Christopher William Adach

Isla de Janitzio Vacations

An island that is off the coast from Patzcuaro, in the state of Michoacan, where the Tarascan culture lingers.

Visit Isla de Janitzio

Art & Culture
Place or Historical Monument
Nature, Adventure & Sport

Isla de Janitzio: How to get there?

30 minutes by boat from Patzcuaro

Isla de Janitzio: See when to go ?

All year round

Isla de Janitzio: For how long?

Half a day

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Isla de Janitzio: What to see nearby?

Mexico City

Canyon Sumidero

San Cristóbal de las Casas

Yaxchilan

What our travelers think of their stay

An island that is off the coast from Patzcuaro, in the state of Michoacan, where the Tarascan culture lingers.

My suggestion

Its famous for being one of the best places to celebrate "el dia de los muertos". But unless you really enjoy being a part of crowds of bad mannered tourist,s who like staring at other people, I recommend you avoid going on that day.

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