Things to do in Monterrey

Attractions, tours and experiences in Monterrey, Mexico, ordered by how much they are worth your time — and flagged where you should book ahead.

• Estadio BBVA — stadium. FIFA 26 host venue. 4 matches scheduled. "El Gigante de Acero" — futuristic stadium with mountain views.
• Cerro de la Silla (Saddle Mountain) — viewpoint. Iconic four-peaked mountain — Monterrey's natural symbol. Cable car or hiking trails.
• Macroplaza — fan_zone. Planned FIFA Fan Festival site. One of the largest plazas in the world — surrounded by museums and the iconic Faro del Comercio.
• Parque Fundidora — park. 350-acre park in a former steel mill — biking, paddleboating, 30+ contemporary art installations, kid-friendly.
• Cola de Caballo (Day Trip) — viewpoint. "Horsetail Falls" — 25m waterfall in Sierra Madre, 40 min south. Hiking, ziplines, horseback riding.
• Barrio Antiguo — neighborhood. Historic colonial-era neighborhood — colorful streets, indie bars, art galleries. Best at night.
• Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Monterrey (MARCO) — museum. Contemporary art museum in striking modernist building — rotating Latin American artist exhibitions.

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