Tamaulipas Travel Guide
Tamaulipas
Tamaulipas is the northeastern border state, thinly travelled but holding one standout: the El Cielo Biosphere Reserve, a cloud-forest island in the Sierra Madre Oriental with remarkable birding and the karst formations of the region.
Tampico is the historic Gulf port with a handsome art-nouveau center and the nearby beach of Miramar.
⚠ Tamaulipas sees significant cartel-related violence, particularly outside the main cities. Check current government advisories carefully; many governments advise against non-essential travel to parts of the state.
Destinations in Tamaulipas
El Cielo Biosphere ReserveCloud forest, karst valleys and the famous birding of the Sierra de Guatemala.- TampicoThe Gulf port: art-nouveau center, the Laguna del Carpintero and Playa Miramar.
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Top Cities & towns in Tamaulipas
Regional food
- Jaibas rellenas: stuffed Gulf crabs
- Tampiquena: the region's signature steak plate
Getting there
Tampico (TAM) takes domestic flights. El Cielo is reached via Gomez Farias, about 3 hours from Ciudad Victoria.