Chihuahua Travel Guide

Mexico
Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe
In this large Mexican state, see impressive geographical contrasts of vast deserts, wide rocky canyons, beautiful river valleys and lush forests.

Chihuahua is one of the largest states in México, covering an area bigger than the United Kingdom. It’s no surprise that it’s also known as “El Estado Grande” (the Big State). Visit Chihuahua to see its spectacular landscapes, with imposing rugged mountainous terrain and sandy deserts. Marvel at the great variety of plant and animals species living in one of the most biologically diverse regions in the world.

The famous Desierto de Chihuahua (Chihuahuan Desert) extends at both sides of the border between México and the United States. Explore a region full of rich valleys separated by dramatic mountain ranges. See the Sierra Madre Occidental (Western Mountains), an extension of the American Rocky Mountains. One of the most famous attractions in the area, Las Barrancas del Cobre (Copper Canyon), a spectacular group of six canyons, is here.

Discover other great ranges, including the Sierra Madre Oriental (Eastern Mountains) and the picturesque Sky Islands, which are isolated mountains surrounded by radically different lowland environments.

Learn about the many animals and plants living in the desert and the devastating effects of urbanization and overgrazing in the region. The well-known species here include the lobo gris Chihuahueño (Chihuahuan gray wolf), the zorro norteño (northern fox) and the correcaminos norteño (northern roadrunner).

In the desert area, you’ll find populated areas of Chihuahua. Ciudad Juarez and the U.S. town of El Paso in Texas form El-Paso-Juarez, a very large bi-national metropolitan area on the border between the two countries.

Visit Chihuahua City, capital of the state, to see a traditional Mexican town. Stop at the Museo Casa Chihuahua, a downtown museum with fine artworks and exhibits. In the basement is the jail cell of Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a Mexican Roman Catholic priest and a leader of the Mexican War of Independence. In the city center, take photos of the Templo de San Francisco (Church of Saint Francis), one of the few colonial monuments remaining in Chihuahua.

Popular cities in Chihuahua

Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Ciudad Juarez
Known for Dining, Shopping and Business
Discover the story of this tenacious Mexican frontier town on a tour of its galleries, museums, national monuments, parks and plazas.

Reasons to visit

  • Central Park
  • Paso del Norte Cultural Center
  • Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Chihuahua
Known for Dining, Shopping and Museums
Visit a Latin American city with charming colonial buildings and beautiful monuments. This picturesque Mexican town has a rich past full of brave patriotic heroes.

Reasons to visit

  • Cathedral of Chihuahua
  • Quinta Gameros Cultural Center
Urique
Urique
Known for Scenery, Adventure and Zip lining
Explore secluded Urique: its adventures, ziplining, sightseeing and more!
Cuauhtemoc
Cuauhtemoc
Known for Culture, Theatres and Monuments
Escape to Cuauhtemoc! Enjoy its culture, theatre and monuments.
Hidalgo del Parral
Hidalgo del Parral
Known for Friendly people, Shopping and Dining
Hidalgo del Parral is calling! Discover its monuments, history, dining and more.
Delicias
Delicias
Known for Friendly people, Business and Family-friendly
Explore Delicias: its monuments, dining, museums and more!