Best of Uruapan, MIC
Capital of the Avocado
About Uruapan
Uruapan del Progreso stands as the second largest city in Michoacán, situated at the western edge of the Purépecha highlands near the Tierra Caliente region. Conquered by the Spanish in 1522 and laid out in 1534, it served as the state capital during the French Intervention. Today, the city functions as the distribution hub for most of Mexico's avocado crop.
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La Tapatia®
La Tapatia® serves tapatia cuisine at 20 Paseo de la Revolucion.
View details →Best Restaurants in Uruapan
16 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Rústico Bar
Rústico Bar is a restaurant located in the El Inguambo neighborhood.
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Cocina Economica Mary
Cocina Economica Mary is a restaurant located in the Barrio de Santiago neighborhood.
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Don Cangrejo
Don Cangrejo is a restaurant in the El Inguambo neighborhood. It serves steak house fare along with seafood and fish.
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La Burreria
La Burreria serves regional Mexican and burger cuisine in the Barrio de Santiago neighborhood.
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Comida China Soriana
Comida China Soriana serves Chinese cuisine in the El Inguambo neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Uruapan
2 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Cafe La Lucha
Cafe La Lucha is a coffee shop located in the Barrio de Santiago neighborhood.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Uruapan
1 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
Best Things to Do in Uruapan
3 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Museo Regional La Huatápera
Located in the Barrio de Santiago, the Museo Regional La Huatápera serves as a local attraction. It offers visitors a chance to explore regional history within this specific neighborhood.
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Casa mas chiquita del mundo
Casa mas chiquita del mundo is an attraction located in the Barrio de Santiago neighborhood.
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La Huátapera
La Huátapera is an attraction located in the Barrio de Santiago neighborhood.
Best Shops in Uruapan
7 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Promoda Outlet Multimarcas
Promoda Outlet Multimarcas is a shop located in the El Inguambo neighborhood.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Uruapan
40 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Escalera de Cascadas
Escalera de Cascadas is a park located in the Barrio de Santiago neighborhood.
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Glorieta del Cacahuate
Glorieta del Cacahuate is a park located in the El Inguambo neighborhood.
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Inifap Capo Experimental Uruapan
Inifap Capo Experimental Uruapan is a park located in the El Inguambo neighborhood.
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Mansión del Cupatitzio
Mansión del Cupatitzio is a park located in the Barrio de Santiago neighborhood.
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Mural de los Orígenes de Uruapan
Located in the Barrio de Santiago, the Mural de los Orígenes de Uruapan is a park featuring significant local artwork. It serves as a public space dedicated to the region's history and cultural heritage.
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