Location: Guanajuato
Top Things to do in Guanajuato
The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Guanajuato, Guanajuato
Best known for its Festival Cervantino, an arts festival that draws attendance from around the world, Guanajuato is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its old town dates back to the 16th century, and you can visit many of Mexico’s important religious and artistic sites. Guanajuato was also home to the Mexican independence movement and the site of the first failed rebellion against colonial rule.
Restaurants in Guanajuato
1. Colonial Treasures: San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Zacatecas and Guadalajara
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Enjoy a wonderful 10-day, 9-night tour from Mexico City to visit some of the most important colonial cities in Mexico filled with culture and history. See San Miguel de Allende and its historical downtown. Stop at Guanajuato and learn about its subterranean avenues. Go to Zacatecas and head to La Bufa Hill, taste tequila in the town of Tequila when you visit Guadalajara and see the World Heritage Site of Morelia. This trip includes breakfast, a professional guide and transport.
Inclusions: Nine nights accommodation, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Round-trip shared transfer to and from Benito Juarez International Airport, Breakfast, Local English- and Spanish-speaking guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By Ksksksksks
Festive weekend atmosphere, plenty of artisanal shops inside this monetary bazaar. Fresh tacos Made in the courtyard, beer, live music.
2. Private Guanajuato City Tour From San Miguel
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
Visit the incredible magical city of Guanajuato, with its colorful facades, fascinating landscapes, city tunnels and captivating museums. A cultural city like no other, Guanajuato offers something for everyone, including a delicious lunch of regional Mexican food, intricate architecture and lots of history and local culture for those interested in Mexico’s colonial past.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Lunch, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Reviewed By elle d
We had an amazing walking (with one taxi) food tour with Diego! My husband and I love exploring the local food culture and he took us to some great local markets we never would have been able to navigate on our own. We tried tacos, meats, fruits and other treats. At the places he picked he knew the owners. Diego even brought his own plates and silverware for us. He is really knowledgeable about the history of the food culture of San Miguel De Allende. He also went with us to the local craft market. All in all a great day!
3. Guanajuato City Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Guanajuato is an amazing city located in the mountains, where people built their colorful houses. Starting as a mining town in the 16th century, you will be impressed by its colorful houses, the streets that run underneath the city and the mountains, the museums and historical buildings. This is a 9 hours tour starting from San Miguel de Allende or Queretaro, where we'll visit Teatro Juarez, University of Guanajuato, Hidalgo market, the kissing alley. As an option we can see Diego Rivera House museum, or Mummy museum, and you can choose between the tourist mine or the Ex Hacienda de San Gabriel Barrera. This is an unique city in Mexico with a strong architectural European influence.
Inclusions: Transportation (vehicle, gas, tolls, parking), My professional guiding and driving services, Fuel surcharge
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch
Reviewed By Urs_13
Did two tours with Aaron in Queretaro, the city walking tour and the wine and cheese tours. His english is excellent and his knowledge of the region and its history wonderful. He regaled us with stories of the history of the region, but was also a wealth of knowledge of the businesses and economic engines of the region. He drove us for the wine tour in his newish Nissan. He is a careful solid driver and we felt comfortable the whole day. We especially enjoyed the town of Bernal and the Freixenet winery. We felt very well cared for the entire time with Aaron. Would strongly recommend him and his tours and plan to come back one day to further explore the region.
4. 9-Day Trip in Mexico: Colonial Heritage
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
OVERVIEW Join our 9-day tour to explore the magnificent colonial heritage & natural beauties of Central Mexico. Our way will follow the famous La Ruta de la Plata ("the Silver Road") - a historic route created during the colonial era and, according to experts, the oldest & longest built by the Spanish conquistadors in the Americas. HIGHLIGHTS Get to know Mexico City - the largest city in Latin America and a world-class cultural hub. Climb huge Pirámides del Sol y de la Luna in UNESCO-declared Teotihuacán. Stroll UNESCO-listed colonial centers of Queretaro, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Zacatecas & Morelia. Visit la Mina El Eden, the only mine in the country that allows visitors to enter. See La Quemada - mysterious pre-Columbian ruins that used to be home to a flourishing Mesoamerican population. Why go with us Small groups of up to 13 travelers: closer communication, easier coordination, more adventures & fun! Off-the-beaten-track tours with maximum cultural immersion.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transportation: private vehicle, Accommodation: 8x nights in conveniently located, locally-owned hotels/B&Bs, Service of a Tour Leader , Walking tours/orientation walks: 11x (as per itinerary), Activities/guided visits: 6x (as per itinerary)
Exclusions: Flights; airport pick-up & drop-off; travel insurance; personal expenses & tips
Reviewed By Claire S
I did the private tour to Grutas Tolontongo with my partner and I highly recommend it. We were picked up on time by our tour guide and the entire day felt so looked after. It was a fantastic experience and I highly recommend to anyone thinking of visiting Grutas Tolontongo,.
5. A magic experience in Guanajuato
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This is a whole day tour. I’ll pick you up at your place to go together to Guanajuato the capital of the state. In this city we’re going to visit the Diego Rivera’s museum, the Juarez Theater, the kissing alley with its legend, and many more sites. Don’t miss this journey across one of the most magical cities in Mexico. The cost of this tour per person is USD$ 60 and requires at least 3 passengers.
Inclusions: Private transportation
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By jonathane110
We were disappointed in this tour, inasmuch as many of the places that were on the itinerary -- two museums and the national theater -- were closed. And they've been closed for a long time due to Covid. Our tour guide said, "we'll need to cut the tour short"...we suggested we visit a winery on the way back, but this came from us not him. The guide himself was knowledgeable about the history of the location, which is why this isn't a 2-star, but the owner, Jesus, should either have not booked us on the tour at all or at least informed us that after a one-hour+ drive many of the destinations would be unavailable.
6. Private from Guanajuato: City, Tunnels, and Mines Tour
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Guanajuato is a colonial gem sitting in a valley northwest of Mexico City. The city has been named as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The architecture of this gorgeous city was built using the great wealth generated from the silver mines during the 17th and 18th centuries; during this period, Guanajuato was the source for 1/3 of the world’s silver. You will also discover the labyrinth of tunnels beneath the city as well as the Haciendas and Mines outside of the City Center. . Today, you can see Guanajuato in its preserved beauty. Coming here is like stepping back in time; the city is remarkable and offers visitors an authentic colonial experience amidst one of the most picturesque colonial backdrops to be found anywhere in Mexico.
Inclusions: Entrance Fees to all Sites, Private transportation
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food & Drinks
Reviewed By Scott M
The reviews on Trip Advisor regarding this tour are excellent and as a result we booked the tour in Guanajuato. Due to the coronavirus and the Australian government forbidding travel we could not get to Mexico and had to cancel the tour. I am writing this review to highlight the professionalism displayed by this company throughout the whole process of booking the tour to us having to cancel. They were extremely helpful and co-operative at all times. I have no hesitation in recommending them and, when this over, we hope to get to Mexico and will use Estigo at every opportunity.
7. Guanajuato walking tour
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
Our desire is that visitors recognize us for our hospitality. We like to welcome travelers as if they were our old friends and we want to share with them the places we like the most. We: The Cacomixtle company, we like to delve into the daily life of a Guanajuato as it is.
Inclusions: Binoculars, maps, books.
Exclusions: Snacks
Reviewed By Jeffrey B
Although I was extremely disappointed that my initial TripAdvisor tour was cancelled with late notice, Carolina (an amazing front desk associate at the Hotel Indigo) quickly connected me with tour leader, Susana, knowing that I was looking for more physical activity. Don't get me wrong, Guanajuato is gorgeous; however, if you only see Zona Centro, then you are missing out on a lot of additional beauty this area has to offer. Susana is clearly in great physical condition from hiking so it was good that I had someone to lead a quick pace ! More importantly, Susana shared with me additional history of the area and I was able to practice my Spanish. (Susana was so patient with me because I really need conversation outside of an app like Duolingo). I will note here that Susana also took me on a hike to Cerro de La Bufa, which was a bit more vigorous -- and very exhilarating! I learned about some of the special feast days in the area as well that involve some of the hiking sites "La Cruz" (cross) and "La Cueva" (cave). I will run out of space here soon, but getting out into the rural areas allowed us to connect with local people going about their daily lives. My favorite experience was meeting a young girl with a cage of bunnies and finding out some of the "back story" on her family's life there. Had it not been for Susana, these types of experiences wouldn't have happened. If you are a bit more independent, I encourage you to contact Susana and have her customize hikes for you as she did for me. Such great memories !!
8. San Miguel de Allende and Guanajuato
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4.9 based on 7 reviews
Mexico is to a great extent the resulting ecuation of spanish catholic principles locally adapted put to practice by silver mining as economic engine. Guanajuato stands out by its architecture, goegraphy, legends and more merging its history with San Miguel de Allende's present day lifestyle
Inclusions: Private transportation
Exclusions: Meals lodgging and admission to sites and museums
9. Guanajuato City Tour
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4.8 based on 4 reviews
Highlights: - Walk down the well-known city center and hear the history of the city - Visit the local market and try delicious food - View a variety of signs spread throughout the city - Enjoy a fully guided tour from beginning to end What to expect: The two-hour tour takes you from the center of Guanajuato to the neighborhood's booming urban places. Showing you the local side of the town, you'll see the best hot spots; learn the history of the city, hear about the urban movements, local and international artists. During the tour, we will stop at the most interesting places to see the beautiful art pieces and hear the story of behind them. As the benefit of walking around the city center, we will talk about the best local design and fashion studios, urban restaurants, bars, and nightlife spots so you can enjoy your stay in Guanajuato. This tour will gain an appreciation and perspective of Guanajuato as the raising city.
Inclusions: Bilingual guide
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Srroman791
This was an absolutely must-do in Cancun, really authentic delicious tacos I wouldn’t have tried without this tour. Luis was an awesome guide and I’d highly recommend! Also a great deal for the money!! I was stuffed by the end of the day evening, even went back to one place the next day. Highly recommend!!
10. Private Tour in Guanajuato Capital Leaving San Miguel Allende
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4.6 based on 7 reviews
Tour in the beautiful city of Guanajuato considered a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. We will visit its mines and its main attractions with an explanation of the city what it was and what it has transformed throughout its history, being a private tour, it can be customized without problem spending more time enjoying a great day in this beautiful city
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Parking Fees, Private transportation
Exclusions: Museum tickets, One hour for lunch is included and restaurant suggestions are given, Gratuities
Reviewed By Aqua6666
Jacobo is an excellent travel guide and driver who provided impeccable service picking us up from Lyons airport and driving to San Miguel. We ended up hiring him to drive us from San Miguel to Guanajuato, doing some sightseeing on the way. He was very attentive, on time and communicated very well about all the details of the trip. Would highly recommend his services if you’re planning to visit this area.
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