San Miguel de Allende was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008 and is a true tourist destination. Locals, including the 20% of ex-pat Americans who live there permanently, are very friendly and welcoming to tourists. San Miguel is a very safe place; however, we would ask that you use common sense as when you are traveling anywhere, whether in the US or internationally.
We do not recommend renting a car. San Miguel is a relatively small dense town with narrow, cobblestone streets. The city is extremely walkable but please pack comfortable shoes!! Also, cabs are everywhere and very cheap!
Feb is a beautiful time to visit SMA. Average temperatures can reach 25 degrees celsius during the day, but nights are cool and can go as low as 9 degrees celsius.
WALK Once you arrive in San Miguel, getting around is easy. Walking is the best and most fun way to get around. The city is extremely pedestrian-friendly and small enough that you hardly ever need to take a cab - even at night. Most of the streets are narrow with old, uneven cobblestones so be sure to bring comfortable walking shoes! TAXI Taxis are incredibly cheap, safe and plentiful throughout San Miguel! If needed, you can hail a cab from almost anywhere. Taxis are green and white and cost approximately 30 pesos ($2 USD) during the day. Fares are typically higher at night but no more than 60 pesos. Taxis in San Miguel do not have meters and only accept pesos. Very few drivers have change so be sure to have a stash of small bills with you and remember to tip 10-15% of your fare. UBER For those that prefer door-to-door service, there are several reputable companies that offer private car service. One of the best is San Miguel Driver. San Miguel even has Uber!
We know that time away from home and work is precious so we recommended making the most of your trip and staying as long as you can! Wedding events will take place Friday and Saturday and we will post updates on our Events page as the details are finalized.
Still have questions? We have answers! We are happy to help with any and all of your travel arrangements. Seriously, if you have any questions please be in touch! You can reach us via email at dahena.lozano@gmail.com