10 Things To Do In Hermosillo, Mexico

1. Visit the magnificent Catedral de la Asunción (Ascension Cathedral)

Catedral de la Asunción, or Ascension Cathedral, stands over 90 feet (27.4 m) tall and it is the main cathedral, for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese, in the beautiful city of Hermosillo. The new cathedral’s construction began in 1887, and it is now more commonly referred to as Hermosillo Catherdral. It is one of the more evocative structures in the city and the small chapel that preceded the current one was built in the 18th century. If one is perceptive enough, they can almost feel the history of the place. Its neoclassical design, with elements of neogothic architecture, makes it stand out. The building was promoted by the then Bishop Herculano López de la Mora and was consecrated before it was even completed, in 1908.

Catedral de la Asunción

Address: Blvr. Miguel Hidalgo S/N, Centro Norte, 83000 Hermosillo, Son., Mexico

Website: Ascension Cathedral

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 9am - 1pm, 4pm - 7pm (closed on Sat & Sun)

2. Check out local artwork at the Sonora Museum of Art

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

You really can’t get a feel for the culture and tradition of a city without a trip to the museum. The Sonora Museum of Art in Hermosillo will fill you with wonder. It is a museum of contemporary Mexican art and it’s spacious with many collections emblematic of different parts of Mexico, in general, and the Mexican state of Sonora, more specifically. There is The Sonoran Art collection, in room one, which displays a great deal of “self-taught” Sonoran art from the 1960s onward. There are also sculptures from the famous Terracotta sculptor Xawery Wolski (Poland 1960). His piece, Dos Eslabones de Terracota (2016), can be found in the Contemporary Art of Mexico display in room two.

Sonora Museum of Art

Address: Centro Cultural Musas, Blvd. Agustín de Vildósola S/N, Proyecto Rio Sonora Hermosillo XXI, 83270 Hermosillo, Son., Mexico

Website: Sonora Museum of Art

Opening hours: 10am - 6pm: (daily)

Price: General Admission (ages 13-64): USD 23.95; Senior (ages 65+): USD 21.95; Youth (ages 3-12): USD 11.95; Children (under 3): Free

3. Sample the local treats at Parque La Ruina

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Parque La Ruina is a food truck park and it’s gaining in popularity! There are upwards of ten food trucks and they serve anything from lasagna to steak. There is a gourmet churro truck called Dulces Caprichos where they serve wonderful churro treats with all sorts of dips in which to dunk them. There is a cake truck, a sushi truck and then, of course, there are authentic taco trucks. But what really makes this place great is that after spending the day checking out the sites, it is the perfect place to let your hair down and relax with some great food and live music - all in one place! There is even a playground for children.

Parque La Ruina

Address: Eusebio Francisco Kino 9001, Cruz Gálvez, Centro, 83010 Hermosillo, Son., Mexico

Website: Parque La Ruina

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 10am - 10pm; Fri - Sun: 10am - 8pm

4. Visit Palace Sonora State Government (Palacio de Gobierno del Estado de Sonora)

Some more beautiful neoclassical architecture, in this city, can be found here at the Sonora State Government House. Opened in 1859, it, like the city, has a rich history within its gorgeous walls. On the inside, you’ll be stunned by beautiful murals bordering the interiors of the building, from top to bottom, portraying Sonoran history. It is near the cathedral and its architecture is complementary so, if you’re going to visit one - you definitely should visit the other.

Palacio de Gobierno del Estado de Sonora

Address: Calle Comonfort SN-S, El Centenario, 83260 Hermosillo, Son., Mexico

Website: Palacio de Gobierno del Estado de Sonora

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 8am - 4pm (closed on Sat & Sun)

5. Go shopping at the Galerías Mall Sonora

By now you should be aching to shop. You can do this comfortably at the Galerías Mall Sonora. They have more than 100 shops to choose from and, according to their website, they also have “free attractions, entertainment, and events for the whole family.” They have restaurants, bars, a large food court, and their parking is substantial at more than 2500 spaces.

Galerías Mall Sonora

Address: Av Cultura 55, Proyecto Rio Sonora Hermosillo XXI, 83280 Hermosillo, Son., Mexico

Website: Galerías Mall Sonora

Opening hours: 10am - 10pm (daily)

6. Have some fun at Desert Falcon Paint Ball

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Desert Falcon Paintball is one of the funniest things to do in Hermosillo. They are located at Ave. Navojoa Final and they have three different paintball fields. It’s a place to visit if you want a fun and adrenaline-filled experience. If you are looking for a different sort of activity, paintball may be the ideal option - and more so for the youngsters.

Desert Falcon Paint Ball

Address: Avenida Navojoa 106, Los Bagotes, 83170 Hermosillo, Son., Mexico

Website: Desert Falcon Paintball

Opening hours: 9am - 7pm (daily)

7. Take your kids to Sky Place Trampoline Park

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Touted as the largest trampoline park in Hermosillo, this is a fun place to bring the youngsters, and you know they’re surely tired and a little bored after a day of doing grown-up things. Bring them here so that they can burn off some energy and will then let you relax for the evening. There are all kinds of things to do and they even host parties.

Sky Place Trampoline Park

Address: Bulevar Solidaridad 121, Raquet Club, 83210 Hermosillo, Son., Mexico

Website: Sky Place Trampoline Park

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 1am - 9pm; Sat: 10am - 10pm; Sun: 10am - 9pm

Price: USD 5.47 (MXN 110 ) per hour

8. Explore the Ecological Center of Sonora

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

This is an exciting place to visit, for the entire family. There are various ecosystems on display here, each with its respective plants and animals, and the park is set up to educate patrons on the wonders of these worlds. There is a children’s farm with animals like miniature goats, rabbits, and donkey’s, among others, and there is even an observatory for astronomy buffs. It’s a wonderful place to bring the kids if you’re searching for an educational experience.

Ecological Center of Sonora

Address: Carretera a Guaymas Km. 2.5, Cuauhtémoc, 83294 Hermosillo, Son., Mexico

Website: Ecological Center of Sonora

Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 8am - 5pm (closed on Mon)

9. Catch a baseball game at Estadio Senora

If sports is your thing, then you know that Mexico has baseball! Hermosillo is no different. The Estadio Senora is the home of the Naranjeros de Hermosillo and they play a lot of baseball matches here. Visit their website for details on the team and any news about past and future games.

Estadio Senora

Address: Av. Luis Donaldo Colosio 49, La Manga, 83220 Hermosillo, Son., Mexico

Website: Naranjeros de Hermosillo

10. Have some fun at Parque Infantil de Sonora

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Parque Infantil de Sonora is an exciting amusement park to take the youngsters, boasting food stands, a Ferris wheel, and a roller coaster. The park is part of the System for the Integral Development of the Family for Sonora.

Parque Infantil de Sonora

Address: Av Morelia s/n, Centro, 83000 Hermosillo, Son., Mexico

Website: Parque Infantil de Sonora

Opening hours: Tue - Fri: 12pm - 8pm; Sat - Sun: 2pm - 10pm (closed on Mon)

Visit Sonora

Why not visit Sonora, Mexico on your way to the coast? It’s on the way and there are lots of things to see and places to experience. So catch a game, explore a park, go swimming, or learn about Mexican history. Regardless, you should find plenty to do in Sonora.