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Hidalgo, Mexico · Open year-round

Mexico's most spectacular thermal paradise

Natural thermal springs at 36°C (97°F), limestone grottoes, tiered pools, and a 1.5 km thermal river in the heart of an 800-meter canyon.

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36°CThermal waters
1.5 kmThermal river
800 mCanyon
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Panoramic view of Grutas de Tolantongo with turquoise thermal waters

Grutas de Tolantongo is Mexico's one-of-a-kind thermal destination

Nature untouched by artificial intervention: thermal water emerging directly from rock, a river flowing through a canyon with vertical walls, and tiered pools carved into the mountain.

Interior of the Tolantongo thermal grottoes

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Thermal tiered pools at Tolantongo

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Tolantongo Canyon with 800-meter walls
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What are the Grutas de Tolantongo?

Grutas de Tolantongo is a system of natural thermal springs located in the municipality of Cardonal, Hidalgo, Mexico, managed by the indigenous Naehnyue community of Ejido El Alberto. The waters emerge at a constant temperature of 36°C (97°F) directly from limestone rock formations, creating a unique ecosystem that includes habitable grottoes, a 1.5-kilometer thermal river, six tiered pools carved into the rock, and an 800-meter canyon.

Unlike artificial water parks, Tolantongo is a natural destination without massive infrastructure: the thermal water flows along its natural course through the canyon, the grottoes retain their original shape, and the pools take advantage of the mountain's natural topographic gradients. The community applies a daily visitor limit to preserve the ecosystem.

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Wide panoramic view of the tiered thermal pools at Tolantongo
Woman enjoying the infinity pool overlooking the Tolantongo canyon
Waterfall and turquoise river inside the Tolantongo canyon
Silhouette reflected in the water of the Tolantongo thermal cave
Thermal pools glowing golden at sunset in Tolantongo
Natural turquoise river bathing area at Tolantongo
Panoramic view of the canyon with thermal pools and hanging bridge
Couple in the infinity pool overlooking the canyon
Visitors crossing the bridge next to the Tolantongo waterfall

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Turquoise tiered pools on a sunny day
Aerial drone view of the turquoise tiered pools
Monumental waterfall at the grottoes entrance
Woman in infinity pool overlooking the canyon and mountains
Giant waterfall inside the grotto with visitors swimming
Thermal swimming at sunset in the Tolantongo canyon

Frequently asked questions

How much does admission to Grutas de Tolantongo cost?
Adult admission (ages 12+) costs approximately $220 MXN. Children ages 4 to 11 pay $110 MXN, and children under 3 are free. Parking costs an additional $60 MXN per vehicle. Prices may vary during peak season. Check the updated 2026 prices here.
What temperature are the thermal waters?
The waters at Grutas de Tolantongo maintain a constant temperature of 36°C (97°F) year-round, as they come directly from deep geothermal springs. This temperature does not vary with the seasons or outdoor temperature.
Is it open all year?
Yes. Grutas de Tolantongo is open every day of the year from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The only closures are for scheduled maintenance or in case of natural contingencies, which are announced in advance on their social media.
How do you get to Tolantongo from Mexico City?
From Mexico City it is approximately 180 km (2.5 to 3 hours) taking the highway to Pachuca, continuing toward Actopan, Ixmiquilpan, and then toward El Cardonal. The road is fully paved. See detailed directions →
Is there lodging inside Grutas de Tolantongo?
Yes. The destination offers basic cabins (from $900 MXN/night for 2 people), family cabins ($1,400 MXN), and a camping area ($250 MXN per tent/night). Full information in the lodging section.

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