Top 10 most searched towns on the Internet by Mexicans

Published May 25, 2021 (sp)

History, culture, art, nature, all this and much more we are very lucky to have in our country.  Spread across the more than 2,400 municipalities that make up Mexico we find some of the most charming corners that one can imagine and that are waiting to be discovered; whether they are medieval villages, fishing villages or villages near the highest peaks of the Sierra Madre all have something to offer.

And as it seems that normality is coming back into our lives, soon tourism will too, and this is already being noticed among all of us. So much so that internet searches to find a destination for next summer have increased considerably, which has led us to ask ourselves the following question.

What is the most popular town in Mexico according to internet searches?

Holidu, the vacation rentals and apartments search engine has conducted a study to determine which Mexican towns of less than twenty thousand inhabitants were the most searched for in the last year. In order to do so, 2,458 Mexican towns were evaluated Mexican towns, thus creating the ranking of towns that you can see below.

Top 10 of the most searched Mexican towns on the Internet.

1. Mazamitla – Jalisco | 2910 Searches/month

Among incredible forests and majestic waterfalls of the natural corridor Sierra del Tigre we find the Magic Town of Mazamitla; a municipality that offers a great variety of attractions to satisfy all visitors. From strolling through its cobblestone streets with typical houses painted in white and burgundy, discovering the secrets hidden in the main square or visiting the church of San Cristobal. But if you prefer nature and adventure, we suggest contemplating the majestic El Salto waterfall or enter the Mundo Aventura ecological park, ideal for adrenaline lovers. And if you visit Mazamitla in October, don’t forget to experience the Flower Festival, a festival that fills every corner of the town with color. Top 3 not to be missed: Downtown Mazamitla. El Salto waterfall. Stay in a cozy cabin.

2. Huasca de Ocampo – Hidalgo | 1010 Searches/month

Huasca de Ocampo, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful towns in Mexico. It is not surprising that it was the first town to be named a Magical Town. Many attractions that will make everyone who visits it have an unforgettable stay. Starting with the tiny but picturesque center with cobblestone streets, colorful houses, modest hotels and small restaurants in the center,  Modest hotels and small restaurants on the edge of the square that offer typical dishes of the area. However, it is also essential to leave the town to contemplate some of the major tourist attractions in the area, such as the Hacienda de Santa María Regla, the basaltic prisms that are an incredible work of nature or the beautiful protected area of the Metztitlán Ravine Biosphere Reserve.

3. Mineral del Chico – Hidalgo | 690 Searches/month

Mineral del Chico is one of the 5 magical towns in the state of Hidalgo. Located in the so-called Corredor de la Montaña hidalguense, this municipality has a lot to offer to those who decide to visit it, because it is a picturesque town of mining origin, surrounded by pine forests, pine forests, pine forests, pine forests, pine forests, pine forests, pine forests, pine forests and pine forests. Surrounded by pine, oak and oyamel forests, which offers tourists multiple attractions. Amazing rock formations, beautiful rivers that meander through the forest, a centuries-old culture and a culture and an endless number of sports activities to practice, such as mountain biking, sport fishing, hiking, climbing, among many others. What are you waiting for to visit it?

4. Tlayacapan – Morelos | 570 Searches/month

Located in the north of the state of Morelos, only 47 km from Cuernavaca we find the beautiful  Tlayacapan, which is part of the Route of the Convents named World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Would you like to discover it a little more? All those who decide to take a trip to Tlayacapan can enjoy a multitude of historical and cultural attractions, for example the oldest Municipal Palace in Mexico, the Ex-Convent of San Juan Bautista, the House of Culture, the chapels of Tlayacapan or the archaeological corridor, where you can admire incredible cave paintings. Not to mention its incredible gastronomy, do not miss the typical mole verde de pepita accompanied with salt tamales, charales and white beans.

5. Tlacotalpan – Veracruz | 420 Searches/month

If you have the opportunity to make a trip along the state of Veracruz, we present you a town that should be on your list of mandatory stops, Tlacotalpan. A charming town that captivates everyone who visits it, whether for its history, architectural beauty or traditions. No wonder it has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Once there, it is essential to walk the streets of Tlacotalpan, Starting with the Plaza Zaragoza where you can contemplate a multitude of charming buildings, the Plaza Hidalgo with the obligatory stop at the Salvador Ferrando Museum or the banks of the Papaloapan River. Finally, in the area of the Malecon you can find the best specialties of the riverside cuisine, such as seafood and fish broth, arroz a la tumbada and mondongo.

6. Mineral del Monte – Hidalgo | 310 Searches/month

Mineral del Monte, more popularly known as Real del Monte is a tourist destination that hundreds of people visit every year thanks to its history, its mining importance and its flavor! Anyone who walks through its streets will be conquered by its ancient buildings, churches, mansions, portals and fountains; all this surrounded by a magnificent rich landscape, with lush wooded surroundings that characterize this valley, where we find the incredible ecological park El Hiloche. Not to mention its very interesting mining history that can be seen excellently represented in the Acosta Mine Site Museum. All this and much more has led it to be awarded as a Magical Town.

7. Cerro de San Pedro – San Luis Potosi | 540 Searches/month

We found this town amidst arid hills, old mine shafts, silence and tranquility. And the fact is that this town inhabited by little more than 200 people has become a ghost town retained in time, a reflection of that town full of wealth and activity that one day was an important mining nucleus. However, today the activity in its streets is back and many tourists are captivated by its ghostly and abandoned appearance. Besides, it still preserves vestiges of the past that are essential to see if you visit the Cerro de San Pedro; for example, the Church of the Lord of San Pedro and the shots of the San Pedro mine. And if you are visiting in March you cannot miss the Festival del Cerro, where you will enjoy the culture and gastronomy of the area.

8. Jalcomulco – Veracruz | 260 Searches/month

If you are looking for adventure and adrenaline, you have just found the ideal destination. Jalcomulco is a small town that barely has more than 5 thousand inhabitants, however it has become a tourist attraction for visitors from all over Mexico and also from all over the world. It is known worldwide for having in its lands some of the best rapids in Mexico for rafting and other adventure sports, as well as an incredible place to enjoy ecotourism hand in hand with its green and exuberant nature. But if you are one of those who want to breathe a little tranquility, Jalcomulco also has a lot to offer, such as fantastic walks, thermal baths or an unparalleled gastronomy.

9. Río Lagartos – Yucatán | 230 Searches/month

In the northeast of Yucatan we find a small town known as Rio Lagartos that has become the gateway for thousands of visitors to one of the most beautiful protected natural areas in Mexico, the Ria Lagartos Biosphere Reserve. A space with more than 58 hectares of jungle, and an estuary surrounded by mangroves that is home to more than 20 thousand pink flamingos and more than 250 different species of birds. In short, an incredible place for all those who love nature. The town also captivates us and offers many attractions, as well as accommodations and services for those who want to enjoy Rio Lagartos. All this always preserving its authenticity.

10. Mascota – Jalisco | 130 Searches/month

Among impressive mountainous landscapes in the plateau of the Sierra Madre Occidental mountain range we find the Magical Town of Mascota closing this ranking. A town that thanks to its architectural beauty, its interesting museums, archeological sites and its enchanting landscapes will captivate will captivate anyone who enters to discover it. So, despite being a small town it is highly recommended to get lost in its streets and discover what it hides, starting with the center with the Main Square, continuing by the Archaeological Museum where you can see a large collection of pieces dating from 800 BC or discover the Temple of the Precious Blood. In total a multitude of attractions that you can not miss.

The ranking was compiled by the team of experts at Holidu, the search engine for vacation rentals and apartments. From the data provided by the National Institute of Statistics, more specifically the data of the Mexican municipalities according to their number of inhabitants. The research focused on the subset of towns and cities with a population of up to 20,000 inhabitants; for each of the municipalities involved in the research, data was collected on the average number of monthly on the number of average monthly searches in the last 12 months for the terms “What to see in [municipality]” and “What to see in [municipality]” and “What to see in [municipality]”. and “What to do in [municipality]” by Mexicans in the Google search engine. The ranking aims to identify the search trends of the Mexican population to identify the most interesting centers in terms of potential travel destinations. The data was collected in the month of April 2021.