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Things to see in Matamoros, Tamaulipas (Mexico): 7 places and when to go
Matamoros, Tamaulipas is a city in Mexico with around 539,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 7 places in and around it, mainly Architecture (4), Nature (2), Wildlife (2). The best known are Brownsville & Matamoros International Bridge, Gateway International Bridge and Fuerte Castamata. The best time to come is November to April; also possible: May to August and October. In June there are 13 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 23. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Mexico · 25.88, -97.5
- Population
- About 539,000
- Places
- 7 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Architecture (4) · Nature (2) · Wildlife (2) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- November to April.
- Also possible
- May to August and October.
- Nearest airport
- MTY Monterrey, 261 km as the crow flies
What to see in Matamoros, Tamaulipas
The places in and around Matamoros, Tamaulipas, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Brownsville & Matamoros International BridgeBridge1.4 km
- Gateway International BridgeBridge in Brownsville, Texas2.1 km
- Fuerte CastamataFort museum: figured in Mexican Revolution362 m
- Veterans International Bridge at Los TomatesBridge in Matamoros, Mexico2.4 km
- Las Palomas Wildlife Management Area - Anacua UnitProtected area40 km
- West Rail Bypass International BridgeRailway bridge between Brownsville (USA) and Matamoros (Mexico)12 km
- Sabal Palm SanctuaryProtected area8.7 km
When to go to Matamoros, Tamaulipas
The best time to visit Matamoros, Tamaulipas is November to April; also possible: May to August and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time10:33
- FebBest time11:07
- MarBest time11:49
- AprBest time12:37
- MayPossible13:16
- JunPossible13:37
- JulPossible13:28
- AugPossible12:55
- SepBetter not12:09
- OctPossible11:22
- NovBest time10:42
- DecBest time10:23
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 13 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 23. In January, 7 of the 7 places are at their best.
When to go to Mexico in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Matamoros, Tamaulipas
The nearest main airport is Monterrey International Airport (MTY, Monterrey), 261 km as the crow flies. How to get around Mexico (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Mexico, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Matamoros, Tamaulipas?
The best known: Brownsville & Matamoros International Bridge, Gateway International Bridge, Fuerte Castamata, Veterans International Bridge at Los Tomates. In all, 7 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Matamoros, Tamaulipas?
November to April; also possible: May to August and October. In June there are 13 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 23.
How do you get to Matamoros, Tamaulipas?
The nearest main airport is Monterrey International Airport (MTY), 261 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Matamoros, Tamaulipas as the destination and these 7 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
- MexicoBefore travelling to Mexico: 9 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. No visa is needed for tourism: a passport is enough, with validity covering your stay.
- Architecture26 places for architecture in Mexico, from Baluarte Bridge to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: November to April. Each with its own season by altitude and daylight
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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