What to do and see in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato: The Best Literary, Art & Music Tours

July 18, 2021 Leonardo Torrence

High in the cool hills, this colonial gem of cobblestone streets and picturesque churches inspires artists with its color, character and light. Baroque, neoclassical and neogothic mix in the city's buildings, notably at the pink stone 18th-century church on the Plaza Principal. Founded in 1542, the city is a mix of Hispanic and Mesoamerican influences.
Restaurants in San Miguel de Allende

1. Art tour through artists' workshops around San Miguel de Allende

Starbucks, Canal 3, Zona Centro, 37700 San Miguel de Allende, Gto., Mexico Art Tour SMA
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It is an experience that mixes tourism and art throughout San Miguel de Allende where we meet artists in their own workshops where they do painting, sculpture, textile art, Mexican folk art and more styles. The artists receive us and tell us about their creative processes (techniques, inspiration, etc.) while we have a glass of wine and eat tapas, the tour can be personalized and private or in a group.

Inclusions: wine and tapas included, Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By williampT8493ZQ

This was a great tour I would definitely recommend it if you are an art lover/collector visiting San Miguel de Allende. We were on a short trip over new year to this fabulous place, Arturo agreed to take us out on New Year’s Eve to visit four different artists. He collected us from our hotel and drove us out into several areas of the city to meet 2 painters and 2 sculptors in their homes or studios. Just visiting these different areas which you wouldn’t normally have access to was an experience in it self. Arturo spoke good English and gave us a background history into art in the city and of the artists we were meeting. I own an art gallery based in the UK and was really surprised how strong all four of these artists were. They had all spent years developing their own practice, techniques and it was fascinating hearing each artists talk about what inspired their work. We did purchase a couple of pieces and could easily have bought from any of the artists we visited. We will definitely be visiting some other of Arturo’s artist/galleries when we return to SMA.

2. Let's take pictures, let's make art

Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel - San Miguel de Allende, Principal S/N, Zona Centro, Centro, 37700 San Miguel de Allende, Gto., Mexico Crystian Montfort
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Ted Grant said "When you photograph people in color photographs their clothes, When black and white photographs photograph their soul" That's where my love for black and white photography was born, Saint Michael, this art, and who puts their trust in I will take a little of the soul of Saint Michael also in his photographs,.,.,.

Inclusions: Bottled water

Exclusions: Snacks

3. Music Tour & Lunch

Fabrica la Aurora, Calz de La Aurora S/N, Aurora, 37710 San Miguel de Allende, Gto., Mexico San Miguel Music Tours
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Walking tour through hidden gems of San Miguel with your own musical troubatourguide! I'll play some classic mexican songs, tell you some unforgetable stories and legends! Also there be oportunities for those who whish to sing and participate with percussive instruments. We'll enjoy some great gourmet food and good coversation!

Inclusions: Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Coffee and/or Tea

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Reviewed By LeslieRobin55

What a fun 4 hours with Pascal! We all laughed and enjoyed his inclusive and easy way. He is a wonderful musician and storyteller and took us to many different stops along our walk to food, drink and music! Highly recommended!!!

4. San Miguel de Allende City Tour

Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel - San Miguel de Allende, Principal S/N, Zona Centro, Centro, 37700 San Miguel de Allende, Gto., Mexico City Art Tours Mexico
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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 street art 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 San Miguel de Allende 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 San Miguel de Allende. This tour will gain an appreciation and perspective of San Miguel as the raising city.

Inclusions: Bilingual guide, Small groups

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!!

5. Street Art Tour in San Miguel de Allende

Fabrica la Aurora, Calz de La Aurora S/N, Aurora, 37710 San Miguel de Allende, Gto., Mexico Colleen Sorenson - Muros en Blanco
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Street Art is now found around the world. It's considered to be the biggest art movement that's ever been in the history of the world." - Martha Cooper, world-famous expert & photojournalist of graffiti. Decriminalization of Street Art came in 2013 with colonia Guadalupe's Muros en Blanco Street Art project. Since that time, numerous Street Art murals have popped up. This educational experience of the murals in colonia Guadalupe is offered in English with Colleen Sorenson (founder of the Muros en Blanco project) and in Spanish with Arturo Aranda, (founder of Art Tour SMA experiences). They offer the factual explanations of the murals (from the artists themselves...and why this matters), the history of the Street Art movement in San Miguel de Allende and how it has evolved over time since 2012. Excellent for photographers, educators, organizers of Street Art projects and admirers-in-general of Street Art. Your participation helps to support Street Art projects in San Miguel.

Inclusions: Tour Guide

Exclusions: Private transportation, Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages

Jardín Allende, Principal 18, Zona Centro, 37700 San Miguel de Allende, Gto., Mexico City Art Tours Mexico

Highlights: - Visit 5 art galleries and understand how their experimental efforts shaped modern art - Gain an understanding of the Mexican art scene today, its opportunities and challenges - Have an opportunity to chat with the artists and see recent creations in an intimate setting What to expect: San Miguel is home to a number of blue-chip titans as well as promising young gallerists. We'll begin the tour by talking about the art scene in Mexico, the genesis of its developing and growing. We'll then jump into the first art gallery, guided in part by what's currently on. Our tour will continue and we will proceed to art studios and galleries meanwhile stopping to see amazing street art pieces and hear the story behind of them. This tour will give us a broad overview of the San Miguel de Allende art world and gain an understanding of its opportunity and challenges.

Inclusions: Bilingual art guide, Small groups

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!!

7. San Miguel de Allende Contemporary Art Tour

La Aurora, Guadalupe, 37710 San Miguel de Allende, Gto., Mexico City Art Tours Mexico

San Miguel is home to a number of blue-chip titans as well as promising young gallerists. We'll begin the tour by talking about the art scene in Mexico, the genesis of its developing and growing. We'll then jump into the first art gallery, guided in part by what's currently on. Our tour will continue and we will proceed to art studios and galleries. After the Aurora tour we will proceed to Gaudelupe district to see amazing street art pieces and hear the story behind of them. This tour will give us a broad overview of the San Miguel de Allende art world and gain an understanding of its opportunity and challenges.

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!!

8. San Miguel de Allende Photoset Shooting

Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel, Principal S/N, Zona Centro, Centro, 37700 San Miguel de Allende, Gto., Mexico City Art Tours Mexico

Discovering the most incredible attractions along this photo walk will give you the opportunity to get some of the best pictures of you taken throughout the city. You will have plenty of great photos of yourself, friends and family. Our guide will take you to the best spots to get the greatest photos meanwhile sharing the history of San Miguel and showing the hidden gem of the city You also have the option to pick the places you would like to go.

Inclusions: Professional photographer guide, The tour includes 20 high resolution images per group ( min 5 images per person )

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!!

9. Kids and Family Private San Miguel de Allende City Tour

Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel - San Miguel de Allende, Principal S/N, Zona Centro, Centro, 37700 San Miguel de Allende, Gto., Mexico City Art Tours Mexico

Highlights: - Private guided tour of San Miguel de Allende for kids and families - View the city's must-see sights - Private tour tailored to your party's interests and preferences What to expect: Gather your family and meet your guide at the entrance of Parroquia. Your private guide is very experienced with families of all combinations and children of all ages; the guide will ensure everyone in your party is engaged in the history and art of San Miguel de Allende. Showing you the local side of the town, you'll see the best hot spots; learn the history of the city, visit the local market, try the Mexican delights, come closer to some art places. During the tour, we will stop at the most interesting places to see the beautiful art pieces and hear the story of behind them. The goal is for all tour participants to feel inspired by the city's treasures and keep exploring San Miguel and Mexico.

Inclusions: Private tour, Professional kids friendly art guide, Educational and fun tour for the whole family

Exclusions: Hotel pickup or drop-off , 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!!

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