7 Morelia Tours Worth Booking

1.Morelia City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 110 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $33Our pick

3-hour Morelia walking tour with free UNESCO stops, churches, convents, and aqueduct views, guided in English. Private pickup available.

“We were in town for a wedding and wanted something to do the day after before we had to head back to the airport. We went as a group of 3 and it was amazing! Rodrigo is phenomenal!!! I can't say enough about him. The tour is an amazing use of time and an amazing bargain at its price too! You start at the old town square and church, where he also shows you the local artist exposition which is worth going to see on its own! He was a great guide and extremely knowledgeable about Morelia, Michoacan, Mexico, and honestly history itself. I love history and it seems like…”

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2.Monarch Butterfly Tour (Departing from Morelia)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $217

Private Monarch Butterfly tour from Morelia at 6:30am to Sierra Chincua, with hotel pickup, guide, ticket, snacks, and altitude views.

“An early rise is definitely worth it to beat the crowds. Rodrigo is very knowledgeable and I learnt a lot from this trip as well as seeing the beautiful countryside and the amazing story of the Monarch butterflies.”

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3.Pátzcuaro Tour From Morelia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $122

Private Pátzcuaro day trip from Morelia with Tzintzuntzan ruins, Janitzio island, traditional lunch, and guided history in English.

“Our tour guide was very nice, friendly, and knowledgeable. Ask for Rodrigo. I asked for my tour in Spanish, but he said that he speaks English fluently as well. We had a small group of 3, including my 65yr old mother. We spent pretty much all day with Rodrigo since he took us to various historical places, providing us with aircondioned vehicle, cold water, and food. I was totally pleased.”

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4.Monarch Butterfly

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 33 reviews · 10 hours · from $116

Experience Monarchs in Michoacán's El Rosario sanctuary, a 10-hour oyamel forest hike from Morelia with a SECTUR guide and time at Los núcleos.

“Guide MarLu was excellent. View of monarchs was breathtaking. A strenuous walk after entrance —-up steps and trails for about 3km and up 2000 feet of elevation to reach 10,000 feet. Horses available. Entry fee of 150 pesos not included in tour fee—cash only.”

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5.Monarch Butterfly Private Tour (Morelia)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $379

Private monarch butterfly morning from Morelia with hotel pickup, a calm small-group ride, and a hike into the UNESCO sanctuary.

“This was such an amazing experience. Alfredo was so knowledgeable, and kind. He went above and beyond to make the trip to see the butterflies memorable. Everything went extremely smooth, given that he is an expert in what he does. He also accommodates breakfast and lunch with local restaurants, so you truly get an authentic experience. I 10/10 recommend Alfredo for anyone looking to experience the Monarch sanctuary!”

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6.Patzcuaro, Santa Clara del Cobre -Copper Town- & Tzintzuntzan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $122

A private day trip from Morelia to Tzintzuntzan, Santa Clara del Cobre, and Pátzcuaro, with lunch, crafts, and history.

“There is nothing better to get to know Michoacán than visiting its magical towns. To enjoy this magnificent experience, there is nothing better than doing it with a professional. Rodrigo is the right person for this type of events. He is very attentive and seems to enjoy sharing his extensive knowledge about the culture and history of these towns and their people. Tzintzuntzan, Santa Clara and Pátzcuaro are a must-see when traveling to Morelia. Through Rodrigo we were able to learn, among many other things, about the greatness of another of the important ethnic groups in Mexico, the Purépechas, who never bowed to the Aztecs and that to this day…”

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7.Patzcuaro & Janitzio Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $75

Pátzcuaro and Janitzio day trip from Morelia with an included round-trip boat ride, small group pace, and expert English guide Alfredo.

“Alfredo was amazing, so knowledgeable. No one else was on the tour it ended up a private tour and took us to wonderful restaurants with locals”

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