What are the best places to visit in Toluca?

Toluca is the capital of Estado de México. This city will be perfect for you if you love history, and will delight you with its architecture and 28 museums.

Toluca is also an excellent destination for your next vacation if you like peaceful cities. You'll find:

• Natural areas
• Museums
• Cultural centers
• Tourist routes
• Gastronomy
• Traditional festivities

With so much to see, you'll want to experience it all! By renting a car in Toluca, you can explore all the destinations you wish to visit. Forget about depending on the schedules and reach of public transport.

Looking for the best company to rent a car in Toluca? Find our rental location in the international airport.

Explore the archaeological sites

In the Estado de México, you'll find the largest number of archaeological sites open to the public.

The area consists of 17 buildings. The most important is the circular base pyramid dedicated to Ehécatl, the Mexica god of the wind.

During the spring equinox, you can enjoy ceremonies and traditional dances celebrating the beginning of spring.

Cerro del Dios Tolo

Was a place for different religious acts. The pyramid measures about 984 inches per side and 393 inches high.

Here you can enjoy an impressive panoramic view of the Valley of Toluca, which you won't find anywhere else. 

To visit this place you can look for our service of car rental in Toluca. Check out our terms and conditions here.

Visit the Nevado de Toluca

We are almost sure you have heard about the Nevado de Toluca. A volcano that has been inactive for thousands of years. The name in Nahuatl means "naked man".

If you'd like to put some adventure into your vacations, you cannot miss this experience. The views vary depending on the time of the year you travel and in the winter you can contemplate the volcano covered in snow.

The Nevado de Toluca is one of the few volcanoes with vehicular access almost to its summit. Take advantage of our car rental at Toluca airport. Get to know this natural wonder without having to follow the schedules of a public tour.

What to do and see in the Nevado de Toluca

• Walk to its famous crater and observe the beautiful landscape.

• Contemplate the Sun and Moon lagoons.
• Visit "La Arista de Humboldt", a viewpoint with views of the crater and one of the lagoons.
• Recharge energies at "Parque de los Venados" where you can buy snacks and even ride horses through the forest!

The Nevado de Toluca is one of the most popular destinations for those seeking to connect with nature. Break away from the urban routine with this impressive volcano.

Take a tourist route

You will find many tours that will take you to know history, legends, wealth, and delicious food. Choose your favorite and enjoy the heart of Toluca!

RUTA DEL PORTAL (PORTAL ROUTE)

The best-known and most visited tour. You will know the most symbolic places of the Historic Center.

You can also enjoy the traditional popcorn of the Concha Acústica (bandshell).

SENDERO DE LEYENDAS (LEGENDS PATH)

This tour is for terror lovers. Hear the stories of nightmares and the mysteries hidden in the streets of Toluca.

You will know the myths, legends, and characters that live in the collective imagination of the residents.

RUTA ANCESTRAL (ANCESTRAL ROUTE)

A tour through the most iconic places of the pre-Hispanic and colonial era.

Here you will know the Convent and Temple of Tecaxic. In the atrium, you can observe a sundial from the colonial era.

Enjoy the MÁS experience

MÁS Rent A Car is the best company to rent a car in Toluca and enjoy your vacation to the fullest. Get to know the city without letting public transport determine what you can and can’t do.

Reserve your car and live the trip of your dreams without worrying about anything. With our option of full coverage, you'll have roadside assistance with benefits like:

• Emergency road service towing
• Flat tire change
• Lockout service
• Emergency fuel delivery

Other places you must visit in Toluca

• Historic Center and the Portals of Toluca. People recognize the 120 arches in the portals as the longest in Mexico.

• Jardín Botánico Cosmovitral. (Cosmovitral Botanical Garden) It houses 169 species of plants from around the world. Its stained glass is one of the largest in the world with 3,000 square meters.
• Toluca Cultural Center. A space that promotes art and science where you will find Xkala, a large interactive entertainment center.
• Parque de la Ciencia Fundadores. (Founders Science Park) More than 75,300 square feet of green areas with fountains, playgrounds, walkers, and bookstores.
• State-of-the-art planetarium with a capacity for 260 people.

Tips and location of car hire agency in Toluca

• The minimum age to rent is 18 years.

• Some car rental companies charge an extra fee if you’re under 25. (Psst, we don’t).
• Always respect the speed limits and your time of rental, so you can return the vehicle on time. Please contact the rental if you need more details or read our FAQs here.
• The forms of payment are credit and debit cards, but for the deposit, you'll need a credit card personalized (with your name and signature).
• We are located inside the Toluca International Airport, in the car rental area.
• With MÁS Rent A Car, you have additional daily drivers at no extra cost. If you’re traveling with friends, everyone can drive!

Toluca offers a diverse array of attractions for every type of traveler. You'll find surprises, from historic sites and cultural centers to natural wonders and vibrant festivities.

Explore, discover, and experience the beauty of Toluca at your own pace with MÁS Rent A Car.