Guidebook for Guanajuato
Sightseeing
The optional cable car ride to the Pipila Monument is called the "Funicular."
El paseo de teleférico opcional al Monumento al Pipila se llama el "Funicular."
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Monumento al Pipila Guanajuato
S/N Cerro de San Miguel The optional cable car ride to the Pipila Monument is called the "Funicular."
El paseo de teleférico opcional al Monumento al Pipila se llama el "Funicular."
Callejón Del Beso
Callejón del BesoJardín de la Unión
Jardín de la UniónThe "Casa de las Brujas" (House of the Witches) is a house in the neighborhood La Presa that is has a dark history. It is best known for its hauntings.
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Casa de las Brujas
80A P.º de La PresaThe "Casa de las Brujas" (House of the Witches) is a house in the neighborhood La Presa that is has a dark history. It is best known for its hauntings.
Parroquia de la Basílica Colegiata de Nuestra Señora de Guanajuato
7 C. Ponciano AguilarThe callejoneadas start in front of this church.
Las callejoneadas empiezan en frente de esta iglesia.
Iglesia de San Diego
The callejoneadas start in front of this church.
Las callejoneadas empiezan en frente de esta iglesia.
Plaza de la Paz
Plaza De La PazThe religious spirit prevailed during the time of the Viceroyalty of New Spain because in Guanajuato, there were many riches permitting the construction of temples and chapels. According to tradition, an image of the Christ appeared to the rich miner, Alonso de Villaseca, which compelled him to build the Templo Villaseca near the Cata Mine. Today, faithful believers from all over the nation come to visit the Templo Villaseca to obtain indulgences, goods, and favors.
Mineral De Cata... Templo Villa Seca
SN PanorámicaThe religious spirit prevailed during the time of the Viceroyalty of New Spain because in Guanajuato, there were many riches permitting the construction of temples and chapels. According to tradition, an image of the Christ appeared to the rich miner, Alonso de Villaseca, which compelled him to build the Templo Villaseca near the Cata Mine. Today, faithful believers from all over the nation come to visit the Templo Villaseca to obtain indulgences, goods, and favors.
Located in the municipality of Silao, the Cristo Rey statue is the second largest statue of Jesus in the world (the largest is located in Brazil). The Cerro del Cubilete is an important religious shrine that also marks the geographical center of Mexico. The view from the mountain is spectacular and there’s a small cathedral under the statue. Visitors can take a bus or taxi to the top of the mountain or do a bus tour or horseback tour (Contact Turismo Alternativo en Guanajuato at the numbers below to do a horseback riding tour to the top of the mountain. Horseback tours last 4 to 5 hours).
477-147-9581; 473-732-2591
contacto@turismoalternativoguanajuato.com
477-713-2997
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Shrine of Christ the King
El CubileteLocated in the municipality of Silao, the Cristo Rey statue is the second largest statue of Jesus in the world (the largest is located in Brazil). The Cerro del Cubilete is an important religious shrine that also marks the geographical center of Mexico. The view from the mountain is spectacular and there’s a small cathedral under the statue. Visitors can take a bus or taxi to the top of the mountain or do a bus tour or horseback tour (Contact Turismo Alternativo en Guanajuato at the numbers below to do a horseback riding tour to the top of the mountain. Horseback tours last 4 to 5 hours).
477-147-9581; 473-732-2591
contacto@turismoalternativoguanajuato.com
477-713-2997
The Mina de Guadalupe is a beautiful set of ruins that are often used for wedding ceremonies. For more information about scheduling a wedding ceremony at the Mina de Guadalupe, contact the number listed below or visit the Facebook page for more information.
473-731-2182 (for weddings)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/minadeguadalupe/?rf=357009297732396
Mina de Guadalupe
Mina de GuadalupeThe Mina de Guadalupe is a beautiful set of ruins that are often used for wedding ceremonies. For more information about scheduling a wedding ceremony at the Mina de Guadalupe, contact the number listed below or visit the Facebook page for more information.
473-731-2182 (for weddings)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/minadeguadalupe/?rf=357009297732396
Arts & Culture
Teatro Juárez
10 De SopenaThe Alhóndiga is a famous historical location in Guanajuato that is also a museum and the site of numerous events throughout the year.
La Alhóndiga es una locación histórica famosa en Guanajuato que también está un museo y el sitio de varios eventos durante el año.
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Alhóndiga de Granaditas
The Alhóndiga is a famous historical location in Guanajuato that is also a museum and the site of numerous events throughout the year.
La Alhóndiga es una locación histórica famosa en Guanajuato que también está un museo y el sitio de varios eventos durante el año.
The Mummy Museum is located very close (within 5 minutes walking) of the apartment. This is must-see in Guanajuato.
El Museo de las Momias está ubicado muy cerca (dentro de 5 minutes de distancia caminando) del departamento. Este es un lugar imprescindible en Guanajuato.
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Museo de las Momias de Guanajuato
The Mummy Museum is located very close (within 5 minutes walking) of the apartment. This is must-see in Guanajuato.
El Museo de las Momias está ubicado muy cerca (dentro de 5 minutes de distancia caminando) del departamento. Este es un lugar imprescindible en Guanajuato.
Museo Casa Diego Rivera
47 PositosMuseo del Pueblo de Guanajuato
7 PositosMuseo Ex-Hacienda San Gabriel de Barrera
Guanajuato- MarfilMuseo Ex-Hacienda del Cochero
#196 Cam. RealMuseo Iconográfico del Quijote
1 CantarranasMuseo ex Convento Dieguino
De SopenaCasa Museo Gene Byron
10 Guanajuato - MarfilCasa de las Leyendas
PanorámicaA temazcal is a traditional physical and spiritual cleansing ceremony with an environment similar to a sauna.
Temazcal Pachamama
Lb Blvd. GuanajuatoA temazcal is a traditional physical and spiritual cleansing ceremony with an environment similar to a sauna.
https://www.facebook.com/Museo-Valenciana-1791-182087755681682/
Landmark and historical location.
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Museo Valenciana 1791
Privada Cerro del Erizohttps://www.facebook.com/Museo-Valenciana-1791-182087755681682/
Landmark and historical location.
Haunted museum that offers tours. It’s said that the house was once occupied by the daughter of the Marquis San Clemente who was the owner of the Cata and Mellado mines. The house operated as a postal office and in 1890 passed to a wealthy mining engineer, Tadeo who bought the house for his fiancé, Doña María Constanza de la Rivera Olmedo. Sadly, Doña Constanza was murdered and her husband, Tadeo went mad after her death. Tadeo contacted a witch to help him communicate with his dead wife. The witch taught Tadeo black magic including human sacrifice. Human remains and books on black magic were found in the house.
Open daily 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM; 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM during holiday seasons
Casa de los Lamentos
7 A Dolores HidalgoHaunted museum that offers tours. It’s said that the house was once occupied by the daughter of the Marquis San Clemente who was the owner of the Cata and Mellado mines. The house operated as a postal office and in 1890 passed to a wealthy mining engineer, Tadeo who bought the house for his fiancé, Doña María Constanza de la Rivera Olmedo. Sadly, Doña Constanza was murdered and her husband, Tadeo went mad after her death. Tadeo contacted a witch to help him communicate with his dead wife. The witch taught Tadeo black magic including human sacrifice. Human remains and books on black magic were found in the house.
Open daily 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM; 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM during holiday seasons
Located 5 km north of the Guanajuato city center, the Templo la Valenciana sits at the opening of the Valenciana Mine. Construction of the church began in 1765 and was completed in 1788.
473-732-3596
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Templo La Valenciana
11 Mineral de ValencianaLocated 5 km north of the Guanajuato city center, the Templo la Valenciana sits at the opening of the Valenciana Mine. Construction of the church began in 1765 and was completed in 1788.
473-732-3596
Museo Casa del Purgatorio
33 TenienteMuseo Palacio de los Poderes
75 Av. Benito JuárezMuseo de Cera
82 C. 28 de SeptiembreMuseo de Arte Contemporaneo Primer Deposito
25 PositosEntertainment & Activities
The "Casa de Tía Aura" (Aunt Aura's House) is a Mexican-style haunted house with special effects and a dark history.
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Casa de Tía Aura
62 P.º de La PresaThe "Casa de Tía Aura" (Aunt Aura's House) is a Mexican-style haunted house with special effects and a dark history.
Mina el Nopal
- 4 Wheeler Tours/Recorridos de Cuatrimotos
- Mountain Biking/Bicicleta en Montaña
- Hot Air Ballon/Vuelo en Globo
- Horseback Riding/Caballos
- Rappelling and Climbing/Rappel y Escalada
http://www.turismoalternativoenguanajuato.com/
contacto@turismoalternativoguanajuato.com
477-147-9581; 473-732-2591
Turismo Alternativo En Guanajuato
Mineral de Rayas - 4 Wheeler Tours/Recorridos de Cuatrimotos
- Mountain Biking/Bicicleta en Montaña
- Hot Air Ballon/Vuelo en Globo
- Horseback Riding/Caballos
- Rappelling and Climbing/Rappel y Escalada
http://www.turismoalternativoenguanajuato.com/
contacto@turismoalternativoguanajuato.com
477-147-9581; 473-732-2591
Wall Climbing/Escalada de Pared
Open 10:30 AM – 10:30 PM Monday through Friday (Lunes a Viernes); 11:00 – 4:00 Saturdays (Sabados)
Contra Gravedad also offer rock climbing excursions.
Contra Gravedad tambien ofrece excursions de escalada en roca.
Contra Gravedad offers classes for kids on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Hay clases disponible para niños en martes y jueves.
Precio/Cost: $75MXN or $60MXN for students/estudiantes
There are also special monthly membership packages. Paquetes de miembros son disponibles.
vs.gravedad.gto@gmail.com
473-103-5718
Contra Gravedad
Entrada a Las TeresasWall Climbing/Escalada de Pared
Open 10:30 AM – 10:30 PM Monday through Friday (Lunes a Viernes); 11:00 – 4:00 Saturdays (Sabados)
Contra Gravedad also offer rock climbing excursions.
Contra Gravedad tambien ofrece excursions de escalada en roca.
Contra Gravedad offers classes for kids on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Hay clases disponible para niños en martes y jueves.
Precio/Cost: $75MXN or $60MXN for students/estudiantes
There are also special monthly membership packages. Paquetes de miembros son disponibles.
vs.gravedad.gto@gmail.com
473-103-5718
473-732-9574
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Club-de-Golf-la-Mina-de-Guadalupe/239793513055217
Golf Club Guadalupe Mine
#37A De Jalisco473-732-9574
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Club-de-Golf-la-Mina-de-Guadalupe/239793513055217
Centro Deportivo CEDAJ 1
ValfroRunning track and more…
There is a state sports facility with a pool on the way to Valenciana under the administration of CODE.
http://www.codegto.gob.mx/?page_id=2271
473-109-2016; 473-109-2017
Polideportivo CODE
There is a state sports facility with a pool on the way to Valenciana under the administration of CODE.
http://www.codegto.gob.mx/?page_id=2271
473-109-2016; 473-109-2017
Shopping
The Mercado Hidalgo is an excellent place to buy daily necessities like food and drinks, while also being the best place in town to purchase neat trinkets to take home to friends and family.
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Mercado Hidalgo
Mercado Av. Benito JuárezThe Mercado Hidalgo is an excellent place to buy daily necessities like food and drinks, while also being the best place in town to purchase neat trinkets to take home to friends and family.
Parks & Nature
El Cantador
72 CantadorDrinks & Nightlife
El Guaguancó offers dancing events and classes in dancing. It's the best known Latin dance club and school in the city.
Ofrece eventos de y clases de baile. Es lo mejor conocido club y escuela de danza latinoamericana en la ciudad.
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El Guaguancó
No. 62 Pl. De La PazEl Guaguancó offers dancing events and classes in dancing. It's the best known Latin dance club and school in the city.
Ofrece eventos de y clases de baile. Es lo mejor conocido club y escuela de danza latinoamericana en la ciudad.
Getting Around
Thrifty Car Rental
Bajío Rent a Car
108 Calle Calzada de los HeroesLince Rent A Car
501 Malecón del Río de los GómezvenKur car rental
Security & Hernández Car Rental (Matriz)
Libramiento NorteTelephone numbers/Numeros de teléfono:
473-732-6142
473-734-1026
473-732-9172
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Taxi Express Linea Dorada
Telephone numbers/Numeros de teléfono:
473-732-6142
473-734-1026
473-732-9172
Radio Taxi Grupo Alianza
S/N Callejón del PirúlTelephone numbers/Numeros de teléfono:
473-732-6649
473-734-0178