What to do in Augustin Gonzalez

Finding the neo-Gothic Parish Church of San Miguel Arcangel is easy. Not only is it the tallest building in the city, but it also has a striking turreted pink façade. Visit this important place of worship, known locally as La Parroquia and dedicated to San Miguel, the patron saint of San Miguel de Allende.

San Miguel de Allende’s central plaza is known as El Jardin. This is the social heart of the city, a venue for fiestas and live music and a popular meeting place, day and night.

Enjoy the great outdoors at Juarez Park, an inviting city park with French-style gardens, water fountains, sculptures, monuments and sports and play areas. Come to relax away from the crowds, get a workout on the exercise equipment and picnic in shaded, leafy green surroundings.

Fabrica La Aurora is a former textile factory that has been converted into a trendy hub of art and culture. Visit its galleries, furniture shops, design stores and studios with hundreds of artists under one roof.

Gaze at the simple fortress-like exterior of the Sanctuary of Atotonilco before entering to see an explosion of vivid colors behind its white walls. Inside this 18th-century religious complex is a sumptuous collection of murals and frescoes that adorn walls, chapels and ceilings. The sanctuary is one of Mexico’s most revered Catholic sites, attracting thousands of visitors each week.