San Miguel de Allende
UNESCO colonial jewel with iconic pink Parroquia and world-class arts scene
Overview
San Miguel de Allende deserves 1-2 nights rather than a day trip from Guanajuato, but if time is limited, the UNESCO World Heritage town delivers world-class colonial architecture, the iconic pink Parroquia church, Fábrica La Aurora art galleries, and a refined restaurant scene. Primera Plus buses run hourly from Guanajuato for 180-235 MXN ($10-13 USD) taking 1 hour 20 minutes. The contrast with Guanajuato is instructive: San Miguel has robust English infrastructure, organized expat community, and polished tourist amenities—at roughly double the cost.
Highlights
Practical Information
Full day or overnight (1-2 nights recommended)
235 MXN
Primera Plus bus from Guanajuato 180-235 MXN ($10-13 USD)
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