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Settlement in Mexico
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Ciudad Obregón is a city in Sonora, Mexico. Food is very important to the city's culture, and it hosts a wide variety of international and traditional Mexican restaurants. There are ample tourist attractions, and as the city is surrounded by scenic mountain views and the warm Sea of Cortez, it is becoming a very popular all-year-round Mexico tourist destination.
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Museo de los Yaquis
The Yaquis Museum provides a very interesting and educational day out for people of all ages where they can learn everything the famous Yaqui Indian tribe.
a permanent forum for artistic expression and a cultural space where you have the opportunity to view many national and international contemporary, graphical and sculptural art forms
aims to rescue, promote and spread the cultural values of all the ethnic groups and popular cultures belonging to southern Sonora. Here you can view local cultural exhibitions
The modern cultural space provides excellent facilities and services for various theatrical works, musical concerts and business conventions in the city, and many important events are held here every year
Obregoón's most visited outdoor area where tourists and visitors enjoy camping, fishing, water sports. There is also a children's recreational park popular amongst families and visitors. To get there you follow the International Highway 15 north of Obregon for 10 km then turn right at ”Carretera a Rosario-Esperanza”. Follow the road for 15 km, then take a right turn at a junction named “Carretera a Hornos-Buenavista”. Then follow the road for 11 km following the signs for Presa Oviachic
the most popular followed sport in Ciudad Obregón. The stadium located in the centre of the city regularly entertains crowds of up to 12,000 people
Fishing enthusiasts from as far as Europe and Australia come to fish the Oviachic water, which hosts an international annual largemouth bass tournament
A privately owned professional 18-hole, 72-par golf course is host to international competitions. It is located 5 minutes from the north entrance to Ciudad Obregon on the Federal Highway 15
Ciudad Obregon is home to an area land spanning several thousands of acres reserved specifically for hunting. Hundreds of hunting enthusiasts flock to Obregon from all corners of the globe each year for deer, duck and game
Day and night, Laguna Del Nainari is a very popular hotspot for tourists and local residents. Have a picnic on the bank of the lake, feed the many turtles, relax in the sun or go for a swim in our local outdoor swimming pool
An adventure theme park built for entertaining the family which houses several species of animals in its accompanying zoo.
view a live projection of the night’s sky, get close up and learn about the mystical lights that brighten the heavens
Relax, read a book or take a stroll in one of the parks or plazas. Obregon has many popular open spaces for families and visitors to take advantage of
Although Ciudad Obregon is a relatively young city, it is packed with lots of interesting history. There are more than 10 important and visually interesting monuments
Many stalls selling traditional Mexican food
Steakhouse.
Casual seafood restaurant, serves sushi.
Located near the city's financial district, close to the main thoroughfare into Ciudad Obregón, 20 minutes from the airport and 5 minutes from the center. 100% smoke-free hotel. Restaurant, a lobby bar (open 13:00-23:00), and fitness center.
Restaurant, fitness center, free breakfast, business center, wheelchair access, free parking
Simple décor, air conditioning, cable TV, private bathroom with a shower and toilet. Free coffee in the morning. There is a municipal market offering traditional Mexican cuisine and fresh produce 250 m away.
By car
The Federal Highway 15 passes through the centre of Ciudad Obregon and is the main road that runs from the Nogales Mexican border all the way to Mexico City.
By bus
There are several bus companies that provide services from within Arizona, USA and several main cities within Mexico.
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