Guidebook for Guanajuato
Sightseeing
This is an iconic attraction in Guanajuato, dedicated to a hero of the Mexican War of Independence.
125 locals recommend
Monument to Pipila Guanajuato
S/N Cerro de San MiguelThis is an iconic attraction in Guanajuato, dedicated to a hero of the Mexican War of Independence.
An old grain storage building that was an important historical site during the Mexican War of Independence. It's been converted to a museum.
67 locals recommend
Alhóndiga de Granaditas
An old grain storage building that was an important historical site during the Mexican War of Independence. It's been converted to a museum.
This is a place that's always full of fun and activity. There are lots of excellent restaurants here as well as art displays and ongoing live music and performances taking place.
68 locals recommend
Jardín de la Unión
Jardín de la UniónThis is a place that's always full of fun and activity. There are lots of excellent restaurants here as well as art displays and ongoing live music and performances taking place.
Plaza de la Paz is an iconic area of the city where the imposing Church of Nuestra Señora sits overlooking restaurants and small tiendas.
41 locals recommend
Plaza de la Paz
Plaza De La PazPlaza de la Paz is an iconic area of the city where the imposing Church of Nuestra Señora sits overlooking restaurants and small tiendas.
Shopping
A fun place to go to find affordable souvenirs, food, and friendly locals.
99 locals recommend
Hidalgo Market
Mercado Av. Benito JuárezA fun place to go to find affordable souvenirs, food, and friendly locals.
This is a large mall located in Pozuelos. It's an excellent place to find imported foods and other essentials.
La Marina
S/N PozuelosThis is a large mall located in Pozuelos. It's an excellent place to find imported foods and other essentials.
Entertainment & Activities
See the twisted alleys and the Callejon del Beso on a theatrical tour with Guanajuato University students. The tour is in Spanish, but English-speakers can still have fun with the theatrics!
14 locals recommend
Callejoneadas Guanajuato
2 De SopenaSee the twisted alleys and the Callejon del Beso on a theatrical tour with Guanajuato University students. The tour is in Spanish, but English-speakers can still have fun with the theatrics!
The Teatro Juarez hosts a variety of theatrical events throughout the year.
215 locals recommend
Juarez Theater
10 De SopenaThe Teatro Juarez hosts a variety of theatrical events throughout the year.
Essentials
This is a large grocery store that stocks anything you need from fresh produce to toilet paper. It's located just down the hill, about 5 minutes by taxi or bus from the vacation rental in Valenciana.
13 locals recommend
Soriana Súper - San Javier
s/n PanorámicaThis is a large grocery store that stocks anything you need from fresh produce to toilet paper. It's located just down the hill, about 5 minutes by taxi or bus from the vacation rental in Valenciana.
A consultorio/doctor is available at the Farmacia Guadalajara, which is located in the same strip mall as the Soriana grocery store, about 5 minutes from the vacation rental.
8 locals recommend
Farmacia Guadalajara
A consultorio/doctor is available at the Farmacia Guadalajara, which is located in the same strip mall as the Soriana grocery store, about 5 minutes from the vacation rental.
This is the best hospital in Guanajuato according to both expats and locals. There is a clinic at this location with English-speaking doctors available, if needed.
Centro Médico la Presa
85 P.º de La PresaThis is the best hospital in Guanajuato according to both expats and locals. There is a clinic at this location with English-speaking doctors available, if needed.
Parks & Nature
The 2nd largest statue of Jesus in the world is located on this mountain overlooking Guanajuato state. Go horseback riding to the top of the mountain or hike. The view is excellent!
19 locals recommend
Cerro del Cubilete
The 2nd largest statue of Jesus in the world is located on this mountain overlooking Guanajuato state. Go horseback riding to the top of the mountain or hike. The view is excellent!