El Bajio Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

El Bajio
Leon Cathedral
El Jardin
La Esquina Mexican Folk Toy Museum
Tequisquiapan Opal Mine showing caves and tranquil scenes

Where to stay in El Bajio

Guanajuato showing street scenes and heritage architecture

Zona Centro

5/5(7 area reviews)

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

Zona Centro
San Miguel de Allende

Zona Centro

5/5(3 area reviews)

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

Zona Centro
Mexico which includes heritage elements and mountains

Downtown Querétaro

4/5(1 area review)

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
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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
Queretaro which includes 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
Leon Cathedral

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! (1,839 reviews)
"Really clean"

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

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Hotel Castillo Santa Cecilia
FUJITAYA Querétaro

FUJITAYA Querétaro

3.5 out of 5
No.5001 Avenida Santa Rosa, Fracc. Villa de Juriquilla, Querétaro, QUE
The price is AU$130 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$130
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Querétaro. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,916 reviews)
"Excelent restaurant and bath."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

FUJITAYA Querétaro
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 AU$123 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$123
29 July - 30 July
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! (1,434 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel. Location was excellent, staff were very friendly and helpful. Price was very reasonable. Clean and well maintained. Had the opportunity to have a hot chocolate on a rainy day in the patio/lobby area"

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Real de Minas San Miguel de Allende
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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! (769 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 ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"Excelentes instalaciones,hermosa vista a la catedral.Suites amplias con terraza.Hermosa decoracion."

Reviewed on 24 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 Corregidora Stadium and Aqueduct ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (238 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 tranquil scenes and mountains

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

5/5(2 reviews)

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
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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

5/5(1 review)

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

Cathedral of León

5/5(1 review)

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

5/5(2 reviews)

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

Activities

Lighted bridge

San Jose del Pacifico Tour “Amid Clouds”

AU$69
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

AU$50
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

AU$61
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

AU$62
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour with Legends Night Walk and Dinner Included
The Mezcal Journey

The Mezcal Journey

AU$148
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Mezcal Journey
From Oaxaca de Juarez: Hierve el Agua and Mezcal Distillery

From Oaxaca de Juarez: Hierve el Agua and Mezcal Distillery

AU$82
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Oaxaca de Juarez: Hierve el Agua and Mezcal Distillery
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Cities near El Bajio

Aguascalientes which includes landscape views, heritage architecture and a city

Aguascalientes

Zacatecas

Zacatecas

Parish Church of San Miguel Arcangel

San Miguel de Allende

Irapuato

Irapuato