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House & Garden Tour
Experience an exclusive guided walking tour of some of the most beautiful houses and gardens of San Miguel.
If you have ever wondered what is behind the interesting doors you see throughout this colonial city, then this is the tour for you.
Come with us to explore the wonders beyond the closed doors!
Every Friday at 11:00 am
$500 pesos per person
Get your tickets in advance at Insurgentes 25, Centro, from Monday to Thursday 10:00 am to 05:00 pm and Saturday 10:00 am to 02:00 pm
Friday, May 2nd we’ll visit:
This elegant home blends contemporary design with traditional Mexican architecture, featuring light-filled rooms, clean lines, and breathtaking views of the Parroquia.
The concrete floating stairs appear almost like a sculpture.
Two natural edge tables lend a rustic contrast.
A stone wall is juxtaposed next to slick Italian tiles.
Carrera marble bathrooms are sleek yet elegant.
The pendant light over the kitchen island is made from driftwood.
With modern amenities, luxurious finishes, and serene outdoor spaces, it is perfect for relaxation or entertaining.
The spacious layout includes a heated plunge pool and a rooftop terrace with panoramic city views.
“ It is behind the walls you see how we live”
We visit two talented homeowners; one a woodworker and the other a musician.
The garage has been transformed to a woodworking studio.
Handmade concrete blocks create a visual screen between it and the front patio with a bubbling fountain.
The kitchen has a pot rack made from an antique wooden cart. A large island is a rallying spot at party time.
The black fireplace and leather chairs make for a perfect spot to “watch the action.”
The living room has a natural edge wooden coffee table commissioned by the owners.
The bar is an entertainer’s dream and was formerly a closet.
are made of strips of smoked oak retrieved by the husband from old wine barrels.
The stairway sculpture tells a story. The husband created a wooden and copper lightning bolt, which is striking a ceramic pot. This actually happened in 2024 when a lightning bolt created by a fierce thunderstorm struck the house destroying the pots you will see below.
The second floor landing has a beautiful antique armoire. The primary bedroom features a fireplace with a chimney of multicolored stained glass.
The many outdoor spaces, with panoramic views, are expansive and comfortable.
Coffee in one, cocktails in another, dinner on the rooftop; and a complete outdoor kitchen!
This house is a reflection of our hosts – charming and delightful!
“ It is behind the walls you see how we live”
Biblioteca Guided Tour
Get to know each corner of this XVII century building, listen to its history, and discover our activities.
Every Tuesday | 11:00 am | Biblioteca’s Patio
Your donation is welcome.
Tour on demand: tours@labibliotecapublica.org
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Tikkun Eco Center
Beautiful oasis and inspiring community hub for environmental education, climate activism, and ecological restoration.
The visit includes an easy guided walking tour of the Tikkun grounds, gardens, and rainwater catchment tilapia ponds. An organic buffet lunch is provided along with a video presentation on permaculture, climate-change adaptation, and discussion of Tikkun`s transformative community work, including reforestation, watershed repair, and reservoir restoration projects.
Tours support Tikkun’s ecological restoration and education work in San Miguel.
Thursdays 10 AM to 2 PM | $1,350 pesos per person
San Miguel Campestre Tour
Get to know the highlights of San Miguel de Allende as well as its flora and fauna.
Visit El Chorro, Benito Juárez Park, Instituto Allende, Bellas Artes, Casa del Conde de Canal, Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel, Casa de Ignacio Allende, main churches, Charco del Ingenio & Jardín Botánico.
9 AM to 12:30 AM | $1,000 pesos per person
San Miguel Walking Tour
To get to know the wonders and corners of San Miguel de Allende, you have to walk.
We will take you to visit El Chorro, Benito Juarez Park, Instituto Allende, Bellas Artes, Casa del Conde de la Canal, Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel, Casa de Ignacio Allende and the surrounding churches.
9:00 AM to 11:30 AM | $900 pesos por persona
Dolores Hidalgo and Atotonilco Sanctuary
City of great historical importance since it is the birthplace of national independence.
It´s only 40 minutes away from San Miguel de Allende.
You can visit the Miguel Hidalgo Museum, the father of Mexican Independence as well as the traditional Talavera tiles workshops.
On the way back we will visit the Atotonilco Sanctuary which is a world heritage site.
A place referred to as the Mexican Sistine Chapel because of its impressive frescos.
We will also visit the paradise like Nirvana Restaurant.
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM | $1,800 pesos per person
Archaeological site Cañada de la Virgen
At this archeological site you will be able to visit a pyramid and various other pre-Columbian structures attributed to ancient tribes affiliated with the Otomi between the years 450 and 1050 including a calendar aligned with the sun, the moon and constellations designed to mark the equinox, the solstice, and the seasons.
The tour includes access to the site and a water bottle.
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM | $1,500 pesos per person
Mineral de Pozos
Magical town since 2012, known as “Ghost Town”, for having been abandoned twice since its foundation.
In the surrounding area, centuries-old vestiges of mines and haciendas are still preserved.
You will visit the Center, Ex-Mina, Hacienda de 5 Señores, Hacienda Santa Brigida, Pre-Hispanic Music Workshop and Musical Instrument Shop.
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM $2,000 pesos per person
Guanajuato
World heritage city about an hour from San Miguel.
This tour includes an historical walking tour with a lecture about the famous painter Diego Rivera, a visit to the Juarez Theater and the Quijote Museum.
You will be able to take fabulous pictures from the Pipila scenic lookout, and of the famous Guanajuato tunnels.
You will also have time to visit the shops, bazars and restaurants.
9 AM to 4 PM | $2,100 pesos per person
Peña de Bernal
Bernal, a marvelous “pueblo mágico” in the state of Querétaro, is famous for its Peña de Bernal, the third largest stone monolith in the world.
The visit includes the center of the town of Bernal, the San Sebastián temple, the workshop of the Aurora looms, the “Peña”, Wine Cellar “Sala Vive” by Freixenet and wine shop.
9 AM to 5 PM | $2,200 pesos per person
Querétaro
Famous for its architecture and history.
You will visit its famous aqueduct, an ancient hydraulic structure that crosses the city.
You will also visit the cementery where famous sons of the city are buried, the Santa Cruz Monastery, the regional museum of Querétaro, the Plaza de Armas, and the hill of the bells where the emperor Maximilian of Hapsburg was executed at the end of the French Invasion.
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM | $3,300 pesos per person
Monarch Butterflies
Discover the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary in the Angangueo forest, Sierra del Rosario, Michoacán.
Ride a horse through the enchanting forest, enjoy the return to the town of Angangueo on foot.
Complete your experience with the taste of authentic local cuisine, adding a delicious touch to your unforgettable adventure.
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM | $2,500 pesos per person
Teotihuacán Archaeological Site
This ancient pre-Columbian city emerged in the year 150 BC and continued to grow until about 800 AD when it was mysteriously abandoned.
There is evidence that Teotihuacán was a multi ethnic city inhabited by Zapotecs, Mixtecs, Mayas and Totonacas.
You can visit the Road of the Dead and view some of the largest pyramids of the world.
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM | $3,300 pesos per person
Get your tickets at the Biblioteca’s Bookstore (Insurgentes #25) from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday.
Buy your tickets at least 2 days prior to the tour.
For individualized tours, we require a minimum of 3 participants.
No refunds for cancellations the same day as the tour.
Tours must be paid for in cash unless special arrangements are made.
With your payment for the tours, you are contributing directly to the educational and cultural activities of La Biblioteca.
For more information contact us by email: tours@labibliotecapublica.org or by telephone at 415 152 0293.
