San Miguel De Allende Is A Magical Place And Here Are 22 Reasons To Go ASAP

San Miguel packs infinite architectural beauty, history, and art in its gorgeous array of cobbled streets.

The plaza is the heart of the city, teeming with life at any hour of the day and filled with quirky characters and colorful street vendors.

Part piñata and part fireworks, these caricature-esque, expressive walking statues are an integral part of the town's folklore and present in most celebrations, like weddings, parades, and callejonadas, where groups of people serenade the city.

Venture in and try the gorditas, delicious, slightly spicy masa pockets stuffed with melted cheese.

The market is filled with gorgeous lamps, mirrors, artisanal decor, and all sorts of unique handmade items.

It's truly an unmissable snack!

Nomada, Cien Fuegos, Pescau, La Única, and Bastardo are all excellent lunch options in SMA. Don Taco Tequila is also very tasty and offers vegan and vegetarian options.

The shops at Fabrica la Aurora are not meant to be scouted rushedly — wondrous sculptures, jewelry, clothing, and interior design items, ranging from furniture to paintings and decor, will keep you busy for hours.

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Sunsets and tacos? What else do we need in life?!

Not too hot in the summer and not too cold in the winter.

Áperi, Atrio, and Spice Market are three amazing dining options, although the late-night burger and hot dog food stands at the main plaza are equally valid choices.

Iconic venue El Grito (The Scream — a nod to the battle cry of the War of Independence) is the town's most popular club, but Duke will also keep you dancing until 5 a.m. Low-key options include Bekeb, a cocktail bar offering incredible drinks and views, and piano bar Casa San Mike provides fabulous entertainment.

Impeccably decorated L'Ôtel Concept House will place you in the middle of the town's action, Hotel Bouquet's spacious rooms and lovely rooftop view will whisk you away to paradise, and Hotel Naramu, intimate and low-key, is equal parts charm and comfort.

A must-have at Don Ciro is the bean, cheese, and pressed chicharrón gordita — it'll stay with you for years to come.

Rústica is a local favorite serving artisanal dishes. Other delicious options are the smoothies and healthy treats at Luna de Queso.

La Esquina Toy Museum has an impressive collection of traditional Mexican toys; the Mask Museum showcases hundreds of masks, some telling the indigenous history of Mexico; and the San Miguel de Allende Museum — located in the home of Ignacio Allende, a key figure of the Mexican Revolution — will transport you back in time, immersing you in the town's past and giving you an intimate look at life in 1800s Guanajuato.

Cuna de Tierra (Earth Cradle), Dos Búhos (Two Owls), San Lucas (Saint Lucas), and La Santísima Trinidad (The Holy Trinity) are all bewitching. Every winery is meant to create a unique experience for the visitor. Cuna de Tierra's wine cellar displays magnificent architecture, and the site offers paths for bike riding and leisurely strolling. La Santísima Trinidad specializes in three products: winemaking, turning olive trees into oil, and the extraction of lavender to create fragrances.

Basically all of San Miguel offers peace and serenity, but for EXPONENTIAL peace and serenity, you can head to Valle de los Senderos and relax as you take in its tranquil beauty from a private cabana.

Big cacti, paradisiacal panoramic views of cliffs, local flora, and a conservatory of Mexican plants are all part of this lovely natural preserve.