The gateway city to the Copper Canyon, a canyon system larger and deeper than the Grand Canyon.
Why Visit Chihuahua
Chihuahua serves as the starting point for the Copper Canyon railway, one of the world’s great train journeys through a canyon system that is, in total, larger and in places deeper than the Grand Canyon. The city itself offers colonial architecture and museums tied to Pancho Villa and the Mexican Revolution, giving history and dramatic scenery in one trip.
Top Experiences
- Copper Canyon railway (El Chepe): A legendary rail journey through a canyon system larger than the Grand Canyon, departing from Chihuahua.
- Museo Casa de Villa: The former home of revolutionary leader Pancho Villa, now a museum of Mexican Revolution history.
- Chihuahua Cathedral: A baroque cathedral anchoring the city’s historic Plaza de Armas.
- Quinta Gameros: An Art Nouveau mansion turned museum, showcasing early 20th century regional wealth.
Book these experiences and more through guided tours from Chihuahua.
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Practical Tips
- Book Copper Canyon rail tickets well in advance, especially for the scenic first class service.
- Multi day Copper Canyon itineraries typically include stops in Creel and the canyon rim towns.
- Chihuahua’s dry desert climate means layered clothing helps for cool mornings and warm afternoons.
FAQ
What is the Copper Canyon?
A network of canyons in northern Mexico that is, combined, larger in area and deeper in places than the Grand Canyon.
How do you get to the Copper Canyon?
Via the El Chepe railway, which departs from Chihuahua and crosses the canyon system over a multi hour scenic journey.
Is Chihuahua connected to Pancho Villa?
Yes, his former home is preserved as the Museo Casa de Villa, covering his role in the Mexican Revolution.
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