Tour San Miguel de Allende through its parks and squares in one weekend

Published January 16th, 2023

One of the most visited destinations in Mexico is undoubtedly San Miguel de Allende because this UNESCO World Heritage City maintains its colonial style, and artistic atmosphere, as well as its culture and tradition. It is a mandatory trip to Guanajuato since in addition to the traditional attractions you will find in this city you can enjoy the tranquility of its gardens and squares in the middle of all the tourist attractions.

This time we want to give you more alternatives to what to visit and know in San Miguel de Allende to have a completely different trip through the streets of this city to admire the colonial architecture of its beautiful buildings, but at the same time have a moment of tranquility in these public spaces to breathe fresh air. Take note of the must-see gardens and squares during your trip to San Miguel de Allende.

1. Main Garden
Surely your tour will start at this point, one of the most recognized in the city and which was remodeled during the Porfiriato, as it has a French-style garden that will make you feel like you are in a European city. Here the tradition is to sit on a bench while enjoying a typically sweet, sipping an ice cream, and listening to mariachi music 24/7.

2. Benito Juarez Park
This charming park is recognized as a lung of the city because since 1904 it is the site identified for its nature, proximity to the spring where many people come to exercise, have fun on the soccer fields, among other sports, or artists come to sell their works.

3. El Chorro Promenade
You can’t miss another point in San Miguel de Allende, since this is where the city was founded, but at the same time, there was a spring that supplied water to the entire city in the 18th century. You can admire the final part where the washing places, which are still used by the neighbors. Enjoy the shade of the trees and admire the architecture of the area.