Overview
Piedras Negras sits directly across the Rio Grande from Eagle Pass, Texas, making it an easy international crossing for US travelers. The city claims fame as the birthplace of nachos, invented here in 1940 by Ignacio 'Nacho' Anaya.
Day Trips · Family Travel · History · Nightlife
Before you go
Connectivity
4G available from AT&T/Unefon, Movistar, and Telcel. US carriers may work near the border. No 5G yet.
Food
Sample nachos here where they were invented in 1940. La Casasita offers outstanding empanadas in a casual setting.
Transport
Day-trippers from Eagle Pass can walk across the international bridge. Car and bus are the main overland options; Viva Aerobus flies to Monterrey.
Weather
Expect extreme heat May-September with temperatures often exceeding 45°C. Visit December-March for milder weather, though carry water year-round.