You must see the view from here
Take a Walk to a Viewpoint in San Miguel de Allende. San Miguel de Allende looks amazing at street level, but it looks even better from above. Thankfully it’s not too difficult to get a fantastic panoramic view of the city. It’s only about a 15-20 minute walk from the plaza up to the viewpoint, which is known as El Mirador. Be More...
Sanctuary of Atotonilco
Just a 30-minute drive from the center, you’ll find the incredible Sanctuary of Atotonilco. A trip here is one of the best things to do around San Miguel de Allende. This historic church complex is a UNESCO More...
The Home of Ignacio Allende is open to the public
Did you know that San Miguel de Allende is actually named after two different people? The city gets its name from a friar named Juan de San Miguel and Ignacio Allende, a hero, and martyr of the Mexican independence More...
Spanish lessons in San Miguel de Allende
One of the most popular things to do in San Miguel de Allende is to sign up for Spanish lessons. There are plenty of excellent Spanish schools here and the locals are super friendly and ready to help you practice. Ditch More...
Take a Walking Tour of San Miguel
It’s fun wandering around the cobblestone streets of San Miguel de Allende on your own, but it’s even better when you’re accompanied by a knowledgeable guide. Signing up for a walking tour of the city More...
Don’t miss Charco del Ingenio Botanical Garden
While many visitors to San Miguel de Allende spend much of their trip admiring the man-made beauty that abounds, you’ll want to carve out some time to get out in nature as well. The perfect place to do that More...
Visit La Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel
Without a doubt, the emblem of San Miguel is the stunning La Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel. Its towering neo-Gothic façade is a true architectural masterpiece. It was built by the self-taught Zeferino More...
Cañada de la Virgen Day Trip
Not far from the city, you’ll find the massive nature preserve of Cañada de La Virgen. The highlight of a visit to this archaeological site is being able to explore the many pyramids. There is a More...
El Jardín: San Miguel’s main center of activity
As with most cities in Mexico, San Miguel de Allende is centered around the main square. Known as El Jardin, this tree-lined plaza is surrounded by gorgeous buildings such as the parish church of San Miguel. More...
Mexican real-life superhero “El Santo” was born 105 years ago today
Rodolfo Guzmán Huerta, the legendary Lucha Libre wrestler known as El Santo “The Saint,” was born on Sept. 23, 1917. Huerta, who enjoyed a five-decade career, would become Mexico’s most popular son. Born More...
