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You will carry out a Fantastic experience with your guide and driver, who will transfer you to a magical tour through the cobbled streets of San Miguel de Allende, know the History of this town, Visit the Impressive Parish of San Miguel Arcangel where its incredible structure will leave you fascinated, we will walk towards the Convent of San Francisco you will be able to admire the beautiful paintings that are in its interior, those and many other points are those that you will visit a route full of History and Culture.
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Duration: 1 to 9 hours
Starts: Mexico City, Mexico
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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You will carry out a Fantastic experience with your guide and driver, who will transfer you to a magical tour through the cobbled streets of San Miguel de Allende, know the History of this town, Visit the Impressive Parish of San Miguel Arcangel where its incredible structure will leave you fascinated, we will walk towards the Convent of San Francisco you will be able to admire the beautiful paintings that are in its interior, those and many other points are those that you will visit a route full of History and Culture.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel, Calle Principal S/N Zona Centro, San Miguel de Allende 37725 Mexico
You will visit the Parish of San Miguel Arcángel, which is part of the jewels that have made the historic center a Cultural Heritage of Humanity, and San Miguel de Allende. The interior houses numerous artistic treasures. The altarpiece of the main altar is a neoclassical jewel; all its elements are covered in gold leaf. The altar and the steps are made of red marble that was brought from Italy.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Santuario de Atotonilco, Calle San Miguel 14 km, San Miguel de Allende 37700 Mexico
Recently recognized as Cultural Heritage of Humanity by Unesco, it has been located since its foundation in 1740 (18th century), it continues to be a place of worship and pilgrimage. Its great architectural appeal has been carefully restored over the last ten years.
It has paintings and frescoes of great relevance, as well as treasures of baroque sculpture and two oil paintings that compare the similarities between San Miguel de Allende and Jerusalem.
The first banner of the War of Independence was taken from its main altar by Cura Hidalgo, a canvas of the Virgin of Guadalupe that is now exhibited in the National Museum.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Templo y Ex Convento San Franscisco, San Francisco esq con Juarez Colonia Centro, San Miguel de Allende Mexico
Its facades retain a Churrigueresque style, the tower is neoclassical. In the interiors of the church the visitor can admire paintings among which the death of San Francisco and one of San Gabriel stand out.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Mercado de Artesanias, Lucas Balderas S/N Plaza Lanaton, San Miguel de Allende 37700 Mexico
The San Miguel de Allende handicraft market is the perfect place to see the handwork of local artisans who work with brass, wool, quarry and mesquite wood carving, papier-mâché, glass, crafts, goldsmiths and ceramics, you can also find stones and antiques, the market covers three blocks, so it is impossible to leave empty-handed.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Museo de San Miguel de Allende, calle de Nunez#40, esquina con San Francisco, Centro, San Miguel de Allende Mexico
San Miguel de Allende was the place of residence of Ignacio de Allende. Due to the importance of this leader, the Villa de San Miguel el Grande was renamed San Miguel de Allende. His house is a wonderful colonial construction located on Cuna de Allende street on the corner of Umarán. The visit has three main attractions. You can appreciate the architecture of the house, relive the history of the independence leader and discover what the way of life was like at that time. Without a doubt, it is one of the most outstanding places to visit in San Miguel de Allende.
Duration: 1 hour
