Things to do in San Miguel De Allende
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Café de la Aurora
Fittingly creative salads, soups and paninis in a relaxing courtyard setting in the grounds of Fábrica La Aurora.
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El Pegaso Bar
The place to kick back with a margarita on the roof terrace – it affords great views of the Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel.
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Carcassone
Smart and sophisticated with top-notch atmosphere (there’s even a wine-tasting room) in a centrally located converted mansion.
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Las Musas
The setting, within the courtyard of Bellas Artes, is among the most beautiful in town, which makes up for the rather average food.
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Villa Jacaranda
Projects recent releases of US and Bollywood movies on a big screen in a ballroom-type setting. Entry includes a drink and popcorn.
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Mint
Offers all types of music for an exclusive and exclusively disco-loving crowd. Seems to change ownership and name regularly, however.
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Tranvía Turistico
See the main sights in 1½ hours from the comfort of an original tram. Of the six departures, two are bilingual and depart at 10am and 4pm.
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Teatro Santa Ana
This small theater inside the Biblioteca Pública plays host to a good selection of independent and international films, as well as local plays.
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Cafe Monet
A European-style coffee house (think heavy furniture and olde-world, tearoom ambience) which has lots of modern art and even more foreign accents.
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El Pegaso
A friendly, colorful and cozy place and a reliable option for meals – an eclectic range of Mexican and international fare. Great breakfasts and cakes.
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La Azotea
Above the restaurant Pueblo Viejo, this terrace is more of a laid-back lounge and tapas bar, with a smart, gay-friendly crowd and a less touristy vibe.
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Templo de San Francisco
This church has an elaborate late-18th-century Churrigueresque facade. An image of St Francis of Assisi is at the top. Opening hours vary.
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Buenas Días
In our opinion, the only place for a European-style cappuccino: a good blend, with a creamy finish (not Mexican-style froth), and doesn’t burn your lips off.
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Planta Baja
You don’t come here to be in Mexico; this contemporary-style place offers international fare in funky surroundings where you are served by excellent waiters.
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Capilla de la Tercera Orden
Built in the early 18th century, this chapel was part of a Franciscan monastery complex. The main facade shows St Francis and symbols of the Franciscan order.
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Liquid Zoo Lounge
Upstairs from Chocolate Lounge, the separate Liquid Zoo Lounge, with its funky leopard skin seating, caters to a cool hip-hop, martini-loving crowd. Gay-friendly.
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Mercado de Artesanías
A collection of handicraft stalls of varying quality in the alleyway between Colegio and Loreto; prices can be on par with the town’s shops and the quality varies.
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Mujeres Productoras
This is a rural women’s cooperative from surrounding municipalities which sells a range of handmade goods, the source of income (often the only one) for the family.
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La Carpa
This dynamic circus tent sometimes hosts activities including alternative dance classes, as well as monthly openings including live music, theater, art and circus acts.
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Teatro Ángela Peralta
Built in 1910, this elegant venue often hosts local productions. The ticket office is around the corner. Tickets range from gratis to M$350 depending on the production.
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Nirvana
Artistically prepared international fusion dishes – think venison in black chili seasoning and salmon in mango chutney. The owner-chef loves chatting about the daily specials.
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El Ring
Young locals come here for a club fix and a blast of Latin, US and European dance music. On Wednesday it's open from 20:30-midnight and swings to salsa rhythms for a more refined crowd.
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Rincón de Don Tomás
An oldie but a goody. This long-standing joint has a solid following and a menu of classic Mexican dishes such as chicken with moles and cordites. Given its position on the Jardín, it’s not bad value.
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Café de la Parroquia
Expats love this place for its tranquil and shaded courtyard setting with a fountain and reliable food. In the evening it morphs into La Brasserie (open from 5pm to 10pm Tuesday to Saturday; mains M$70 to M$160).
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Tío Lucas
This stylish place with a silver-star-covered courtyard is known for its beef, especially the fillet steak, and for being ‘reliable.’ Happy hour runs from 6pm to 8pm Monday to Thursday, and there’s live blues or jazz nightly.
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