Mexican Independence Tour of Guanajuato

Travel back in time by learning about the history of Mexican Independence with this tour of the Guanajuato towns that were the scene of the insurrection: Dolores Hidalgo, Atotonilco and San Miguel de Allende.

Description

After pickup from your hotel in Guanajuato at the indicated time, we'll embark on a tour of the events leading to Mexico's independence.

The first stop will be the Conservas Santa Rosa store for a tasting of local sweets made in the Guanajuato Mountain Range.

Next, we will visit Dolores Hidalgo, where Miguel Hidalgo Costilla initiated the revolution with his Cry of Dolores in 1810. We will see the church where the uprising occurred, discuss key facts about the independence movement, and visit the city's old prison, the house museum of Hidalgo, and the mausoleum of José Alfredo Jiménez. You'll have the chance to explore local handicrafts and pottery before we proceed to Atotonilco.

In Atotonilco, we will visit the Sanctuary of Jesus Nazareno, a baroque church with historical murals. We will also take a break for lunch at your leisure before continuing to San Miguel de Allende, the hometown of General Ignacio Allende. Here, you will have one hour of free time to explore.

Finally, we will drop you off in the center of Guanajuato, near the Juarez Theater, approximately 8 hours after the initial pickup.

Partial closures

On weekends, access to Atotonilco may be restricted due to spiritual retreats.From July 3-24, the José Alfredo Jiménez House Museum will be closed.