Things to do in Hidalgo Del Parral
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Museo Francisco Villa
The building from which Pancho Villa was shot and killed in 1923, toward the west end of town, now houses the Museo Francisco Villa. It has two floors of interesting photos, guns and memorabilia, and guided tours (by donation) available in Spanish and sometimes English. The best thing to do here is to listen to the often dubious stories the guides tell. The tale about Villa’s body being switched with a decoy after the decapitation, and thus not actually being moved to Mexico City, may have some credibility.
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Palacio Alvarado
Built a century ago in an eclectic European style by French architect Amerigo Rouvier for silver tycoon Pedro Alvarado, the beautifully restored Palacio Alvarado has pressed aluminum ceilings and other artistic flair, plus plenty of original furnishings, decoration and artifacts. It’s a block off Plaza Baca. Alvarado was so rich he once offered to pay off Mexico’s entire national debt. Lady Alvarado died shortly before the house was completed. Her funeral wagon, later used for Pancho Villa, is on display.
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Al Gusto Restaurante
This air-conditioned surprise, just across Puente Francisco Villa from Plaza Principal, serves up carefully prepared dishes from burgers and salads to fish and excellent fajitas, in four separate rooms with a tranquil ambience. The introductory chips come with two great, original cream-cheese and chili dips.
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Restaurant La Fuente
Happy yellow walls and big windows add to the warm ambience at La Fuente, a local favorite a block off Plaza Principal, where you’ll find a good range of dishes including steak, chicken, enchiladas and a fine garlic soup.
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