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Things to Do  

Trolley Bus

Trolley Bus, Hermosillo

 cinthya_in_victoria Says:  In Zaragoza Plaza you can take a ride at the trolley bus which will take you to the both modern and old Hermosillo. The guide, whom is dressed like the 20's, will explain the history of each place it takes you. This trolley stops in Dona Maria shop, make sure to buy... 

Government Palace

Government Palace, Hermosillo

 cinthya_in_victoria Says:  It's construction began in 1881 and ended in 1906. On it's murals you can view a good part of Sonora's history. A very beautiful building!! 

Zaragoza Plaza

Zaragoza Plaza, Hermosillo

 cinthya_in_victoria Says:  In this plaza you find the Cathedral and the Government Palace. In the center there's a kiosk from where you can have excellent images. Full of big trees and some street vendors, this place is definitely a great choice to spend a relaxing and comfortable time. 

Hermosillo's Catedral de la Asuncion

Hermosillo's Catedral de la Asuncion, Hermosillo

 cinthya_in_victoria Says:  This Cathedral was built in 1877 and it's the city icon. Don't miss the chace to visit it. It's located in the Zaragoza Plaza. 

Sonora's Museum!!

Sonora's Museum!!, Hermosillo

 cinthya_in_victoria Says:  This place used to be a jail and now it's a museum. Find out more about Sonora's history and antique mexican ruins by visting it. Don't forget to enter to the catacombs which are very impressive. There are a bookstore and a souvenir shop. 

Cerro de la Campana

Cerro de la Campana, Hermosillo

 cinthya_in_victoria Says:  Or Bell's hill it's a great choice to have a look of the city, speically at night. At the top there's a communications antenna of local TV. It is a popular destination by locals and some couples who wants to have some "privacy" =) 

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Restaurants  

Mariachisimo and Xochimilco: A taste of Sonora

Mariachisimo and Xochimilco: A taste of Sonora, Hermosillo

 cinthya_in_victoria Says:  Enjoy eating and drinking listening to a live mariachi. These places are one of the most populars in town and you gotta visit them as they are next to the other. They are visited by many famous people whom you can see their pictures in a wall. Chances are you are invited to... 

Jaas Light: Tacos light?

Jaas Light: Tacos light?, Hermosillo

 jmbredeck Says:  Convenient location, popular hang-out, a place you can eat tacos and have 'light' food at the same time . . . Tacos served in big lettuce leaves (hence, the 'light' label) a Light (lechiga y carne asada) costs 12.00 pesos and an Ultra Light (Lechuga y filete de pavo) costs... 

Xochimilco: Xochimilco

Xochimilco: Xochimilco, Hermosillo

 jmbredeck Says:  Traditional regional cuisine, barbecue steak Meat dishes 

Restaurante Mariachismo: Restaurante Mariachismo

Restaurante Mariachismo: Restaurante Mariachismo, Hermosillo

 jmbredeck Says:  Enjoy listening to the Mariachi Meat dishes 

Asadero Don Chuy: roasted meat tacos

Asadero Don Chuy: roasted meat tacos, Hermosillo

 cinthya_in_victoria Says:  DON'T you miss the chance to try one of north's specialities!!!! This place is owned by one of my grandmother's friend and I've been there several times. If you haven't eaten roasted meat tacos, you haven't been in Hermosillo!!! 

Tacos Fish: Seafood tacos???

Tacos Fish: Seafood tacos???, Hermosillo

 cinthya_in_victoria Says:  You not only find tacos in Mexico City but in Hermosillo too, so there are a lot of street stands selling the famous Tacos Fish. Basically it's a shrimp taco and you can put whatever you want to it like lettuce, mayonaise, etc. Very tasty, very cheap, very Hermosillo!! 

Applebee's: International cuisine

Applebee's: International cuisine, Hermosillo

 cinthya_in_victoria Says:  Perfect place to have a drink!! ...or to eat =) Sandwiches and grill's 

Nightlife  

Neo: Dancing

Neo: Dancing, Hermosillo

 cinthya_in_victoria Says:  Neo is a popular nightclub in town visited principaly by young people but you find people from any age. It offers live music as well as the latest hits on the radio. Make sure to arrive early as it is very crownded! no sneakers! 

Freedom: Freedom

Freedom: Freedom, Hermosillo

 jmbredeck Says:  Loud and lively - everbody needs a little Freedom 

Shopping  

I can't remember!: Souvenir shopping

I can't remember!: Souvenir shopping, Hermosillo

 jmbredeck Says:  Small shop with T-shirts, ironwood scultpures, and several other types of nice mexican gifts. It wasn't exactly cheap (what is?) but, they had a decent selection of quality things. Ironwood carvings, t-shirts, maybe an ashtray!There's a shop (or there used to be a shop . .... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Hot weather

Hot weather, Hermosillo

 cinthya_in_victoria Says:  Make sure to wear cool clothing and shoes, it is a very hot place during the spring and summer. 

Sports & Outdoors  

Baseball

Baseball, Hermosillo

 cinthya_in_victoria Says:  The city's baseball team is the Naranjeros de Hermosillo. The city had an American Basketball Association team, the Hermosillo Seris. On January 26, 2007 the Naranjeros won their 14th title in history, the team with the most titles in the Mexican Pacific League. 

Beisbol

Beisbol, Hermosillo

 jmbredeck Says:  The big sports event of the year is the baseball season, which allows everybody to go to the stadium and watch the home team - The Naranjeros - play.Of course the REAL attraction at the game is the spectators themselves - brought to you (if they´re cute and can dance) on the... 

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Shopping

Shopping, Hermosillo

 AnnaLupilla Says:  Please come back later! 

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Q:  Hi, Can anyone help? I am looking to travel to Hermosillo in June, 2006 and I wondered if anyone could recommend a tour... 

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A: Hello, Is Hermosillo where you really want to be. San Carlos, which is located on the Sea of Cortez is just south of there. Try http://www.sailsancarlos.com/ for things... 

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Top Hermosillo Writers

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Hermosillo, the Sun's city

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 Hermosillo is the capital of Sonora, northern Mexico. I've been there several times because my mother was born in Sonora. It's population is growing so fast, as many companies have plants in the city... 

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Hermosillo City

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 hermosillo and the hill of the bell... 

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HERMOSILLO - CITY OF ORANGES?

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 Hermosillo is the capital of the northwestern Mexican State of Sonora. It is known as the City of Oranges as you used to be able to tell you were near the town miles away by the scent of the orange...... 

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Hermosillo (supposed to mean beautiful, but . . .)

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 This desert town has grown a lot in the past few years for reasons which remain a little vague to me. After all, you're in the middle of a desert with no reliable source of water for the 850,000+... 

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Hermosillo in 2004

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 (actual aprox ppl. 750,00) and growing fast, One of the biggest University Campus in northen mex. (30,000 students, I went there) about 45 commercial flights dialy (domestic and inttnal.) one of the... 

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