Out and about town there are many historic buildings and spaces to keep visitors occupied.
Museo de Cuauhnahuac: Construction of this building began in 1522 and over centuries it has been modified and expanded, first by Hernan Cortes and then by his descendants. The museum covers local archeology, history, colonial art, weaponry, and everyday artifacts. A series of murals by Diego Rivera are located in the museum depicting Mexican history.
Jardin Juarez: This small square across from the Plaza has free bands and concerts on Thursday evenings.
Jardin Borda: Designed in the 18th century this large, formal garden is the most visited site in Cuernavaca. At an artificial lake, you can rent a rowboat and row the same pond French, Austrian, and Mexican nobility enjoyed. There is also a cafe for snacks and drinks.
Catedral de la Asuncion: A church built in 1529, it is noted for its skull and crossbones over the main entrance, the 17th century Japanese wall paintings, and its Sunday morning mariachi masses. Paintings depict pre-Hispanic life.
Robert Brady Museum: Ceramics, paintings, sculptures, furniture, and tapestries can be seen in this restored colonial mansion turned museum.
Xochicalco: Meaning "Place of Flowers", these small ruins include a pyramid and ball court. A small solar powered museum on the same site has a cafe bookstore and giftshop.
Balneario Temixco: Originally a 16th century sugar plantation, this aquatic park has 10 wading pools, 15 swimming pools, water slides, a wave pool, and a full bar.
Casa De Maximiliano: This adobe house once belonged to Emperor Maximilian. Today it houses the Museo de Medicina Tradicional, which features exhibits about medicinal and religious uses of Mexican plants and herbs.
Jungla Magica: A Mexican amusement park with water slides, a haunted house, a small water park, a natural lake, reptile house, an aviary, and a planetarium.
Piramide De Teopanzolco: This small Tlahuican ceremonial center was discovered in 1910. After the Aztecs conquered the Tlahuican, they began to build a new temple around the old one. You can climb up the stairs to the 30-ft pyramid.
San Anton Falls: This 132-ft waterfall is a sight to see. Even though the waters fall into a trash filled pool, the walkways that wind under and around the falls makes the trip worthwhile.
Shopping
The local handicrafts market sells items such as souvenirs, textiles, and silver. When tour buses arrive, many handicraft vendors sell their wares outside the cathedral gates. Onyx, quartz, crystals, and tiger’s eye are sold at several of the public markets around town as well as other gifts, souvenirs, and crafts.
Sports and Exercise
Golf is a popular past time in Cuernavaca due to the appealing climate all year round. Here are some recommended clubs if you fancy lowering your handicap.
The most popular golf spot, at The Tabachines Golf Club and Restaurant is an 18-hole course designed by Percy Clifford. This course is open for public play. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and the popular Sunday brunch are enjoyed at the restaurant.
The course at the Club de Golf Hacienda is surrounded by more than 3,000 trees, has two lagoons, and views of the volcanoes. This 18-hole golf course was designed by Joe Finger.
Also for lesser-enthusiasts is the Golf Club Cuernavaca. This 9 hole course is situated on Plutarco Elias Calles 31, Colonia Club de Golf. Cuernavaca, Morelos.
Bars and Nightclubs
In addition to tourists, locals, students and vacationers from Mexico City make Cuernavaca come alive during the weekends. Mariachi bands wander on the corner of Plaza de Armas serenading passersby. Along the Plazuels del Zacate, people gather along the bars and cafes at nighttime. There are quite a few popular dance clubs with high cover charges.
To get away from the loud music, dancing scene, and bars, Cuernavaca has a variety of cinemas and theaters. National and international music and dance performances, films with Spanish subtitles and plays are quite popular.
Out and about town there are many historic buildings and spaces to keep visitors occupied.
