El Bajio Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
![El Bajio](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/201000/201621-Nuestra-Senora-De-La-Asuncion-Cathedral-Basilica.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Leon Cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/200000/200762-Guanajuato.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![El Jardin](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/200000/200731-Guanajuato.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![La Esquina Mexican Folk Toy Museum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/200000/200703-Guanajuato.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Tequisquiapan Opal Mine showing caves and tranquil scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/201000/201707-Tequisquiapan-Opal-Mine.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Visit El Bajio
Where to stay in El Bajio
![San Miguel de Allende](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/200000/200688-Guanajuato.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Zona Centro
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.
![Guanajuato showing heritage architecture and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44073-Guanajuato.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Zona Centro
Museums, churches and theatres are some highlights of Zona Centro. Make a stop by Hidalgo Market or Alley of the Kiss while you're exploring.
![Mexico which includes heritage elements and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/200000/200638-Queretaro.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Leon Cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/200000/200762-Guanajuato.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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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.
![Queretaro featuring a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/56000/56896-Queretaro.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Real de Minas San Miguel de Allende](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1530000/1529900/1529814/31a22727_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 26 Jan. 2025
![FUJITAYA Querétaro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40600000/40594000/40593961/0ac6f12a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 30 Jan. 2025
![Hotel Castillo Santa Cecilia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8080000/8073300/8073284/ed4c2bc6_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 9 Jan. 2025
![Hacienda Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99560000/99554100/99554018/caca3423_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2024
![Extended Suites Queretaro Juriquilla](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35220000/35217700/35217683/edcb4922_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Jan. 2025
![Casa de la O](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31170000/31165100/31165011/ccdced66_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 7 Feb. 2025
Popular places to visit
![Pena de Bernal which includes tranquil scenes and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/201000/201217-Pena-De-Bernal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Parish Church of San Miguel Arcangel showing a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/201000/201241-Parish-Church-Of-San-Miguel-Arcangel.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
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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.
![Alley of the Kiss](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/66b17eb73b0d1ec850c72cb6af7947bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![El Jardin](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/200000/200692-Guanajuato.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Allende Garden
Feel the pulse of the city at its main plaza, a lively haunt bordered by historical buildings and with a beautiful park at its center.
![Juarez Theater](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/8b8d01bbd7b92342f58da73c16107a5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
Activities
![From Oaxaca City: Monte Alban Guided Archaeological Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46965407/d6c3b588-3a0d-42c1-be0f-03d225f65a36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Oaxaca City: Monte Alban Guided Archaeological Tour with transportation
![From Huatulco: Magical Copalitilla Waterfalls with Entry](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48215261/c5739997-1c84-436a-9fac-0509668b7718.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
From Huatulco: Magical Copalitilla Waterfalls with Entry
![Traditional Oaxacan Cooking Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46712061/52118df7-ef16-43c5-84b4-16e69988eee8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Traditional Oaxacan Cooking Class (includes transportation)
![Alebrijes en Taller de Jacobo y María Angeles](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1234211/2b5e46a2-5772-4a3e-9711-9dabb5ff8301.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Private Day Tour including Artisan Villages of Alebrijes and Black Pottery
![Puerto Escondido: Lagunas de Chacahua Day Trip and Boat Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44515277/d4531012-41d0-4125-9798-4ca650c22307.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)