El Bajio

Travel Guide

El Bajio
Leon Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and a square or plaza
El Jardin as well as a small group of people
La Esquina Mexican Folk Toy Museum
Tequisquiapan Opal Mine showing caves and tranquil scenes

Where to stay in El Bajio

Guanajuato which includes street scenes and heritage architecture

Zona Centro

4/5(1 area review)

Museums, churches and theatres are some highlights of Zona Centro. Make a stop by Hidalgo Market or Regional Museum of Guanajuato Alhondiga while you're exploring.

Zona Centro
San Miguel de Allende featuring flowers

Zona Centro

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Zona Centro, Church of San Miguel Arcángel and San Miguel de Allende Historical Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Zona Centro
Mexico showing heritage elements and mountains

Downtown Querétaro

Downtown Querétaro is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Zenea Garden and Plaza de Armas while in the area.

Downtown Querétaro
Queretaro featuring a city

Centro Histórico

Unique features of Centro Histórico include the historical sites and museums. Make a stop by Zenea Garden or Plaza de Armas while you're exploring the area.

Centro Histórico
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Juriquilla

Juriquilla is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Plaza Juriquilla and Bicentennial Park.

Juriquilla
Leon Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and a square or plaza

León Centro

León Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Manuel Doblado Theater and Cathedral of León.

León Centro
Hotel Castillo Santa Cecilia

Hotel Castillo Santa Cecilia

3.5 out of 5
Camino a la Valenciana s/n Km. 1, Guanajuato, GTO
Stay at this 3.5-star historic hotel in Guanajuato. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,910 reviews)
"Muy decided!!!"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

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Hotel Castillo Santa Cecilia
Real de Minas San Miguel de Allende

Real de Minas San Miguel de Allende

4 out of 5
Cam. Viejo Al Panteón 1, Centro, 37754, San Miguel de Allende, GTO
The price is RM266 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
RM266
RM320 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Miguel de Allende. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,470 reviews)
"Great service. Staff was nice and very helpful. Clean pool and secure parking. Rooms were very tidy with excellent wifi."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Real de Minas San Miguel de Allende
Aguascalientes Marriott Hotel

Aguascalientes Marriott Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Boulevard a Zacatecas Norte S/N, Col. Trojes de Alonso, Aguascalientes, AGS
The price is RM316 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
RM316
RM376 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Aguascalientes. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Gracias"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

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Extended Suites Queretaro Juriquilla

Extended Suites Queretaro Juriquilla

3 out of 5
Av. Palma Canaria No 831, Fraccionamiento Valle Comercial, Querétaro, QUE
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Querétaro. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Antea Lifestyle Center ...
8/10 Very Good! (779 reviews)
Good for rest
"Everything was ok, the employeefriendlu"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Extended Suites Queretaro Juriquilla
Suite H la ermita

Suite H la ermita

3.5 out of 5
Cuesta de Loreto 12, Torre 3, San Miguel de Allende, GTO
Stay at this 3.5-star condo in San Miguel de Allende. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Church of San Miguel ...
8/10 Very Good! (13 reviews)
Grand dame past her prime
"The Hotel is a Spanish Colonial–style former home of Mexican actor Mario Moreno. The facility is still exquisite and worth touring. But she is past her prime and not really well maintained. The gardens and villas are lovely and spending an afternoon on the large balcony looking out over the city ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Suite H la ermita
Hacienda Santa Barbara

Hacienda Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
105 Hacienda Sta. Barbara El Jacal, Querétaro, QUE
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Querétaro. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services. Popular attractions Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez Auditorium ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (245 reviews)
"Everything was good except that Wifi didn't offer out of Mexico web service. The counter was kind."

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2025

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Popular places to visit

Pena de Bernal which includes mountains and tranquil scenes

Pena de Bernal

Take photos of the vista from the quaint chapel built on the side of one of the tallest monoliths in the world.

Pena de Bernal
Parish Church of San Miguel Arcangel showing a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Church of San Miguel Arcángel

Soaring over San Miguel de Allende’s central plaza are the neo-Gothic towers of a centuries-old parish church, which honors the city’s patron saint.

Church of San Miguel Arcángel
Mexico showing a park

Tangamanga Park I

This sprawling urban park has everything from a biking track and museums to picnic grounds, sports fields and a waterpark.

Tangamanga Park I
Alley of the Kiss

Alley of the Kiss

You can find out about the history of Guanajuato with a trip to Alley of the Kiss. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Alley of the Kiss
Leon Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and a square or plaza

Cathedral of León

You can find out about the history of León with a stop at Cathedral of León. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Cathedral of León
Juarez Theater

Juarez Theater

Enjoy a performance at Juarez Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Guanajuato. Experience the museums and entertainment venues in this culturally rich area.

Juarez Theater

Things to do

Boil the Water

Hierve el Agua, Tule Tree, Mitla and Mezcal Distillery Tour

RM214
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Hierve el Agua, Tule Tree, Mitla and Mezcal Distillery Tour
Panga tour

One Day from Oaxaca Getaway to Puerto Escondido

RM1,070
per adult
One Day from Oaxaca Getaway to Puerto Escondido
Lighted bridge

San Jose del Pacifico Tour “Amid Clouds”

RM193
per adult
San Jose del Pacifico Tour “Amid Clouds”
From Oaxaca City: Monte Alban Guided Archaeological Tour

Oaxaca City: Monte Alban Guided Archaeological Tour with transportation

RM141
per adult
Oaxaca City: Monte Alban Guided Archaeological Tour with transportation
Monte Alban - Full Day Guided Tour with or without Food - Oaxaca

Monte Alban - Full Day Guided Tour with or without Food - Oaxaca

RM171
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Monte Alban - Full Day Guided Tour with or without Food - Oaxaca
Tour with Legends Night Walk and Dinner Included

Tour with Legends Night Walk and Dinner Included

RM170
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour with Legends Night Walk and Dinner Included
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San Luis Potosi featuring a square or plaza, a church or cathedral and landscape views

San Luis Potosi

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Zinapecuaro

Jalpan de Serra showing a small town or village and street scenes

Jalpan de Serra