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El Chorro was the spring where San Miguel was founded. Today it gushes out of a fountain built in 1960, and there are public washing Read more [...]

Built in the early 18th century, this chapel, like the Templo de San Francisco, was part of a Franciscan monastery complex. The main facade shows Read more [...]

This historic house, one of San Miguel’s most imposing old residences, now houses Banamex offices. It’s a handsome neoclassical structure with some late-baroque touches. The Read more [...]

Once a college, founded in the mid-18th century by the San Felipe Neri order, the Colegio de Sales has regained its educational status; it currently Read more [...]

One of the best views over the town and surrounding country is from the mirador (overlook) southeast of town. Take Callejón del Chorro, the track Read more [...]

Located near the east end of Insurgentes, this multi-towered and domed church dates from the 18th century. The pale-pink main facade is baroque with an Read more [...]

Cañada de la Virgen, archaeological site 30 minutes from San Miguel Cañada de la Virgen is an Otomi archaeological site that has been recently excavated. Read more [...]

Steps south of El Jardin, you’ll find the birthplace of Ignacio José de Allende y Unzaga, a Spanish army officer who fought as a leader for Read more [...]

When the buzz of the city’s nearly countless cafes and shops leaves you in need of some quiet time, travel 7 miles northwest from San Read more [...]

El Jardin is San Miguel’s main plaza, located in the heart of the city. At the Zocalo, as El Jardin is often called, you can Read more [...]