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Morelia

Morelia is the capital of the state, characterized by its rich cultural and artistic tradition. The region of Morelia also offers typical Michoacán towns like Charo, Capula, Tiripetio, Cuitzeo and Huandacareo that offer the opportunity to visit archeological zones, enjoy the hot springs and taste the wonderful cuisine.

Due to the harmonious atmosphere and the traditional architecture, Morelia is on UNESCO's World Heritage List.

Morelia also has an amazing zoo. It possesses a fantastic 60 acre collection of more than 3,800 examples of 430 different species from all over the world. 49.8% of the animal life is local and the remaining 50.2% is exotic animal life.

It has an outstanding historical center with colonial monuments like the Cathedral, the Tarascas, the Aqueduct, its public plazas, the San Nicolás de Hidalgo College, more than 10 interesting museums and a market full of arts and crafts and sweets where tourists can buy traditional Michoacán candy and arts and crafts from the region.

Uruapan

The Uruapan region offers a diversity of culture and natural beauty. It is made up of hundreds of acres of forest that during the centuries have been home to some of the most ancient Michoacán towns.

This region is characterized by its fertile land allowing different fruits and unique flowers to grow, diverse architectural structures from the 16th century, and the Tingambato pre-Columbian archeological zone. The essence of Mexico can be enjoyed in the streets through its festivals, music, dances, cuisine and costumes.

The city of Uruapan was named the "Avocado Capital of the World" in 1858 and was then also called "Uruapan of Progress". Nevertheless, the most accurate title is "the true cradle of maque" because of their production of trays, cups, masks and other objects decorated with this technique that goes back to pre-Columbian times.

Some of the main attractions in Uruapan are: the Huatápera, the "Antojitos" Market, the San Francisco Temple, the Plaza of the Martyrs, the Eduardo Ruiz Municipal Museum, the Eduardo Ruiz National Park, the Artisan Market, the San Pedro Factory, the narrowest house in the world (registered in the Guinness Book World of Records at only 1.4 x 7.7 meters), the Caracha Spa, and the Tingambato Archeological Zone.

Uruapan also has great natural attractions like the Santa Catarina Dam, the Tzaráracua Waterfall and the Tzararacuita Waterfall.

Pátzcuaro

Pátzcuaro is the heart of the "lacustre" or lake zone. This area was the main pre-Hispanic religious center in Michocán because the ancient inhabitants of this land believed this to be the door to the sky from which the gods descended and transcended. In 1540, Don Vasco de Quiroga transferred from Tzintzuntzan to Pátzcuaro the bishopric of Michoacán, making the city the capital of Michoacán.

Pátzcuaro is a true colonial jewel where baroque and neo-classical style religious monuments can be appreciated. Buildings of adobe and tile create a harmonious atmosphere with plazas and fountains. The people are always amiable and create an enchanting environment that invites you to return again and again.

The main attractions in Pátzcuaro are: the Our Lady of Health Basilica, the Museum of Industrial and Popular Art, the Compañía de Jesús Temple and College, House of Eleven Patios (old convent of the Dominican nuns), Plaza Vasco de Quiroga, the old San Agustín Convent, and the San Francisco Temple.

Some places on the outskirts of Pátzcuaro are Zacapu, considered to be the first home of the Purépecha, Santa Fe de la Laguna, the colonial town of Erongarícuaro, and Santa Clara del Cobre, which is world famous for its copper work.

Zitácuaro

Zitácuaro is a region of forests with lots of vegetation, and approximately a million acres of pine, evergreen, and oyamel fir trees.

This is a region of mining towns, archeological zones, beautiful landscapes, exquisite and high quality crafts made by the magahuas and otomíes people, and great cuisine.

The city is a Heroic City of Independence. The title was earned by defending its population during the war. Its most popular attractions are the Cerrito de la Independencia, at the top of which you will find the monument to General Ignacio López Rayón, the Flag Monument, the Benito Juárez Civic Plaza, the Constitution Garden and the Mora del Cañonazo Garden.

In the surrounding areas you will find other towns like Presa del Bosque, San Matías, Ciudad Hidalgo, Pucuato, Sabaneta and Mata de Pinos, the grottos of Tziranda, San Felipe de los Alzati, Aporo and Senguio among others.

The main attractions in this region are the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuaries. The sanctuaries are protected areas but open to visitors. Angangueo and Ocampo are departure points when traveling to Cerro Campanario, located in the public land, "El Rosario", one of the butterfly sanctuaries. In "Sierra Chincua" in the place called "El Llano de las Papas" or "the Plain of the Popes", you will find another sanctuary. The sanctuaries are full of butterflies originating from Canada and the United States. The butterfly season is from November to March.

Lázaro Cárdenas

In Lázaro Cárdenas, the varied landscape lends itself to extreme sports and ecotourism. This region is an excellent alternative for relaxation on the beautiful Michoacán coast. The main attractions are the beaches of Maruata, the Bucerías Lighthouse, the Estero de Pichi and the Mexcala Lagoon.

Surfing is best at La Ticla and Nexpa beaches. The conditions are exceptional for surfing since the surges are consistently about 2 or 3 meters high. The waves are considered safe for beginners. Playa Azul is another great beach for surfing.

San Juan de Alima is another beach near San Telmo Point that has a lot of vegetation, exotic birds and a tranquil atmosphere.

Zamora

The city of Zamora has a wide range of attractions both in and around the city. Visitors will encounter typical towns like Meseta Purépecha that preserve their traditions like their indigenous language and high quality and beautifully designed crafts like Patamban pottery, the famous green pineapples from San Jose, embroidery work, the basketwork of Santiago Tangamandapio, the colorful mud figure of Ocumicho, huaraches and hats from Azuayo, delicate orange blossoms from Chilchota, and the cut crystal crafts from Yurécuaro, among others.

The attractions in the city include: the Federal Palace, the Civil Hospital, the parochial Church, the Cathedral, the San Francisco Temple, the Juan Diego Chapel (the old Guadalupe Sanctuary), the Immaculado o Purísima Parish, the Guadalupano Sanctuary (Unfinished Cathedral), the Señor de La Salud Parish (Calvario) and the Obrero Theater.

Around Zamora there are a lot of other options like: Tangancícuaro, Camécuaro, La Cañada de los Once Pueblos, Carapan, Jacona, La Cantera, Tarecuato, Tingüindín, Chorros del Varal and El Salto (Los Reyes), Peribán and Zacán.