Olimpo Travel Guide
San Miguel de Allende
Popular places to visit
Church of San Miguel Arcángel
Soaring over San Miguel de Allende’s central plaza are the neo-Gothic towers of a centuries-old parish church, which honors the city’s patron saint.
La Gruta Spa
You can learn about the history of Atotonilco with a visit to La Gruta Spa. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Allende Garden
Feel the pulse of the city at its main plaza, a lively haunt bordered by historical buildings and with a beautiful park at its center.
Sanctuary of Atotonilco
This important pilgrimage site, also known as the Sistine Chapel of Mexico, contains murals and frescoes with graphic depictions of the suffering of Christ.
Fábrica La Aurora
Shop for art, antiques and unique furniture pieces in the art galleries and design studios of this major cultural center.
Juarez Park
Beautiful green gardens, water features and sporting facilities make this urban green space a wonderful place to relax or work out.
Things to do
Historical and Cultural Walking Tour of San Miguel de Allende
San Miguel de Allende walking tour with certified guide
San Miguel de Allende quick tour
Historical & Cultural Walking Tour of San Miguel de Allende
Historic Tour of San Miguel de Allende
Tour and tour of the Independence Route
Top hotels in Olimpo
Real de Minas San Miguel de Allende
"A suggestion is to offer face towels and a mini fridge. It’s in a great location!"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Live Aqua San Miguel de Allende
"Great accommodations"
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hotel MX más San Miguel de Allende
"Las instalaciones se ven descuidadas y deterioradas (humedad en paredes, alfombras de pasillo sucias) la limpieza de las habitaciones es deficiente y el personal no es atento. Las toallas parecían trapeadores"
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Rosewood San Miguel De Allende
Imperio de Angeles
"The hotel sits directly in front of a major highway, and the noise is relentless. Semis roar past at all hours, and the building does almost nothing to block the sound. The bathroom windows are built in a way that they can't be closed. The bathroom door itself is a thin hollow-core door, so noise ..."
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Casa 63 Hotel Boutique & Spa
"We loved the hotel. Its location is perfect, the rooms are very confortable. Would stay again"
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Olimpo
Colonia San Raphael
While Colonia San Raphael isn't home to many top sights, San Miguel de Allende Public Library and Allende Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
Infonavit Malanquin
Infonavit Malanquin might not have many top sights, but Malanquin Golf Club and San Miguel de Allende Historical Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Colonia San Antonio
While Colonia San Antonio isn't home to many top sights, San Miguel de Allende Historical Museum and Juarez Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Colonia Obraje
While there might not be top attractions in Colonia Obraje, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fábrica La Aurora and San Miguel de Allende Public Library.
Colonia Mexiquito
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Colonia Mexiquito and surrounding area, you can visit Fábrica La Aurora and San Miguel de Allende Public Library.
Colonia Guadalupe
When in Colonia Guadalupe, you can plan a visit to San Miguel de Allende Public Library and Fábrica La Aurora, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
