DETAILS
Querétaro Airport - (QRO)
The Querétaro airport is about an hour away from San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Most major rental car companies are on the grounds of the airport. There are also taxis, group shuttles, and private shuttles available.
Leon / Guanajuato Airport - (BJX)
The Leon airport is about and hour and fifteen minutes from San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. It is by far the most used for people traveling to San Miguel. There are several flights a day on various airlines and international customs services. Most major rental car companies are on the grounds of the airport. There are also taxis, group shuttles, and private shuttles available. Shuttle services and private drivers should be booked in advance.
Transportarte
Private transport services from/to airports. Highly recommend booking in advance!
Viajes San Miguel
Viajes San Miguel, specialized in personalized tours, small groups, events, weddings, shared or private services to CDMX, BJX and QRO Airports.
Transportation Within the City
The whole city itself is walkable and you don't need a car to explore. That said, Uber or taxis are readily available to get you around the city if in a hurry. Uber is very reliable, taxis will require cash.
Travel Tip: Be prepared to wear comfortable shoes to explore San Miguel on foot.
Zibu Allende
Zibu Allende has a fascinating history, from the encounter between Asia and Mexico through the Manila Galleon, a ship loaded with great treasures such as silks, porcini, jewels and the precious spices that have enhanced the cuisine of Mexico and the world. Zibu Allende preserves this history and takes it one step further by creating a gastronomic concept: Mex-Tai cuisine, which fuses Thai food with Mexican haute cuisine to create a unique menu, and thus, pay tribute to those who contributed to this exchange of flavors.
Quince
From a casual comida with friends overlooking la Parroquia to late-night sushi and dancing to the beat of the resident DJ, guests of Quince may come for a meal but they stay and ultimately return for the experience.
La Unica
La Única San Miguel de Allende is an upscale bar and grill, where you can indulge in regional Mexican cuisine mixed with lovely views. This rooftop bar and restaurant has both an indoor dining room and a beautiful second floor al-fresco terrace, partially covered with a pergola of flowers and ivy. And while the terrace does not offer the most panoramic vistas in town, the close-up views of the historic Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel and other historic buildings are really cool.
Sunset at El Mirador
A classic view of San Miguel is from El Mirador. Come sunset, the viewpoint comes alive with visitors watching the city get draped in bright colors. You can take a taxi up and consider strolling back down into town afterward.
Local Shops
Throughout San Miguel, you’ll find so many wonderful shops to dive into. Just by going on a walk through the neighborhoods, you’ll find gems tucked away. Mixta for vintage clothing, Laura Kirar Shop inside Meson Hidalgo for colorful prints/home decor, La Calaca for antiques/folk art, Arte Zapoteco for all textiles (bought a lot here), Dôce 18 Concept House for high-end fashion/home, Mercado Collective for the best-curated store, and Roma Quince for incredible textiles and pottery.
Custom Hats - Suki Palomina
Alejandra Armendáriz, or better known as "La Suki", is a fan of hats and has always worn them for as long as she can remember. In 2020, she started her most exciting venture--Suki Palomina, a Mexican hat atelier.
She has always been a hat lover and worked with big brands; Stetson, Resistol, Charlie One Horse, and her favorite hat place; Shortys Cawboy Hattery, which allowed her to learn and understand the materials, the shapes, and all the little things that would benefit the feel and fit of a hat. Now she designs the hats herself, including the patented Suki crown, a best seller, but can also customize your dream hat with different materials and techniques for those lucky enough to secure a private appointment. La Suki is on a mission to merge Mexican hat design, local materials, and a handmade approach to celebrate hats in a modern and more urban way.
Hot Air Balloon
Sunsets and sunrises at San Miguel de Allende are experiences you cannot miss. The early morning sky, its pink, orange, and blue tones will make you fall in love all over again with this colonial town. And the ultimate way to truly admire this beauty is from the sky, so get ready to hop on a hot air balloon in the early hours and fly across San Miguel de Allende, admiring the magnificent landscapes.
Visit La Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel and Jardín Allende
The rosy-pink 17th-century church has spires that reach into the sky — La Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel is in the backdrop of almost every photo of the city. While you can take in the beauty from the outside, you can also visit inside when there is no mass happening.