San Miguel de Allende México

San Miguel de Allende is one of the most splendid colonial cities in the world. Known for its cobbled streets and colorful corners, its art galleries, its celebrated restaurants and its dream hotels, San Miguel de Allende was one of the first beachless destinations in Mexico to obtain the Safe Travels seal from the World Travel & Tourism Council. This recognition is given to destinations that have implemented hygiene protocols in their establishments, hotels, and tourist services.

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Things to do in San Miguel de Allende

It’s one of the first things you think of when you mention San Miguel de Allende. Without a doubt, it is one of the most emblematic venues in the area. The Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel you can find it on the Main Jardín.
(Mon-Fri 9am-7pm – Sat 9am-2pm – Sun 7am-8pm)

Delicious churros and warm chocolate at the traditional San Agustín restaurant, owned by actress Margarita Gralia, located in an old 18th-century mansion a few steps from the San Francisco Temple.
(Mon-Sun 8am-9:30pm)

Take a tour on the beautiful streets of San Miguel de Allende to learn the history and the ways to use chocolate in Mexico cuisine while tasting and enjoying some samples of the best chocolate in Mexico.
Is available from Wednesday to Sunday and starts at 12:00 PM. The duration of this tour is approximately 2.5 hours.

visit the Mercado de Artesanías, a paradise of handmade items made by Mexican artisans and the ideal place for shopping and take with you an artisan souvenir. To see and admire up close the work done by local artisans, who work with a wide variety of materials.
(Mon-Sun 9am-7pm)

It’s a unique experience to ride in colorful hot air balloons and fly over the beautiful colonial town. You get to choose different packages that are included in the air balloon ride, and you can go rather in the morning and afternoon. You’ll have a fun and memorable experience.
(Mon- Sun 9am-5pm)

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La Alborada is a cheap and very delicious Mexican restaurant that the food will leave you very satisfied, and you can go for lunch or dinner and the service is very friendly.
(Wed -Sun 9am- 9:30pm) (Mon-Tue 1pm-9:30pm)

The menu is inspired by the chefs’ travels and their favorite culinary cities, and the atmosphere and the terrace will leave you with a fun atmosphere, the view is very beautiful while you enjoy your meal.
(Mon 1pm-11pm) (Tus-Thu 1pm-12am) (Sat 9:30am -Sun 9:30am-11pm)

Trazo is a Mediterranean with a Mexican touch restaurant it’s a casual dining the food was exquisitely prepared with beautiful presentations. It’s located downtown. The rooftop terrace had breathtaking views of the Parroquia and surrounding churches before and after sunset.
(Mon–Sat 8am-10pm) (Sun 9am-2pm)

4.- Hecho en Mexico

This restaurant is one of the best dishes of traditional and local Mexican gastronomy, the food is very nice and if it fills you up you will be leaving satisfied. It’s located in downtown in quebrada 93.
(Mon-Thu and Sun 12pm – 10pm) (Fri- Sat 12pm-11pm)

5.- Luna Rooftop Tapas Bar

This restaurant is just for appetizers only to enjoy a few drinks and tapas in an atmosphere that is both informal and distinguished. It’s located in the Rosewood Hotel, a colonial establishment in the historic center of the city. Located on a terrace of the hotel, Luna Rooftop offers a spectacular view of the city, particularly at dusk and at night.
(Mon 2pm-11pm) (Tue- Sun 12pm-11pm)

6.- Mercado del Carmen

A small commercial plaza where you will find various restaurants side by side, with a family-friendly atmosphere. The restaurants range from classic Mexican to Spanish and Indian cuisine, etc. A place worth visiting.
(Mon-Sun 1pm-9pm)

Casa Mexico is a charming restaurant in San Miguel de Allende that offers authentic Mexican food and delicious coffee options. It stands out for its warm and friendly service, as well as its convenient location near the city center.
(Mon- Sun 8:30am-4:30pm)

This café is very interesting; they serve all kinds of varieties of beverages and unique coffee flavors. The atmosphere of the shop is very nice with cool décor. The food they serve is very delicious, it tastes like home and it’s worth it, you’re going to leave satisfied.
(Mon- Fri- Sat 8am-8pm) (Tue and Thu-8am-9pm) (Web-Sun 8am-3pm)

When you go to the café it is literally for you to try the delicious crepes, obviously the coffee and drinks are very tasty, but the crepe is necessary and they’re pretty big you, you can choose from sweet or savory, there are other breakfast options if you, I’ll guarantee you’ll be leaving happy.
(Mon 9:30-8:30pm) (Tue 1pm-8:30pm) (Web-Sat 9am- 8:30pm) (Sun 10am-8:30pm)

4.- Lavanda Café

Lavender Cafe is one of the coffee shops that sell lavender flavored coffee, and it is very delicious, it gives it a very exquisite flavor, there are also desserts so you can accompany it with your coffee, but the coffee is the main idea that you need to try.
(Mon-Sat 8:30-8pm) (Tue- closed) (Sun 8:30am-6pm)

5.- El Café de La Mancha

This coffee is very simple, but the coffee is very delicious it doesn’t have many options to eat but the cookies are freshly baked, it’s just for you to buy your coffee and walk to downtown and enjoy the day.
(Mon-Sat 8:30am- 5pm) (Sun 10:30 am 4pm)

6.- Geek & Coffee

Located next to the Aurora Factory, a café where you can relax after visiting the art galleries located in this factory. This café offers everything from hot beverages to traditional Mexican cuisine, a café worth visiting.
(Mon-Sat 8:30-10pm) (Sun 11am-4pm)

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