Welcome! You are about to read a brief text that will make you forget about everything and take an express mental tour to one of the smallest states in the country, yet the one with immense culture, adventure sports and magical places, we are talking about the State of Hidalgo.

Are you ready? By the end of this article, you will feel compelled to travel to Hidalgo, and even more so if you live in Mexico City since you are just 1 hour and 35 minutes away from your next weekend plan, let us begin...

Things to do in Hidalgo

• Discover the magical ecotourism in Hidalgo: As the title suggests, you will have the opportunity to witness the most spectacular sites in the state, such as the Xoxafi Caves, located in the municipality of Santiago de Anaya. This mysterious place is a set of caves and tunnels that you can explore with experts. Observe fascinating rock formations created by water filtration and humidity, better known as stalactites and stalagmites. This activity is ideal if you are travelling with children, they will learn a lot while having fun.

Continuing with ecotourism, you cannot miss a tour to the Grutas de Tolantongo, a place that is so instagrammable! We are sure that you have seen this place on more than one social network. You will find options with transportation included from different points of the city of Pachuca, so it will be easy to access it without worrying about how to get there. Here you can enjoy a day walking around, exploring the captivating caves or swimming in its thermal water pools that resemble a relaxing jacuzzi. But the biggest advantage is that you will have the best panoramic views with the sun on the horizon and abundant vegetation. Absolutely unmatched!

• Tours through the most charming town, Huasca de Ocampo: this site has it all, even being close to the most touristic places in Hidalgo. This town will offer you guided tours of one of its thirteen natural wonders, the Basaltic Prisms. These rocks are formed in a polygonal shape and are a spectacle to behold, thanks to the colours that the natural lighting produce, plus the waterfall of the San Antonio Regla dam on them. You will also find tours to one of the most mystical museums, that of the goblins. If you are a curious person, this place is a treat! You will hear enchanting stories and learn so much about these mysterious little beings. What do you think? Do they exist?

It is worth mentioning that Huasca is one of the most visited towns in October and November, which is usually the best time to visit. This is when significant days like Dia de Los Muertos are observed, and you will find large estates with decorated spaces. These decorations consist of traditional objects, gifts for the deceased and offerings. As the Mexicans view these occasions as a celebration of the departed, the vibe is far from being sombre. You will also find offers with accommodation included, including night tours to listen to legendary stories and learn a little more about the culture of this place.

• Tour the Magical Towns of Hidalgo: Hidalgo is a state with several unmissable small towns that are charming and beautiful. You will find one-day express tours or even packages with lodging and transportation included to cover more places over several days. But you are probably wondering which these places are. For example, you can choose to visit Actopan, a beautiful site located in the Mezquital Valley and known as the Convent City, thanks to the presence of one of the most architecturally historic temples in the country - the Former Convent of San Nicolás de Tolentino. We also suggest that you include a tour of Huichapan, a site that acquired great importance during the Revolution. It is the ideal destination if you want to taste the authentic flavours of Hidalgo. This is because it has the best delicacies, in addition to having the most charming streets, alleyways and warm residents.

The tour of Mineral Del Chico is another one that should not be missed. Here you can choose guided tours lasting a day where experts will take you to places with spectacular views such as the National Park, the beautiful El Cedral Dam and Peña del Cuervo. Do not forget to bring a camera for this tour, because you can't fathom the beauty of this place.

As we stated at the beginning of this article, Hidalgo is one of the largest states in terms of tourism, due to the number of attractions and Magic Towns it houses. In addition, if you are a soccer lover, you will also find tours to the famous El Huracán Stadium or also known as La Casa de Los Tuzos. Get to know its in-depth history, players and the championships won here.

Without a doubt, travelling to Hidalgo is the best plan for your next vacation or the following weekend! Here you will find everything from walking tours, tours via tram or even packages that include adventure experiences such as zip-lining or rappelling. So this little mental journey ends here, but surely it gave you more than one reason to choose the state of Hidalgo as the next stop on your next trip.