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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16 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Uruapan
2 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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.
Best Shops in Uruapan
7 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Uruapan
40 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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