Things to do in  San Miguel de Allende

The vibrant, 16th-century town of San Miguel de Allende has a lot to take in, so at least two days is ideal for a visit. Be sure to take time to explore the city’s wide-ranging arts and culinary scenes, both oversized for this relatively small town.

Yes, if you enjoy the arts, an intriguing culinary scene, and charming Mexican baroque architecture, San Miguel de Allende is a great place to visit. The town is small enough to easily wander its winding streets on foot, and there are plenty of interesting sites for day trips during an extended stay.

San Miguel de Allende is known for its baroque and neoclassical architecture, lively festivals, pink-hued church, and all-consuming arts scene. Recently, its options in the culinary sphere have gotten noticed, which can be explored in the city’s wide-ranging restaurants and city markets.

San Miguel de Allende is best explored on foot, where you’ll find colorful streets, markets, and shops. Relax in the El Jardín plaza and marvel at the neo-Gothic stylings of the Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel church. Later, visit a collection of galleries or take a class at La Fabrica la Aurora art center, housed in a former textile mill.

You can expect pleasant temperatures year-round in San Miguel de Allende, although the city experiences lots of rainfall in the summer, and winter evenings can get chilly. For these reasons, the best time to visit the city is from November through April.

It depends. US dollars are not accepted in the normal course of business in San Miguel de Allende, but some tourist-frequented hotels, restaurants, and stores may accept US dollars for a less than favorable rate. However, US credit cards are widely accepted and ATMs can provide pesos (Mexican currency) for use.