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Voykit pocket guide · Mexico
Guerrero
Visit Guerrero as a quick stop from Piedras Negras, 2–3 h round‑trip; no hotels, so skip overnight stay.
Guerrero is a tiny historic town with two mission ruins and a small plaza. There are no lodging or regular bus services, so a half‑day visit from nearby Piedras Negras is sufficient.
- Country
- Mexico
- Best months
- check
- Avoid
- check
- Stay
- 0 nights
Checked 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change; anything marked (check) is not confirmed.
Essentials
- Currency
- MXN
- Money
- Currency is the Mexican peso (MXN, $). Cards work in hotels, chains and many restaurants; markets, street food, small shops and colectivos are cash.
- Daily spend
- Budget MXN 350–500 excl. bed · Mid MXN 600–900 excl. bed · High MXN 1,000+ excl. bed (estimate; check)
- SIM and data
- Telcel has the widest coverage; AT&T and Movistar are cheaper in cities. SIMs sell at OXXO shops and phone stores; registration with an ID may be requested — check.
- Emergency
- Police / emergencies 911 · Tourist assistance 078
- Plugs
- Types A, B · 127 V · 60 Hz · US plugs fit; many older sockets have no earth pin.
- Tipping
- Restaurants: 10–15%; check the bill for an included 'servicio'.; Bars: MXN 10–20 per drink or 10%.; Petrol station attendants: MXN 10–20; more for windscreen and tyres.; Guides and drivers: 10% or MXN 200–400 a day.; Supermarket baggers (often older volunteers): MXN 5–10.
- Water
- Not drinkable from the tap; garrafón (20-litre jugs) and filtered water in hotels.
- Toilets
- Put paper in the bin, not the toilet, in most places; public toilets charge MXN 5–10.
What things cost
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Meal at Mi Pueblito | MXN 150 |
| Meal at El Ranchito | MXN 150 |
| Petrol (per litre) | MXN 22–24 |
Desk estimates, checked 2026-09; check locally.
Get in
By air
- PDS · Piedras Negras International Airport
- Closest airport, about 30 min drive to Guerrero
Typical fares
- Piedras Negras ↔ Guerrero (car)
- ≈ MXN 200 fuel, 30 min drive each way (check)
Show 7 more sections and the pocket cardHideGet around, See and do, Sleep, Phrase card, Etiquette, safety and scams, One and two days, Sources, Pocket card
Get around
Walk or drive your own car; the town centre is compact.
See and do
Known for
- Misión San Bernardo
- Plaza Principal
- Misión San Juan Bautista
Day trips
| Where | How | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Piedras Negras | Cross the border at Eagle Pass/Piedras Negras, then drive south on Federal Highway MEX‑2 (≈30 km (19 mi)).Cross the border at Eagle Pass/Piedras Negras, then drive south on Federal Highway MEX‑2 (≈19 mi (30 km)). | About 1 h round‑trip |
Sleep
- No hotels in town
- Nearest lodging in Piedras Negras, across the border (about 30 min drive).
Phrase card
| English | Say or show |
|---|---|
| Excuse me / Sorry | Disculpedis-KOOL-peh |
| Thank you | GraciasGRAH-syas |
| How much is it? | ¿Cuánto cuesta?KWAHN-toh KWEHS-tah |
| Where is the bathroom? | ¿Dónde está el baño?DON-deh es-TAH el BAH-nyo |
Etiquette, safety and scams
Etiquette
- Greeting: Handshake; a kiss on the right cheek among friends; avoid: Skipping 'buenos días' when entering a shop
- Punctuality: Be on time for tours and buses; avoid: Expecting social events to start on time
- Talking: Warm small talk, family, food, football; avoid: Jokes about cartels, the wall or migration
- Churches: Covered shoulders, quiet; avoid: Photos during mass
- Dining: Say 'provecho' to other diners when leaving; avoid: Rushing the waiter
Scams and watch-outs
- No public transport; you need a car or arrange a taxi from Piedras Negras.
- Border crossing may require passport and vehicle paperwork.
- Limited services – bring water and food if you plan a longer stay.
Generally safe during daylight; stay alert at the border crossing and keep valuables out of sight.
One and two days
No timed day plan for Guerrero yet. Suggested stay: 0 nights. Build a day from the list below, mornings for the big sight.
- Misión San Bernardo
- Plaza Principal
- Misión San Juan Bautista
Sources
Written by Voykit; facts cross-checked against these sources, last desk check 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change: check on the day.
- Wikivoyage: Guerrero (Coahuila), revision 5215047 (CC BY-SA 4.0): en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?oldid=5215047
Pocket card
Cut along the border and keep it in your wallet. Show the local-script lines to a driver.
Printed from Voykit (/guerrero-coahuila). Written by Voykit; checked 2026-09. Estimates only: confirm prices, hours and entry rules on the day.