Guanajuato / Discover Mexico's Colorful Hillside
Best month
March
Beautiful flowers and Cervantino Festival.
Reasonable prices
Bigmac $?
Usual visit duration
3-5 days
culture and architecture
Tipping
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internet situation
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walkable
LGBTQ hostile
Guanajuato is like a cat's dream with its winding alleys and colorful buildings to climb on.
The hilly streets are a challenge for even the most nimble of cat paws, but the views are worth it.
Things to do
The mainstream
Alhóndiga de Granaditas
Valenciana Mine
Basilica of Our Lady of Guanajuato
Callejón del Beso
Guanajuato Mummy Museum
Off the beaten path
Plaza de la Paz
Casa Museo Gene Byron
El Cerro del Cubilete
Presa de la Olla
La Valenciana Mine
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walkable
LGBTQ hostile
Mindful meoweler tips
Colorful houses and narrow streets
Guanajuato's streets are narrow, winding, and colorful. The vibrant houses are stacked on top of each other which give the city its beautiful and unique look.
Mummies Museum
Guanajuato's Mummies Museum is home to over 100 naturally mummified bodies. Most of these mummies were discovered in the 1800s, and many of them were naturally mummified due to the city's unique microclimate.
The Alley of the Kiss
The Alley of the Kiss, or Callejón del Beso in Spanish, is a narrow alley with balconies that are so close two people can kiss while standing on them. It’s said that if a couple kisses on the third step of the alley, they will have seven years of good luck.
Callejonada
Callejonadas are street performers who sing traditional Mexican songs accompanied by their guitar, and it’s quite a sight to watch them go up and down the streets of Guanajuato. There are various costumes and outfits involved, and they often involve props and storytelling too!
El Pipila
The monument of El Pipila is a symbol of Guanajuato's revolutionary past. El Pipila was a miner who carried a large stone on his back to break the main door of the Alhóndiga de Granaditas, a Spanish granary where the Spaniards had hidden from the Mexican insurgents. The monument has impressive views of the city.
Useful external sites
Lonely Planet↗
A comprehensive travel guide with useful tips and recommendations for travelers visiting Guanajuato.
TripAdvisor↗
A platform for travelers to read reviews, compare prices, and book accommodations, restaurants, and tours in Guanajuato.
Visit Mexico↗
The official tourism website of Mexico that provides information on attractions, events, and travel opportunities in Guanajuato and other parts of the country.
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