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Las Pozas (Surrealist Garden)

Xilitla · Art & Nature

4.8· 84 reviews

Edward James's iconic surrealist garden: concrete sculptures among waterfalls and tropical jungle.

Las Pozas (Surrealist Garden) is part of Surrealist Route — Edward James, Springs & Jungle

$1,400 MXN per person · Free cancellation 48 h before

Practical info

Duration
4 hours
Entrance
$180 MXN
This is the cost if you come on your own. On our tours, admission is already included.
Difficulty
Moderate
Hours
09:00–18:00
Open days
Wednesday to Monday (closed Tuesdays)
Best time of day
09:00–11:00
Best season
Nov–Mar
Pickup
Your lodging in Xilitla or Ciudad Valles

Good to know

Buy your digital ticket in advance. Closed Tuesdays.

How to get there

1h 45min from Ciudad Valles · Taxi $1,200 · Bus $110

What to bring

  • · non-slip footwear
  • · biodegradable insect repellent

Did you know?

  • · It was once an orchid plantation
  • · Edward James never lived in the structures

Location

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Frequently asked questions

What days is Las Pozas open and how much does it cost?+

It's open Wednesday to Monday from 09:00 to 18:00 and closed on Tuesdays. Admission is $180 MXN. It's worth buying your digital ticket before you arrive.

How long do you need to tour Las Pozas?+

About 4 hours to take it in at a relaxed pace. The best time to go in is between 09:00 and 11:00, when there are fewer people and better light for photos.

Who built Las Pozas?+

The British poet Edward James, who raised the concrete structures among the waterfalls and jungle. The land used to be an orchid plantation, and he never lived inside the structures.

How much is admission to Las Pozas (Surrealist Garden)?+

Admission to Las Pozas (Surrealist Garden) costs $180 MXN. Bringing cash is recommended just in case.

How do I get to Las Pozas (Surrealist Garden) from Ciudad Valles?+

1h 45min from Ciudad Valles · Taxi $1,200 · Bus $110. The destination is in Xilitla, San Luis Potosí, Mexico.

What time of year is best to visit Las Pozas (Surrealist Garden)?+

The best season to visit Las Pozas (Surrealist Garden) is Nov–Mar. The best time of day to arrive is 09:00–11:00 to make the most of the experience.

How much time do you need to tour Las Pozas (Surrealist Garden)?+

Plan about 4 hours to enjoy Las Pozas (Surrealist Garden) at a relaxed pace. The site is open 09:00–18:00 (Wednesday to Monday (closed Tuesdays)).

What should you bring to visit Las Pozas (Surrealist Garden)?+

To visit Las Pozas (Surrealist Garden) we recommend bringing: non-slip footwear, biodegradable insect repellent. Important: Buy your digital ticket in advance. Closed Tuesdays.

What travelers sayIn their own words (Spanish).

4.8(84)

Las Pozas de Edward James son otro mundo. Imposible de describir con palabras. Las esculturas entre la selva real crean algo que no existe en ningún otro lugar del planeta.

Ana L.

Ana L.

Guadalajara

El tour más único que he hecho en México. Los guías conocen cada rincón y te explican la historia de Edward James con un nivel de detalle que hace todo más mágico.

Miguel T.

Miguel T.

CDMX

Las Pozas de Edward James son lo más extraño y hermoso que he visto en México. Regresé al mes siguiente con mis papás. Los dos quedaron igual de impresionados.

Mariana Castro

Mariana Castro

Querétaro, QRO

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