Historical and Cultural Walking Tour of San Miguel de Allende
Overview
When coming to San Miguel, many times people come with different expectations, and sometimes finding your way around may be difficult. On this tour we like to welcome the people and introduce them into our city. People will learn abput the colors of Mexico, the magic of the people and the charm of the town. We will have a wonderful walk learning about the city, the history, the architecture and many tips on how to have the best trip while you are here in San Miguel de Allende.
Inclusions
- Certified Federal Guide
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: House of the Counts of la Canal, San Miguel de Allende Mexico
In this first stop we will talk about the family who "brought life" to San Miguel.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Bellas Artes, San Miguel de Allende Mexico
On this tour people with learn about the history of the City. Through our walk people will be able to see how buildings are telling you a story behind its doors, its colors. In this former Convent we will appreciate part of the religious history of the city and how it ended up being an art center.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Templo de Nuestra Senora de la Salud, Calle Soledad 7 Center, San Miguel de Allende 37700 Mexico
In this part of the tour we will talk about the Oratorio Church, Our Lady of Health Church and the Plaza Cívica.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Plaza de la Soledad, c/ Mesones, San Miguel de Allende 37700 Mexico
Learn also about the cultural history of San Miguel. The walk through the streets will give us opportunity to discover many secrets. In this plaza with a beautiful monument, used to be a big building... we will discover this together.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Church of San Francisco (Iglesia de San Francisco), San Miguel de Allende Mexico
Churches were a fundamental part of the history if the city. On San Francisco church you will see how the architecture of the city changed through the centuries and nowadays is still an important part of the History of San Miguel.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Ignacio Allende House (Casa de Ignacio Allende), San Miguel de Allende Mexico
In this stop we will learn more about our local hero Ignacio Allende and learn how the city got its name.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel, Calle Principal S/N Zona Centro, San Miguel de Allende 37725 Mexico
To end the tour we will finish at the Parroquia of Saint Michael the Archangel. The most iconic church in San Miguel that has captured moments of thousands of tourists from around the World.
Duration: 25 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: House of the Counts of la Canal, San Miguel de Allende Mexico
In this first stop we will talk about the family who "brought life" to San Miguel.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Bellas Artes, San Miguel de Allende Mexico
On this tour people with learn about the history of the City. Through our walk people will be able to see how buildings are telling you a story behind its doors, its colors. In this former Convent we will appreciate part of the religious history of the city and how it ended up being an art center.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Templo de Nuestra Senora de la Salud, Calle Soledad 7 Center, San Miguel de Allende 37700 Mexico
In this part of the tour we will talk about the Oratorio Church, Our Lady of Health Church and the Plaza Cívica.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Plaza de la Soledad, c/ Mesones, San Miguel de Allende 37700 Mexico
Learn also about the cultural history of San Miguel. The walk through the streets will give us opportunity to discover many secrets. In this plaza with a beautiful monument, used to be a big building... we will discover this together.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Church of San Francisco (Iglesia de San Francisco), San Miguel de Allende Mexico
Churches were a fundamental part of the history if the city. On San Francisco church you will see how the architecture of the city changed through the centuries and nowadays is still an important part of the History of San Miguel.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Ignacio Allende House (Casa de Ignacio Allende), San Miguel de Allende Mexico
In this stop we will learn more about our local hero Ignacio Allende and learn how the city got its name.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel, Calle Principal S/N Zona Centro, San Miguel de Allende 37725 Mexico
To end the tour we will finish at the Parroquia of Saint Michael the Archangel. The most iconic church in San Miguel that has captured moments of thousands of tourists from around the World.
Duration: 25 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
V9810REjoans
September 2023
Emma had excellent knowledge of San Miguel history and culture. Very friendly. Very good resources shared with us!
Emma had excellent knowledge of San Miguel history and culture. Very friendly. Very good resources shared with us!152ellenc
June 2023
Yalal gave an incredible walking tour - I was amazed at her knowledge of the history and architecture of the city. I learned so much and went back to a few places to explore further. You can tell she loves what she’s doing. It was unbelievably hot but we were able to have most of the tour in the ...
Yalal gave an incredible walking tour - I was amazed at her knowledge of the history and architecture of the city. I learned so much and went back to a few places to explore further. You can tell she loves what she’s doing. It was unbelievably hot but we were able to have most of the tour in the shade. She was an excellent guide and I highly recommend this tour.sharlene_t
August 2023
I really enjoyed the whole trip - would have liked to go inside more buildings but I learnt a lot about Mexican history and San Miguel
I really enjoyed the whole trip - would have liked to go inside more buildings but I learnt a lot about Mexican history and San MiguelFlyer825619
October 2023
Jalal is fabulous! I had a fantastic tour with Jalal in San Miguel de Allende. Jalal is extremely caring and knowledgeable, and the information she provided was fantastic! When I first arrived, I felt lost and didn’t know where to start my visit or how to find my way around town. After the amaz...
Jalal is fabulous! I had a fantastic tour with Jalal in San Miguel de Allende. Jalal is extremely caring and knowledgeable, and the information she provided was fantastic! When I first arrived, I felt lost and didn’t know where to start my visit or how to find my way around town. After the amazing, personalized tour with Jalal. I gained confidence and felt very comfortable walking around and exploring all the charming streets and venues. Thank you, Jalal, for passionately sharing your knowledge of San Miguel’s history of traditions and architecture, and for the great tips of favorite places and hidden gems to visit. I highly recommend taking a tour with Jalal and Follow Me Tours!!!tanyacG8143EG
October 2023
Jalal was a fantastic tour guide! Such a fun and informative tour. She not only gave us great detail about the history of SMA but also a lot of tips for where to go afterwards and how best to enjoy our time here 😊
Jalal was a fantastic tour guide! Such a fun and informative tour. She not only gave us great detail about the history of SMA but also a lot of tips for where to go afterwards and how best to enjoy our time here 😊Arthur_L
October 2023
I had the pleasure of having Jalal as our tour guide, and it was an incredible experience. Jalal is not only a fun and engaging tour guide but also incredibly knowledgeable about the history of San Miguel de Allende. She presented the city’s history in a captivating and informative way, making th...
I had the pleasure of having Jalal as our tour guide, and it was an incredible experience. Jalal is not only a fun and engaging tour guide but also incredibly knowledgeable about the history of San Miguel de Allende. She presented the city’s history in a captivating and informative way, making the tour both educational and enjoyable. What sets Jalal apart is her genuine passion for the city and her willingness to share valuable recommendations for places to visit during our stay. Her suggestions added depth to our trip, and we discovered some hidden gems thanks to her guidance. I strongly recommend Jalal as a tour guide. She made our visit to San Miguel de Allende unforgettable, and her enthusiasm is truly infectious.