Top Things to do in Guanajuato
Top Hotels in Guanajuato
- 1. Casa de Sierra Nevada, A Belmond Hotel, San Miguel de Allende
- 2. Casa de la Noche
- 3. El Meson de los Poetas
- 4. Mansion San Miguel
- 5. Live Aqua Urban Resort San Miguel De Allende
- 6. Rosewood San Miguel de Allende
- 7. Posada Santa Fe
- 8. Hampton Inn by Hilton Leon Guanajuato
- 9. Hotel Real De Minas San Miguel de Allende
- 10. HS HOTSSON Hotel Leon
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The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Guanajuato, Guanajuato
Discover the best top things to do in Guanajuato, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast including Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel, Templo Expiatorio del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus, Chapel of Jimmy Ray Gallery, Museo de Arte e Historia de Guanajuato, Museo Regional de Guanajuato Alhondiga de Granaditas, Museo Casa Diego Rivera, Jardin de la Union, Museo Iconografico del Quijote, El Jardin, Parroquia de Basilica Colegiata de Nuestra Senora de Guanajuato.
Restaurants in Guanajuato
1. Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3,227 reviews
Built in 1683, this pastel pink church is the city's most recognizable landmark.
Reviewed By Retired_teacher_56 - Dwight, Canada
The centerpiece and focal point and one of the best things to do in San Miguel Allende is the unmissable church. La Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel or the Church of St. Michael the Archangel is as impressive as it is massive. This is arguably the most photogenic spot in the city inside and out. Enjoy the view from the well-manicured garden in the plaza directly in front of the church that looks almost like an ornate pinkish orange cake! On Sundays, the plaza out front is filled with families and their children enjoying the park. The Luna Rooftop Tapas Bar in the Rosewood Hotel is a great place to have a cocktail enjoying both the sunset and this amazing church
2. Templo Expiatorio del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 967 reviews
Reviewed By MarkC101 - Leon, Mexico
Awesome local feel. Visit the catacombs at the local sagrada ... starts after siesta (5pm) SaleRosa was our top restaurant! Simply awesome. Ask for Cesar - speaks English from Cardiff
3. Chapel of Jimmy Ray Gallery
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5.0 based on 243 reviews
We have created a 2.5 Acre Art installation.......You have to see it to appreciate it...The Gallery shows the work of Anado McLauchlin and guest artists.....The whole site is full of mosaic whimsy and delightful mirth!
Reviewed By jaelhakim
I’ve never seen anything like this place in my life. The whole house, and surrounding structures are completely covered in mosaics and other bizarre creations. Definitely worth the trip.
4. Museo de Arte e Historia de Guanajuato
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 188 reviews
5. Museo Regional de Guanajuato Alhondiga de Granaditas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,074 reviews
This huge stone granary was the site of the first major Mexican victory against the Spanish in the War of Independence.
Reviewed By PaulPapich - San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
This massive building is a history museum, an art museum, an anthropologiacl museum, and, best of all, the very place where one of the most important events in Mexican history actually occurred. Don't be fooled by the drab exterior. Inside you will find the story of European colonization and its many horrors, the struggle for independence from its oppressive yolk, and the courage and determination of the Mexican people portrayed in the most vivid detail. This is a "must see" while in Guanajuato.
6. Museo Casa Diego Rivera
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4.5 based on 826 reviews
The birthplace of Mexico's most famous painter has been preserved as a museum featuring some of his original works and a collection of artifacts from his house.
Reviewed By SeveBellisteros - Kansas City, United States
I am a big fan of Diego Rivera so I very much enjoyed his home. It is beautifully restored and has several of his early works, which are not in the style for which he is famous. I would read about him in advance of going as the signage. /story telling is minimal.
7. Jardin de la Union
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4.5 based on 1,299 reviews
This popular plaza is the center of social activity in the city.
Reviewed By SimoneK10 - Melbourne, Australia
This is a beautiful public square just to sit and watch people and listen to the Mariachi bands. Really enjoyable.
8. Museo Iconografico del Quijote
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 425 reviews
This museum is dedicated to the story of Don Quixote and displays statues, murals and other depictions of this famous literary figure.
Reviewed By PaulPapich - San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
My wife and I loved this museum. Imagine, an entire museum dedicated to the mythical exploits of a fictional character. This might seem absurd, but then you visit the museum and the genius of the place reveals itself. The many galleries contain lovely works of art depicting the improbable events in the lives of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza, and scholarly books about the author, Don Miguel de Cervantes, and his world-famous book. My wife and I loved this place. In fact, we visited twice in our five-day stay.
9. El Jardin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,057 reviews
The city's crowded center plaza is located at the heart of the historic district.
Reviewed By 643geraldb
One of our guides described it as the living room of SMA. Just before sunset people of all ages fill the zocalo. It's exciting to watch and walk around
10. Parroquia de Basilica Colegiata de Nuestra Senora de Guanajuato
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 677 reviews
This 17th-century cathedral holds a wooden image of the Nuestra Senora de Guanajuato that is thought be the oldest piece of Christian art in Mexico.
Reviewed By vagabondginger - San Diego, United States
My first look at the beautiful city of Guanajuato was from the top at El Pipila and not only did the San Diego Church with it's red domes stand out, so did this striking yellow Basilica with 2 towers and the red dome. It seems to just dominate the whole postcard scene. Nuestra Señora (Our Lady) is the patron saint and protector of this city and her statue inside is indeed revered. The chandeliers and interior is stunning too. This Basilica stands at the main square in the Plaza of Peace.
