The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Guanajuato, Guanajuato

February 26, 2022 Vergie Nakamoto

Discover the best top things to do in Guanajuato, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast including Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel, Templo Expiatorio del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus, Chapel of Jimmy Ray Gallery, Museo de Arte e Historia de Guanajuato, Museo Regional de Guanajuato Alhondiga de Granaditas, Museo Casa Diego Rivera, Jardin de la Union, Museo Iconografico del Quijote, El Jardin, Parroquia de Basilica Colegiata de Nuestra Senora de Guanajuato.
Restaurants in Guanajuato

1. Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel

Calle Principal S/N Zona Centro, San Miguel de Allende 37725 Mexico +52 415 152 0544
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5.0 based on 3,227 reviews

Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel

Built in 1683, this pastel pink church is the city's most recognizable landmark.

Reviewed By Retired_teacher_56 - Dwight, Canada

The centerpiece and focal point and one of the best things to do in San Miguel Allende is the unmissable church. La Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel or the Church of St. Michael the Archangel is as impressive as it is massive. This is arguably the most photogenic spot in the city inside and out. Enjoy the view from the well-manicured garden in the plaza directly in front of the church that looks almost like an ornate pinkish orange cake! On Sundays, the plaza out front is filled with families and their children enjoying the park. The Luna Rooftop Tapas Bar in the Rosewood Hotel is a great place to have a cocktail enjoying both the sunset and this amazing church

2. Templo Expiatorio del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus

12901 N. I-35 Service Rd. Northbound Plaza Expiatorio, Leon 37000 Mexico +52 477 714 2096 http://www.visitmexico.com/guanajuato/leon
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5.0 based on 967 reviews

Templo Expiatorio del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus

Reviewed By MarkC101 - Leon, Mexico

Awesome local feel. Visit the catacombs at the local sagrada ... starts after siesta (5pm) SaleRosa was our top restaurant! Simply awesome. Ask for Cesar - speaks English from Cardiff

Casa de Las Ranas 5km From San Miguel, San Miguel de Allende Mexico +52 415 155 8044 [email protected] http://www.madebyanado.com/
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5.0 based on 243 reviews

Chapel of Jimmy Ray Gallery

We have created a 2.5 Acre Art installation.......You have to see it to appreciate it...The Gallery shows the work of Anado McLauchlin and guest artists.....The whole site is full of mosaic whimsy and delightful mirth!

Reviewed By jaelhakim

I’ve never seen anything like this place in my life. The whole house, and surrounding structures are completely covered in mosaics and other bizarre creations. Definitely worth the trip.

4. Museo de Arte e Historia de Guanajuato

Primera Calle Sur Ote. 1, Museo Arqueologico de Comitan, Leon 37500 Mexico +52 477 104 1100 [email protected] https://forumcultural.guanajuato.gob.mx/mahg/
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5.0 based on 188 reviews

Museo de Arte e Historia de Guanajuato

5. Museo Regional de Guanajuato Alhondiga de Granaditas

Calle Mendizabal 6, Guanajuato 36000 Mexico +52 473 732 1112 [email protected] http://sic.cultura.gob.mx/ficha.php?table=museo&table_id=1004
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4.5 based on 1,074 reviews

Museo Regional de Guanajuato Alhondiga de Granaditas

This huge stone granary was the site of the first major Mexican victory against the Spanish in the War of Independence.

Reviewed By PaulPapich - San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

This massive building is a history museum, an art museum, an anthropologiacl museum, and, best of all, the very place where one of the most important events in Mexican history actually occurred. Don't be fooled by the drab exterior. Inside you will find the story of European colonization and its many horrors, the struggle for independence from its oppressive yolk, and the courage and determination of the Mexican people portrayed in the most vivid detail. This is a "must see" while in Guanajuato.

6. Museo Casa Diego Rivera

Calle Positos 47, Guanajuato 36000 Mexico +52 473 732 1197 [email protected] http://sic.cultura.gob.mx/ficha.php?table=museo&table_id=621
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4.5 based on 826 reviews

Museo Casa Diego Rivera

The birthplace of Mexico's most famous painter has been preserved as a museum featuring some of his original works and a collection of artifacts from his house.

Reviewed By SeveBellisteros - Kansas City, United States

I am a big fan of Diego Rivera so I very much enjoyed his home. It is beautifully restored and has several of his early works, which are not in the style for which he is famous. I would read about him in advance of going as the signage. /story telling is minimal.

7. Jardin de la Union

Jardin de la Union & De Sopena, Guanajuato 36000 Mexico
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4.5 based on 1,299 reviews

Jardin de la Union

This popular plaza is the center of social activity in the city.

Reviewed By SimoneK10 - Melbourne, Australia

This is a beautiful public square just to sit and watch people and listen to the Mariachi bands. Really enjoyable.

8. Museo Iconografico del Quijote

Manuel Doblado 1 Zona Centro, Guanajuato 36000 Mexico +52 473 732 6721 http://museoiconografico.guanajuato.gob.mx/
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4.5 based on 425 reviews

Museo Iconografico del Quijote

This museum is dedicated to the story of Don Quixote and displays statues, murals and other depictions of this famous literary figure.

Reviewed By PaulPapich - San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

My wife and I loved this museum. Imagine, an entire museum dedicated to the mythical exploits of a fictional character. This might seem absurd, but then you visit the museum and the genius of the place reveals itself. The many galleries contain lovely works of art depicting the improbable events in the lives of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza, and scholarly books about the author, Don Miguel de Cervantes, and his world-famous book. My wife and I loved this place. In fact, we visited twice in our five-day stay.

9. El Jardin

San Miguel de Allende Mexico
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4.5 based on 1,057 reviews

El Jardin

The city's crowded center plaza is located at the heart of the historic district.

Reviewed By 643geraldb

One of our guides described it as the living room of SMA. Just before sunset people of all ages fill the zocalo. It's exciting to watch and walk around

10. Parroquia de Basilica Colegiata de Nuestra Senora de Guanajuato

Calle Ponciano Aguilar 7, Centro, Guanajuato 36000 Mexico +52 473 732 0314
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4.5 based on 677 reviews

Parroquia de Basilica Colegiata de Nuestra Senora de Guanajuato

This 17th-century cathedral holds a wooden image of the Nuestra Senora de Guanajuato that is thought be the oldest piece of Christian art in Mexico.

Reviewed By vagabondginger - San Diego, United States

My first look at the beautiful city of Guanajuato was from the top at El Pipila and not only did the San Diego Church with it's red domes stand out, so did this striking yellow Basilica with 2 towers and the red dome. It seems to just dominate the whole postcard scene. Nuestra Señora (Our Lady) is the patron saint and protector of this city and her statue inside is indeed revered. The chandeliers and interior is stunning too. This Basilica stands at the main square in the Plaza of Peace.

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