San Miguel de Allende Highlights
Food Scene
He is a genuine French pastry chef from Paris! Doors open early, about 8 am. Pick up tongs and fill a tray with these delicacies. Each day he offers different scones that are at the checkout counter.
97 locals recommend
Cumpanio
29 CorreoHe is a genuine French pastry chef from Paris! Doors open early, about 8 am. Pick up tongs and fill a tray with these delicacies. Each day he offers different scones that are at the checkout counter.
A magnificent dining room, unique and fresh menu and the best waitstaff service in town. A great restaurant to celebrate special milestones.
10 locals recommend
1826 Restaurant
11 Nemesio DiezA magnificent dining room, unique and fresh menu and the best waitstaff service in town. A great restaurant to celebrate special milestones.
In 2006 Donnie Masterton chef/owner created the first farm-to-table menu in San Miguel. He keeps it interesting after all these years. Beautiful setting in a Moorish courtyard.
116 locals recommend
The Restaurant
16 Diez de Sollano y DávalosIn 2006 Donnie Masterton chef/owner created the first farm-to-table menu in San Miguel. He keeps it interesting after all these years. Beautiful setting in a Moorish courtyard.
Paco is a Swiss-trained pastry chef. Sit at one of the small tables watching people walk by while sipping on a cappuccino and have a party in your mouth with one of his almondine croissants, truffles and/or cakes.
14 locals recommend
Petit Four
2-B JesúsPaco is a Swiss-trained pastry chef. Sit at one of the small tables watching people walk by while sipping on a cappuccino and have a party in your mouth with one of his almondine croissants, truffles and/or cakes.
Drinks & Nightlife
Exceptional views of the city, luxurious seating, excellent waitstaff and delicious tapas.
59 locals recommend
Luna Tapas Bar
11 Nemesio DiezExceptional views of the city, luxurious seating, excellent waitstaff and delicious tapas.
Berlin Bar & Bistro
19 Umarán2x1 drinks at the bar. A bohemian vibe. LGBT Friday nights.
Sightseeing
The Parroquia is majestic both during the day or lit-up at night. Strolling bands of mariachis play in the evenings.
295 locals recommend
Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel
S/N PrincipalThe Parroquia is majestic both during the day or lit-up at night. Strolling bands of mariachis play in the evenings.
Parks & Nature
Walking trails at the botanical gardens are best enjoyed in the early morning.
Botanical gardens, nature preserve and an arboretum that features a vast collection of cacti and succulents. A unique place for strolling, jogging, hiking and meditating. In 2004 it was proclaimed a Peace Zone by the Dalai Lama. Open daily 9am-6pm • 50p
289 locals recommend
Charco Del Ingenio
S/N PalomaWalking trails at the botanical gardens are best enjoyed in the early morning.
Botanical gardens, nature preserve and an arboretum that features a vast collection of cacti and succulents. A unique place for strolling, jogging, hiking and meditating. In 2004 it was proclaimed a Peace Zone by the Dalai Lama. Open daily 9am-6pm • 50p
More than 100 years ago, a local physician purchased this land and had this public park created. Now you will see early morning joggers, dog walkers, lovers, basketball players, food vendors and the cheerful sounds of children on the playground.
208 locals recommend
Juárez Park
75 Cañadita de los AguacatesMore than 100 years ago, a local physician purchased this land and had this public park created. Now you will see early morning joggers, dog walkers, lovers, basketball players, food vendors and the cheerful sounds of children on the playground.
Tepid to hot, spring-fed pools,
Mexican breakfast/lunch.
Daily 7am-5pm, except holidays
Admission: 250p per person
1-hr massage is 450p
A 150p taxi ride from town.
133 locals recommend
La Gruta Spa
km 10 A Dolores HidalgoTepid to hot, spring-fed pools,
Mexican breakfast/lunch.
Daily 7am-5pm, except holidays
Admission: 250p per person
1-hr massage is 450p
A 150p taxi ride from town.
Come back to your senses. Relax and enjoy the quiet and peaceful environment for harmonizing your body, mind, and soul. Private cabana, restaurants, beach-entry man-made lake.
The most exclusive way to enjoy La Playa!
Private Cabana for 2 people (3 available) $500 MXN
Private cabana for 4 people (1 available) $1,000 MXN
A la carte menu or picnic menu available.
+ $300 MXN per person for full access to La Playa
Min. consumption $200 Adults, $100 Kids
*Subject to availability
Reserve today: manaia@los-senderos.com
*The rent is for the whole day (10am to 6pm), food and drinks are not included and a minimum consumption of $200 MXP for adults and $100 MXP for kids are required.
https://vallelossenderos.com/en/experiences/
16 locals recommend
Valle de Los Senderos
Come back to your senses. Relax and enjoy the quiet and peaceful environment for harmonizing your body, mind, and soul. Private cabana, restaurants, beach-entry man-made lake.
The most exclusive way to enjoy La Playa!
Private Cabana for 2 people (3 available) $500 MXN
Private cabana for 4 people (1 available) $1,000 MXN
A la carte menu or picnic menu available.
+ $300 MXN per person for full access to La Playa
Min. consumption $200 Adults, $100 Kids
*Subject to availability
Reserve today: manaia@los-senderos.com
*The rent is for the whole day (10am to 6pm), food and drinks are not included and a minimum consumption of $200 MXP for adults and $100 MXP for kids are required.
https://vallelossenderos.com/en/experiences/
Arts & Culture
The library is a central hub for tourists, the expat community and the youth of San Miguel. Information is readily available for private tours, walking tours and events throughout the city.
Tickets for local events are on sale at the Tesoros gift shop.
The cafe offers light meals for breakfast and lunch. It is the second largest bilingual library in Mexico.
All purchases at the gift shop and cafe support the libraries free programs and scholarships for local youth.
51 locals recommend
Public Library of San Miguel de Allende, A.C.
#25 InsurgentesThe library is a central hub for tourists, the expat community and the youth of San Miguel. Information is readily available for private tours, walking tours and events throughout the city.
Tickets for local events are on sale at the Tesoros gift shop.
The cafe offers light meals for breakfast and lunch. It is the second largest bilingual library in Mexico.
All purchases at the gift shop and cafe support the libraries free programs and scholarships for local youth.
A private collection of 1,000 Mexican toys and rustic crafts collected over 50 years. Beautifully displayed and thoroughly enjoyable, with or without children.
Nùñez 40 • 50p • Tues-Sat 10am-6pm and Sun 11am-4pm
91 locals recommend
Museo del Juguete popular Mexicano
40 NúñezA private collection of 1,000 Mexican toys and rustic crafts collected over 50 years. Beautifully displayed and thoroughly enjoyable, with or without children.
Nùñez 40 • 50p • Tues-Sat 10am-6pm and Sun 11am-4pm
A converted textile factory is now home to over 53 galleries and studios, and restaurants. Artists in residence on Thursdays.
An Art Walk is held the first Saturday of every month, 5-7pm.
317 locals recommend
Fabrica La Aurora
S/N Calz de La AuroraA converted textile factory is now home to over 53 galleries and studios, and restaurants. Artists in residence on Thursdays.
An Art Walk is held the first Saturday of every month, 5-7pm.
Professor Albert Coffee, an anthropologist and archaeologist, worked on the site in the 2004 field season. He leads an exceptional academic level tour! $60 USD • 4½ hours
Tues-Sun • 9am & 2pm • 415-102-5583
Albert Coffee Archaeotours
5b Julián CarrilloProfessor Albert Coffee, an anthropologist and archaeologist, worked on the site in the 2004 field season. He leads an exceptional academic level tour! $60 USD • 4½ hours
Tues-Sun • 9am & 2pm • 415-102-5583
The Historical Museum of San Miguel de Allende was inaugurated in February 1990. The property was the family home of Ignacio de Allende, which was acquired by the government of the state of Guanajuato from the last owners who inhabited it until 1979.
It is the first museum to be restructured as part of the celebrations of the Bicentennial of Independence, by the National Institute of Anthropology and History.
This restructuring was carried out to meet four main objectives:
1. Return the property to its original beauty and dimensions.
2. Provide the museum with a solid academic discourse and an updated museum script, linked to the life of Ignacio de Allende, and his leading role in the beginning of the armed struggle. In addition, to recognize the importance of San Miguel el Grande, as an industrial and commercial center of the Bajío, and as an ideological cradle of independence.
95 locals recommend
Museo de San Miguel de Allende
1 Cuna de AllendeThe Historical Museum of San Miguel de Allende was inaugurated in February 1990. The property was the family home of Ignacio de Allende, which was acquired by the government of the state of Guanajuato from the last owners who inhabited it until 1979.
It is the first museum to be restructured as part of the celebrations of the Bicentennial of Independence, by the National Institute of Anthropology and History.
This restructuring was carried out to meet four main objectives:
1. Return the property to its original beauty and dimensions.
2. Provide the museum with a solid academic discourse and an updated museum script, linked to the life of Ignacio de Allende, and his leading role in the beginning of the armed struggle. In addition, to recognize the importance of San Miguel el Grande, as an industrial and commercial center of the Bajío, and as an ideological cradle of independence.
City advice
Don't miss
Historic Walking Tour
English-speaking guides walk participants through San Miguel's glorious past, showing them the city center, its historical buildings and many churches. The tour includes an in-depth look at the interior of the Parroquia. Meet in front of the Parroquia at 9:45 am, tour leaves at 10am • M/W/F • 300p • 2½ hrs
Getting around
You don't need a car in SMA
Taxis are 50-70 pesos ($2.50 - $3)
Almost everything you want/need to do and see is within walking distance.
There is little to no street parking. So, do yourself a favor, take the taxis and/or walk.
Getting around
The best map of SMA!
https://www.sanmigueldeallendemap.com
or buy it on Amazon
Glossy, double-sided map, the colonias are shown by color, street index, maps to scale. The guide to the Historic Downtown was curated so that you could discover the best right away. Restaurants, bars with views, shopping, transportation, beauty/barber shop, outdoor activities and more!