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San Miguel de Allende is a town of approximately
160,500 people, located in central Mexico. High in the
central highlands of México, San Miguel de Allende is
blessed with over 320 days of sunshine and moderate
rainfall, most of it falling during Mexicos summer rainy
seasons. Also known to have a desertic climate, this
unique colonial town has a flavor of its own, whose
many ingredients include cobble stone streets, burros
carrying firewood, painters, photographers, sculptors,
dazzling sunsets, wonderful restaurants, and a town
square thats bursting with mariachis.
San Miguel offers visitors all kinds of activities.
Choose from a week long art class at one of the
numerous local art academies, a ride in a hot air
balloon, a weekend cooking class, Pilates, yoga, Zen
meditation, or cleansing with a shaman. Swim in thermal
waters, spend a day at a spa, or be more adventurous
with mountain biking, four- Wheeling, a ride in a hot air
balloon, or horseback riding and visiting our
archeological zone “La Cañada de la Virgen”
A stroll through town delights the eye with all the
colorfully painted buildings and the many tempting
shops. At dusk, have a cold ''cerveza'' at Los Portales
downtown, enjoy dining at a local restaurant, and then
dance till dawn at one of the lively night spots.
MORNING
Take a stroll in the heart of downtown San Miguel,
and then enjoy a delicious breakfast at Cumpanio
(located at correo #29).
A t C a f é
Contento, located at
Hernandez Macias
#72, you can enjoy
anything from a sit
down breakfast, to
grabbing a coffee to
go. Considering its
great location and
a m b i a n c e , i t i s
definitely an option
to consider.
Lavanda Café is
currently the most
requested restaurant
l o c a t e d a t
Hernandez Macias
#87. You should try
t h e i r w a f f l e s o r
coffee which has a
touch of lavender.
El Pegaso, at Corregidora #6, is one of the local
favorites, and our personal favorite place to eat
chilquiles rojos!
The Bagel cafe in Correo Street has the best bagels
in the region.
Juan ́s Cafe, located at Relox 37, is another great
option for breakfast or lunch. This Café will give you a
taste of San Miguel itself, and depicts the style and
flavors of this magical city.
Café Muro, located on calle Loreto 10-B, offers a
variety of flavorful typical Mexican snack. If you have a
slight craving for sopes or enchiladas, this is the place to
be.
San Agustin, located on San Francisco #21, is a
famous cafeteria due to its renowned owner, Margarita
Gralia. This restuarant offers a variety of hot chocolate
and churros. But that’s not all, they also have the option
of breakfast, lunch or dinner. Just make sure to go early,
since the place is small and there is always a bit of
waiting time to get a table!
Rincon de Don Tomas is located in the heart of San
Miguel’s square. It’s a great place to sit and chat while
having a cup of coffee, witnessing what San Miguel is all
about.
Café Rama located on Nemesio Diez #7 has great
food with eclectic design and paintings.
Ki’bok Coffee located on Diez de Sollano #25 and
Cuadrante #1.
Also near the Parroquia you will find Ten Ten Pie,
Cuna de Allende #21, located a block from the
Parroquia. This place offers breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Its terrace and location make it a wonderful option.
After breakfast, you can opt for a swim in one of our
local hot springs. Check out La Gruta or Escondido
Place. Likely for one to be available on every Street,
Taxis are safe and inexpensive. It will be about 15
minutes to get there, and you can tell the driver to pick
you up at a certain time.
If you like adventure, The San Miguel Parque de
Aventura has a great zip line; make a reservation at
parquedeaventurasma@gmail.com 415-140-0700.
Coyote Canyon adventures has amazing
horseback riding. If you like to wake up early, a balloon
ride is always a great idea, to visit La Cañada de la
Virgen is a must.
Walk around and admire our beautiful architecture.
San Miguel is a world heritage site and is looking more
and more beautiful every day.
The weather in May is hot and the rainy season starts
in July. Whether its hot or rainy, you can take your time
and enjoy a refreshing drink in one of the outdoor/indoor
cafes or bars in the center of town.
Visit our markets, where you will enjoy all the color
and the smell of México. Walk the streets of San Miguel,
known as shoppers paradise for inexpensive arts and
crafts. Walk the side streets of the Mercado Allende for
blown glass. La Casa de Vidrio has the largest selection
in town. San Miguel also has wonderful art galleries and
jewelry stores.
Canal, Zacateros, Hernandez Macias, and Correo streets
are a must.
A visit to Fabrica la Aurora with its many galleries
and then Distrito Zoma ( Lupita 3 ), make sure you visit
Munane for a fabulous textile selection from Mexico and
the world, and antiques from France.
Visit the Meson de San Ignacio in Mesones 53 where
you will find Rue Desnuettes (amazing desserts and great
coffee) Maria Brunel textiles from all over the world,
Maria Cabrera the best swimming suits in town, jewelry
and pet shops the building is beautiful do not miss it.
LUNCH
Are you in the mood for some authentic Mexican
food?
La Alborada is a very small and inexpensive restaurant in
Diez de Sollano, where you can fine the best enchiladas
verdes.
Luna de Queso is a vegan restaurant with so many
healthy food options, where you can buy a lot of vegan
products. This store is located at Salida a Celaya, in front
of La Casona hotel.
Pueblo Viejo, located at Umaran #6, has the feel of
an old town and the food is very good. Try the
molcajete, but make sure you are hungry or have
someone to share it with!
Atrio located on Cuna de Allende street has a
fabulous view, amazing food and service. Do not miss
Roberta Vallina’s incredible jewelry in their patio, we are
sure you’ll love it.
The Restaurant has great food, and an amazing
patio. Located at Diez de Sollano # 16.
La Cevicheria has amazing ceviches and great fish
tacos, it is definitely a must. Located at between the
streets Correo and Diez de Sollano.
Hecho en Mexico is
located in Ancha de
San Antonio # 8. You
c a n e n j o y t h e i r
rosemary chicken and
hamburgers. It is so
delicious!
The Rosewood hotel
offers great salads,
hamburgers and a
beautiful view of the
city’s skyline. Located
at Nemesio Diez # 11.
La Parada, located at
R e c r e o # 9 6 i s a
P e r u v i a n c u i s i n e .
R a t e d # 1 o n t r i p
advisor, there is no
need to say more.
If you are simply in the mood for a light lunch, stop
by at Nectar, Correo #43, and enjoy a salad and a tea.
They have a wide variety of teas.
AFTERNOON
If you are feeling like being pampered, enjoy a
massage.
You can try Matilda ́s
spa (Aldama #53) or Dos
C a s a s s p a ( Q u e b r a d a
#101), try their cvd massage
with sound therapy, it is
amazing!
If you are the artsy type,
the whole town is a piece of
art! You will find many art
galleries in town such as:
Casa Diana, Recreo #48.
Galeria Nudo, Recreo #10 –
B.
Fabrica la Aurora
San Miguel is known for its
beautiful sunsets, so head to
La Azotea at Pueblo Viejo
where you can sip a Margarita or Mojito and enjoy one
of their great tapas. (Umaran # 6)
Mx Terrace bar, great place for drinks and sushis
Ocre: Hidalgo # 5. Great terrace and very good food.
La Luna at Rosewood, one of the best views in town.
La Terraza of Pegaso is also a great option.
Hotel 1810 has an amazing view of town. Located on
Hidalgo Street.
These are also some of our favorite restaurants:
Marsala: located on Hernandez Macias #48. Mexican/
Mediterranean food.
Nomada: Hernandez Macias #88. Mexican Fusion
La Grotta: Jesus street, great pizzas.
DINNER
For Jazz and very good Mexican food, try hitting up
Tio Lucas, where you wont be dissapointed. Located at
Mesones 103.
If you are in the mood for traditional Mexican food,
head on over to La Posadita, located on Cuna de
Allende #13, and enjoy your favorite Mexican dish while
enjoying the breath taking views of the city.
Dos Casas has an extraordinary chef, worthy of
giving it a try. The name of the restuarant is Aperi, and
they are located at Quebrada # 101.
If you like Sushi, try Sai-Ko in the corner of Hernandez
Macias and Umaran, their sashimi is very good.
Food Factory has a great ambiance, where you
can find a wide variety of wonderful food options
(located at La Aurora Factory).
Mezcaleria San Mezcal, located at Recreo # 96.
They have a great variety of mescals.
Tacos: the best tacos al pastor are in Brasimix, in Salida a
Celaya #20A, try the gringas al pastor. Yummmm!
GREAT NIGHT SCENE
Before the party, you can go to La azotea and drink
something while you enjoy the sunset.
Bekeh it is one of our favorites located on Mesones
#14 where Fabiola Padilla, top mixologist in Mexico, will
serve you the best cocktails with an amazing view of
town.
Hank’s (grown up)
Berlin Umaran street (mix)
Tio Lucas (grown up)
The Restaurant (grown up)
EXTRA ACTIVITIES
“El Charco del Ingenio” Located a few minutes from
the historical town of San Miguel de Allende, El Charco
del Ingenio is a Botanical Garden and outstanding
Nature Preserve. It also displays a vast botanical
collection of cacti and other Mexican plants, many of
which are rare, threatened or in danger of extinction.
Departing from a visitor center, a network of
surveyed paths allows to discover the preserve’s
highlights, such as plants’ displays, scenic lookouts, bird
sanctuaries, vestiges from the past and an interactive
children’s garden. El Charco is also a unique place for
strolling, jogging, hiking, meditating or simply enjoying
Nature.
A t o t o n i l c o , “ E l
S a n t u a r i o d e J e s u s
Nazareno de Atotonilco” is
an 18th century Baroque
t e m p l e l o c a t e d 1 4
kilometers from San Miguel
de Allende.
T h e c h u r c h i s
composed of a main
nave, seven annexed
chapels, sacristy and six
d r e s s i n g r o o m s . T h e
i m p o r t a n c e o f t h e
Sanctuary was manifested
on July 8, 2008 when
U n e s c o i n c l u d e d t h e
sanctuary in its list of World Heritage Sites.
“Cañada de la Virgen” One of Mexico’s best-kept
secrets, the Cañada de la Virgen archaeological zone
has only been open to the public since February of 2011.
Since then, Albert Coffee has taken thousands of people
on his academic-level introduction to the pre-Hispanic
history of Mexico through visits to the site which he was
invited to help excavate.
The site itself is a true testament to the
mathematical, astronomical and architectural genius
acquired over thousands of years by its builders and their
ancestors.
San Miguel de Allende
has a lot of adventure
a c t i v i t i e s t o d o . We
r e c o m m e n d C o y o t e
Canyon to arrange some
o f t h e m . T h e y o f f e r
horseback riding, hot air
balloon floghts, hiking &
bouldering, rock climbing,
ATV tours, biking and
traditional “Temazcal”.
Trolley Tour, with bilingual
guides that will take you
back in time with the most
amazing history and
unique legends of San
Miguel.
Golf Courses like “Ventanas San Miguel” or “Club de
Golf Malanquin” both located at 15 min from town.
Mexican cooking classes at La Piña Azul with Kristen
West are a flavorful blend of cultural perspective and