The Mercado de Artesanías in San Miguel de Allende is a colorful marketplace where local artisans sell handcrafted Mexican treasures including textiles, pottery, tin art, jewelry, and folk art. Located near the city center, it offers authentic souvenirs and a genuine glimpse into the artistic traditions that make San Miguel famous.
La Aurora is a former textile factory turned art and design center where you'll find incredible art, furniture, clothing, jewelry and many other handmade products of great local artists. This is a go-to spot for us any time we're in San Miguel.
We did this with Jimena's family over the holidays and had a blast!
Jimena and her family have done this many times -- yes, even Maria!
Cañada de la Virgen is an Otomi archaeological site just outside San Miguel de Allende. You're able to go on your own, but we recommend going with a guide to make it a bit easier. Link here is to a guided tour.
Viñedo Dos Búhos - An organic winery about 15 minutes from the center Cuna de Tierra - One of the region's most established vineyards Viñedo San Miguel - Known for its cabernet sauvignon and merlot Viñedo San Lucas - Features tastings with vineyard views Rancho Toyan - A boutique winery with unique architecture Santísima Trinidad - A family-owned vineyard with beautiful grounds Viñedo La Santísima Trinidad - Known for its wine tours and tastings Tres Raíces - A newer vineyard with modern facilities and restaurant Most of these vineyards offer tours and tastings, and some have restaurants on-site. They're typically located within a 30-minute drive from San Miguel de Allende in the Guanajuato wine region.
Some notable streets in San Miguel: - Calle Aldama - Picturesque cobblestone street with colorful buildings and great photo opportunities - Calle Zacateros - Lined with shops, cafes, and art galleries - Calle Hernández Macías - Known for its restaurants and boutiques - Calle Recreo - Beautiful residential street with impressive architecture - Calle Sollano - Historic street with high-end shops and galleries - Calle Relox - Features the famous Angela Peralta Theater and leads to the main plaza - Calle Quebrada - Charming narrow street with distinctive architecture - Calle San Francisco - Leads to the Public Library and Cultural Center with a lovely café - Calle Jesús - Connects to the artisan market and has many local shops - Calle Correo - Home to the famous Parroquia church and connects to El Jardín