Estefania & Michael
Things To Do
Stroll the City!
Being such a walkable city, San Miguel de Allende is best experienced by going for a stroll. I would head out in the morning to watch the city come alive. Grab a coffee to go, and sit in one of the many squares like Plaza Cívica or Jardín Allende. Come night time, the city comes alive — you’ll find live bands and mojigangas (the large puppets) gathered in front of the Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel.
Rooftop hop!
One of our favorite things to do in San Miguel is to visit some of their rooftop bars! There are plenty to discover here with amazing views of the city and a great variety of food and drink. Two of our favorites are La Azotea and La Unica! Other great spots include: Quince, Luna, Tunki, Sollano 18, Atrio, & Mama Mia.
Shop Some Unique Artisanal Handicraft
The Mercado de Artesanias is located some 7 minutes away on foot from the Parroquia and has a selection of authentic decorations/souvenirs like none other. There are also plenty of little shops around the town you can find!
Visit Fábrica La Aurora
Fábrica La Aurora is a renovated textile mill that now houses artist studios, shops, and galleries. There is so much to see in here, you could spend a whole afternoon winding in and out of the factory. There is also a great coffee shop here called Geek & Coffee.
Desayuno y Cafecito
Check out some yummy breakfast spots like Lavanda Café, Lukrezia, or Lolita!
Bars & Nightlife
For a chill night or a quick drink. Head over to two of our favorite spots: El Quitapenas & La Coronela. For a nightclub, we recommend El Duke.
La Gruta Spa
La Gruta Spa is located just under 20 minutes north of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Nestled in the foothills of the nearby mountains, La Gruta hot springs offer visitors a chance to relax during their visit. The mineral-rich waters are said to have healing properties.
Museo Nacional de Antropología
The National Museum of Anthropology is a national museum of Mexico. It is the largest and most visited museum in Mexico. *recommended if traveling into CDMX early*
Pyramids of Teotihuacan
Teotihuacan is a vast Mexican archaeological complex northeast of Mexico City. Running down the middle of the site, which was once a flourishing pre-Columbian city, is the Avenue of the Dead. It links the Temple of Quetzalcoatl, the Pyramid of the Moon and the Pyramid of the Sun, the latter two with panoramic views from their summits. Artifacts in the Museum of Teotihuacan Culture, on-site, include pottery and bones. *recommended if traveling into CDMX early*
El Tizoncito, Creadores del Taco al Pastor
For tacos al pastor in Mexico City, head to El Tizoncito. This is Steffy's go-to spot whenever visiting family in CDMX. *recommended if traveling into CDMX early*
Xochimilco
The photogenic, brightly coloured gondolas, or Xochimilco Trajineras, that cruise up and down the waterways are what have made it so popular among both foreign and Mexican tourists alike. *recommended for those traveling into CDMX early*
Chapultepec Castle
Located on top of Chapultepec Hill in Mexico City's Chapultepec park. The name Chapultepec is the Nahuatl word chapoltepēc which means "on the hill of the grasshopper". The site of the hill was a sacred place for Aztecs, and the buildings atop it have served several purposes during its history. *recommended for those traveling into CDMX early*