An 18th-century building that, during the second half of the 19th century, belonged to Juan de Dios Lodoza. Upon his death in 1892, the property was inherited by the Gordoa family, who sold it a year later to the García brothers—owners of the adjacent building. The García brothers incorporated the property into the Bank of Zacatecas.

A 19th-century building whose construction began in 1832 to meet the city's growing need for a cultural venue. It was built on the site of a former jail and inaugurated the following year under the name El Coliseo. In 1850, it was renamed in honor of Fernando Calderón y Beltrán, a renowned writer and politician who contributed significantly to Mexican poetry and literature.

On October 3, 1889, a fire broke out on stage after one of the lighting lamps fell, reducing the entire building to ashes. Debris removal began on December 30 of the same year, and on May 1, 1891, Governor Jesús Aréchiga laid the cornerstone of the current structure. The new theater was designed by architect George A. King and inaugurated on May 16, 1897. The building reflects the style of the Porfirian peace era, incorporating elements of the Italian Renaissance school.

This 18th-century building was constructed on the site of Zacatecas’ former Plaza Mayor, a space traditionally used for open-air markets. In 1861, four arcaded quarry-stone galleries were built to protect vendors from the elements. The plans were drawn by engineer Juan Carriston and approved by the Municipal Assembly. This first structure remained until 1886, when Governor Marcelino Morfín Chávez and the Assembly agreed to build a new market on the same site.

The cornerstone was laid on September 15, 1886, and the new market was inaugurated by Governor Jesús Aréchiga on September 16, 1889. The building had three floors: warehouses occupied the ground floor; commercial stalls and a decorative fountain, which also provided water to the public, were located on the first floor; and the upper level housed storerooms and offices. After a fire destroyed the nearby Calderón Theater, this third level also served as a theater and cultural venue.

In 1901, improper use of the storage spaces led to a fire that left the building in ruins. After a fundraising campaign, reconstruction was completed on December 22, 1902, and the market reopened on February 5, 1903, now with only two levels.

In September 1921, it was renamed in honor of González Ortega, a military figure from Zacatecas known for his role in the Reform War. Between 1980 and 1986, the building was restored. Today, it serves as a marketplace for handicrafts and local goods and hosts a variety of cultural and artistic events.

This 18th-century religious building is one of the most iconic landmarks of Zacatecas. Around 1568, the first adobe church was erected on this site. In 1605, the town council approved the reconstruction of the main church (Iglesia Mayor), and the cornerstone was laid on July 28, 1612, under the direction of Antonio de Figueroa and the ecclesiastical judge and vicar of Zacatecas, Cristóbal de Covarrubias.

In the early 18th century, land was donated for the construction of a chapel dedicated to the Holy Christ of the Parish. Due to the deteriorated state of the church, the decision was made to replace it entirely.

The current, third building was dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin on August 15, 1752. Its main façade was completed in 1775, and the south bell tower was consecrated on January 5, 1782—the same year the large bell, named María Buenaventura del Sacramento, was cast. The main altar, dedicated to the Virgin Mary, was built in 1761. In 1844, the original dome was replaced with a neoclassical design.

On June 5, 1864, the Diocese of Zacatecas was established, and the parish church was elevated to cathedral status. This transition led to the construction of a choir for the Canons, the completion of additional altars, and the overall decoration of the interior.

The north tower was finished in 1904, and a public clock was later added to the façade. In June 2010, a new altarpiece was inaugurated—carved in wood, covered in gold leaf, and adorned with bronze statues of saints and a central depiction of the Assumption of the Virgin.

This 19th-century building has served a wide variety of purposes over the years. It was originally used as a government tobacco storehouse, which earned it the nickname La Fábrica (“The Factory”). For nine years, it functioned as a girls’ school, and later became a Normal School for teacher training.

In 1906, the building was subdivided to house both a public market and a school. By 1967, it was repurposed to accommodate municipal offices, and in 1987 it became home to the Mauricio Magdaleno Public Library, which remained in operation until 2004. Today, it serves as the Casa Municipal de Cultura de Zacatecas, a cultural center offering artistic and educational programs to the public.

An 18th-century building, this site is historically known to have housed the city’s butcher shop.

This 16th-century building, located beside the old Camino Real de Tierra Adentro, was built by Franciscan friars in 1569 as a religious center for the Mexica neighborhood, originally dedicated to the Virgin of the Assumption. The chapel partially collapsed in 1939 and underwent some restoration in 1979. It was fully restored in 1994, when it was rededicated to Our Lady of Candelaria.

This 19th-century building became part of the Ramón López Velarde Zacatecan Institute of Culture in 1991. Starting in 2006, it also began housing the State Historical Archive.

This hydraulic system originated in the 16th century, built around a moderately flowing stream that ran through much of the city of Zacatecas. Most of the bridges were constructed during the 18th century, and throughout the 19th century, the stream and its tributaries were gradually covered with vaulted structures.

This 17th-century building was constructed by Augustinian friars. The temple was officially dedicated on June 2, 1782. It stands as a remarkable example of Mexican Baroque architecture, notable for its eight domes and a layout centered around a main courtyard.

The city of Zacatecas has long faced water scarcity. During colonial times, residents relied on public fountains scattered throughout the city. In the late 18th century, efforts were made to resolve this issue with the construction of an aqueduct that carried water from a spring near the El Cubo mine—also known as La Encantada—to the Condesa Fountain, located in what was then Villarreal Square (now Independence Garden). The water flowed through conduits that ran across the rooftops of city homes.

By 1845, the aqueduct was in poor condition. A report commissioned by the local Police Property Board determined the damage was not severe and recommended maintenance work.

The aqueduct ceased operations in 1929 with the introduction of new water supply systems. Most of its arches were destroyed, and only 36 remain today.