Isla San Marcos
Isla San Marcos
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Queen J
California2,123 contributions
Nov 2019
"La Isla" refers to the San Marcos fairgrounds in Aguascalientes. This area is most known for the huge fair held here every spring which highlights art and cultural exhibits, sporting events, horse races, cock fights, and bullfights in the nearby San Marcos ring.
I visited during the second-most popular event, the Festival de Las Calaveras celebrations on November 2nd. In addition to the usual fair events (kiddie rides and mini-thrill rides, restaurants, food booths, an exhibit hall with vendors and artistic items representing the Day of the Dead, concerts and dancing on different stages), the previous night's Festival de Las Calaveras parade floats were on display on the grass area, and visitors could take close-ups of and/or selfies with the floats. A nice lake with fountains provides some park-like scenery and you can stroll around it on a gently winding concrete path.
Surprisingly, the restaurants here were reasonably priced. We ate at a seafood restaurant called Cevichazo and the food was good. We ate on the large wooden balcony overlooking the lake and fountains and watched the sun begin to set.
Then we strolled through the exhibition center, watched a few concerts, and then walked the path around the lake where the fountains, walkways, and trees were all colorfully illuminated after dark.
Admission to the park was free. Parking was also free in a dirt lot about a 6-minute walk from the entrance. If you tip the parking attendants a few bucks, they will help guide you out of your tight spot and into the heavily-trafficked highway.
Be aware that it is very crowded during these two events. Plan to beep-and-creep for 15-20minutes up to the parking lot, then walk with waves of people to the gates. Keep a close eye on your children so they do not wander off and get lost in the crowds. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes for walking.
Since admission is free, there weren't any lines except for the rides, food booths, and restrooms. The restroom facilities are poorly equipped to handle large crowds. Expect to wait 20+ minutes in line, ladies. Don't forget to bring 5 pesos for entry and napkins for toilet paper (and throw them in the trash bin - not the toilet - or you will clog one of the three toilets and everyone will silently curse you for your cluelessness).
I visited during the second-most popular event, the Festival de Las Calaveras celebrations on November 2nd. In addition to the usual fair events (kiddie rides and mini-thrill rides, restaurants, food booths, an exhibit hall with vendors and artistic items representing the Day of the Dead, concerts and dancing on different stages), the previous night's Festival de Las Calaveras parade floats were on display on the grass area, and visitors could take close-ups of and/or selfies with the floats. A nice lake with fountains provides some park-like scenery and you can stroll around it on a gently winding concrete path.
Surprisingly, the restaurants here were reasonably priced. We ate at a seafood restaurant called Cevichazo and the food was good. We ate on the large wooden balcony overlooking the lake and fountains and watched the sun begin to set.
Then we strolled through the exhibition center, watched a few concerts, and then walked the path around the lake where the fountains, walkways, and trees were all colorfully illuminated after dark.
Admission to the park was free. Parking was also free in a dirt lot about a 6-minute walk from the entrance. If you tip the parking attendants a few bucks, they will help guide you out of your tight spot and into the heavily-trafficked highway.
Be aware that it is very crowded during these two events. Plan to beep-and-creep for 15-20minutes up to the parking lot, then walk with waves of people to the gates. Keep a close eye on your children so they do not wander off and get lost in the crowds. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes for walking.
Since admission is free, there weren't any lines except for the rides, food booths, and restrooms. The restroom facilities are poorly equipped to handle large crowds. Expect to wait 20+ minutes in line, ladies. Don't forget to bring 5 pesos for entry and napkins for toilet paper (and throw them in the trash bin - not the toilet - or you will clog one of the three toilets and everyone will silently curse you for your cluelessness).
Written November 23, 2019
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tellitlikeitis21
Pompano Beach, FL50 contributions
Oct 2016 • Couples
Visited to attend the Festival De Caliveras. Beautiful grounds with ample space. Breathtaking at night time with festival decor.
Written November 5, 2016
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F9559BGwilliaml
Ellwood City16 contributions
Apr 2016 • Family
We went during the fair. It was packed. Great park and enjoyed the time. You have to walk a long way to cover most of the park. Take a cab. I did not see much parking.
Written July 26, 2016
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Ngocson H
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam28 contributions
Dec 2015 • Friends
Great if you go in group (family, couples)
There are some events which are held through the year. You should confirm the calendar before stepping by.
There are some events which are held through the year. You should confirm the calendar before stepping by.
Written January 12, 2016
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
¿cual es el horario?
Kenia L
Aguascalientes, Mexico65 contributions
El honrario habitual es de 8 a 19 hrs, cuando es temporada de feria el horario cambia
Buenas tardes , alguien me podrÃa decir si dejan entrar con bebidas a la isla ?
r0xi0lpz
Los Mochis, Mexico19 contributions
SÃ dejan entrar con bebidas.
Puede entrar mi perrito?
lizafontes
Mexico City, Mexico92 contributions
Hola, te soy honesta, en los dÃas que visitamos Isla San Marcos no recuerdo haber visto ninguna mascota y tampoco observé letreros con alguna prohibición para hacerlo.
Luifer22
Quilmes, Argentina60 contributions
Hola Neto G.
Soy de Buenos Aires y estaba pensando en ir a Aguascalientes para el festival de la calavera 2016. PodrÃas indicarme si es fácil llegar desde el centro de Aguas a la Isla san Marcos con transporte publico??, Un viaje en taxi desde el centro cuanto pueden cobrarme??.
Bueno, desde ya muchas gracias por vuestra respuesta.
Saludos desde Argentina.
Luifer.
Manuel A
Mexicali, Mexico139 contributions
del centro a la isla, el costo unos 45 pesos mas o menos.
Isla San Marcos (Aguascalientes) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Isla San Marcos
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- (1.22 mi) Fiesta Americana Aguascalientes
- (0.36 mi) OYO Hotel Italia
- (2.44 mi) Ramada Encore by Wyndham Aguascalientes
- (2.95 mi) Mision Aguascalientes Sur
- (1.21 mi) One Aguascalientes San Marcos
- Restaurants near Isla San Marcos:
- (0.42 mi) Vinculo
- (4.07 mi) Mochomos Aguascalientes
- (1.81 mi) La Mestiza
- (0.54 mi) Terrazza Italiana Velaria Mall
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