13 Places In Northern Mexico That Prove It's Way Cooler Than You Think

This is a place for ecotourists: a desert in the middle of the Baja California Peninsula full of different cactus species, oases, wild animals, and other surprises that will make you fall in love with the region. Who said deserts are boring?

Ride the old train El Chepe and travel through the Barrancas del Cobre to see the most amazing views of canyons, rivers, and indigenous towns of the region.

These water springs are in the middle of the desert of Coahuila. Wild, right? It's a paradise worth visiting because of the color contrasts you'll find between the crystal water (Caribbean blue) and local vegetation.

The García Caves are located about 18 miles from Monterrey, the capital of Nuevo León, so it's really easy to visit them. You'll find marine fossils, beautifully unique rock formations, and other underground curiosities that will make you feel as if you're on another planet.

Tijuana has an amazing nightlife! Just go barhopping on La Sexta (Sixth Street) and you'll see it for yourself.

Yes, this may be obvious, but it's worth mentioning! In Los Cabos, you'll find the perfect place for having aquatic adventures, a relaxing vacation, or a party fest. Or all of them in the same trip!

This archaeological wonder boasts rock cave paintings that have been declared a national treasure. Amazing representations of hands, peyote (a hallucinogenic cactus), animals, and knives/other hunting gear have been found in the area.

There are lots of things found in this biosphere reserve called El Pinacate: dunes in the shape of stars, the crater of an old volcano, and unusual plants and animals of the desert.

This geological formation of the Conchos River will take your breath away. You can either paddle your way through it or see its wonders from above.

This beautiful and mysterious ghost town is said to have healing powers hidden in it. You'll get there through Ogarrio tunnel (crossing it is an experience in itself), and on the other side you'll find magical old buildings and a beautiful mountain landscape.