortable, we had a good stay. The room was clean but it would have benefitted from warmer/thicker sheets in the beds. The service was good but the instructions for the use of the jacuzzi were unclear so we were unable to use it.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balcones
Avandaro
While visiting Avandaro, you might make a stop by sights like Velo de Novia Waterfalls and Valle de Bravo Dam.
Monte Alto
While Monte Alto may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Museum Joaquin Arcadio Curroc Valle de Bravo and Central Square.
Santa María Ahuacatlán
If you're spending some time in Santa María Ahuacatlán, Valle de Bravo Dam and Museum Joaquin Arcadio Curroc Valle de Bravo are top sights worth seeing.
Loma Bonita
When in Loma Bonita, you can plan a visit to Museum Joaquin Arcadio Curroc Valle de Bravo and Central Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Valle de Bravo Centro
While visiting Valle de Bravo Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Valle de Bravo Dam and Central Square.
La Capilla
While there might not be top attractions in La Capilla, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Central Square and Museum Joaquin Arcadio Curroc Valle de Bravo.
