Tourist Attractions in Pátzcuaro
Find here what to do, where to go and what visitin the Best Attractions from Pátzcuaro
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1
Our Lady of Health Basilica 
This 16th-century building houses the remains of Don Vasco de Quiroga and the figure of the Virgin of Health that was molded in corn cane paste.
- Arciga esq. Benigno Serrato, in the Garden of the Basilica
2
Temple and College of the Company of Jesus
Former cathedral seat, this 17th-century building is now the House of Culture.
- Enseñanza esq. Alcantarilla
3
Janitzio (Lake Islands)
On Janitzio is a huge Statue of Jose Maria Morelos, a hero of the Mexican Independence War. The statue itself houses 52 murals. The restaurants on this island, famous for their white fish, Blanco de Patzcuaro, are also a popular attraction.
- Located in the Lake Patzcuaro
4
House of the Eleven Courtyards
This Baroque building dates back to the 17th century. Woven products, lacquer, and other arts and crafts are sold on site.
- Madrigal de las Flores s/n
5
Nevería La Pacanda
Located in Portales, offers over 45 flavors, the most popular pulp is snow.(+52-434) 342-0752
- Open daily, from 10 to 20:30 hrs.
- Portal Hidalgo s/n
- Opposite the Hotel Los Escudos
6
Joaquinita Chocolate
You know the chocolate making process, from preparation of cocoa to get the different finished products, as well as a cup of chocolate taste bitter or sweet.(+52-434) 342-5607
- Enseñanza No. 38
7
The Museum of Popular Arts and Industries
This museum houses a large collection of Michoacan arts and crafts, including maque lacquer. The floor, which is made of bones of animals and flagstone, is the most outstanding feature of this building.(+52-434) 342-1029|web page
- Adults $37 ()
- Open Tue through Fri, from 9 to 18 hrs., Sat and Sun, 10 to 19 hrs. Closed Mondays
- Arciga esq. Alcantarilla
8
Tzintzuntzan
This archaeological site is famous for its wheat-straw crafts and its Pre-Hispanic buildings known as yacatas.
- Located 17 km (10.5 miles) of Patzcuaro, on the shores of the lake.
9
Santiago Apostol Temple of Tupataro
Agustina Chapel XVI century. Stands the altar and ceiling with coffered eighteenth century painted by indigenous artists, considered the Sistine Chapel of Michoacán.
- Located in Tupátaro, 18 km (11 miles) east of the City.
- In the direction to Morelia, at kilometer 40 take the road on the right
