Balcones
Toluca
Popular places to visit
Velo de Novia Waterfalls
Nestled within lush green foliage is this pretty waterfall, where milky white water spills down a cliff face and flows over huge boulders.
Valle de Bravo Dam
Try the diverse array of watersports on this scenic lake, wander through the forest and explore quaint villages and parks.
Zacango Zoo
Admire the picturesque and serene setting and interact with your favorite animals in one of the largest zoos in the country.
The Cosmovitral
Marvel at the exquisite collection of stained-glass windows housed within a striking art nouveau building with a vast array of plants.
San Jose de Toluca Cathedral
Admire the intricate details on the façade and see the many paintings and statues that decorate the large nave of this cathedral.
Nemesio Díez Stadium
Catch an event at Nemesio Díez Stadium during your trip to Toluca. Take in the festivals and countryside in the area.
Things to do
Top hotels in Balcones
El lugar del que te hable Hotel Boutique
Great breakfast and comfortable room
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Hotel El Rebozo
Great room, beautiful area. Staff was awesome
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025
Hotel Las Piñas Avándaro
Casa Ripoll
Excelente atención servicio amabilidad todo super excepcional
Reviewed on May 27, 2025
El Santuario Resort & Spa
The place is wonderful, a real treat to be next to the lake.
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026
Hotel Misión Grand Valle De Bravo
The hotel was nice and comfortable, we had a good stay. The room was clean but it would have benefitted from warmer/thicker sheets in the beds. The service was good but the instructions for the use of the jacuzzi were unclear so we were unable to use it.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balcones
Avandaro
While visiting Avandaro, you might make a stop by sights like Velo de Novia Waterfalls and Valle de Bravo Dam.
Monte Alto
Monte Alto might not have many top sights, but Sanctuary of Santa Maria Ahuacatlán and Valle de Bravo Archaeological Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Santa María Ahuacatlán
If you're spending some time in Santa María Ahuacatlán, Valle de Bravo Dam and Museum Joaquin Arcadio Curroc Valle de Bravo are top sights worth seeing.
Loma Bonita
While there might not be top attractions in Loma Bonita, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sanctuary of Santa Maria Ahuacatlán and Valle de Bravo Archaeological Museum.
Valle de Bravo Centro
While visiting Valle de Bravo Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Valle de Bravo Dam and Central Square.
La Capilla
When in La Capilla, you can plan a visit to Central Square and Museum Joaquin Arcadio Curroc Valle de Bravo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
