Useful Information If You are coming to San Miguel

Getting To San Miguel

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Closest Mexico Airport:

  • Leon, BJX Airport, Guanajato (75 min drive to San Miguel)

  • Queretaro Airport, Queretaro (60min to San Miguel)

  • Mexico City (3 and a half hours to San Miguel)

    Reliable and economical car service to and from all airports :https://bajiogoshuttle.com

WEATHER:

  • Warm year round. Temperatures typically vary from 41°F to 85°F and for a short period in the winter can dip to 36°F at night. Highest temperature is 90°F. In the rainy season (May to September) there are short bursts of rain in the afternoon. Days are warm and nights are fresh.

  • Altitude is 6,235 feet and it can take a short to adjust. It is recommended to drink a lot of electrolytes during the first days.

SAFETY:

  • The majority of crime in Mexico is drug related and is targeted specifically at people that are involved in the drug scene. In San Miguel there is petty crime like every where else.

  • The best way to protect oneself is to not go out alone after 10:00 pm, to not wear expensive jewelry and carry little money and valuables while walking around town and not to meander in neighborhoods that are far away from the town center.

  • When going to one of the big markets it is wise to protect one’s phone and wallet in an anti-theft purse close to body. It is also recommended to organize, if possible travel time to and from airport during daylight hours.

 

NAVIGATING MEXICO:

  • Money: Many restaurants and shops take credit cards. There are numerous ATMs and Banks in town. You will need cash for taxis and markets. There are money exchange booths in the center of town. 

  • Language: Because of a high percentage of foreigners living in San Miguel de Allende English is spoken in many restaurants, galleries and around town. 

  • Transportation: You can hail taxis all over town. Fares within town are around $3 US. San Miguel de Allende is a walking town. You can get to a lot of places on foot. Some roads are cobblestone so good footwear is highly recommended. 

Food: 

  • San Miguel is very much a “foodie” town. There are a huge variety of restaurants of all kinds and price ranges: you can eat Italian food in a beautiful outdoor courtyard, Mexican food all over town, vegan food in Guadalupe, authentic Peruvian food at “Lima” or have a snack at one of the many cafe’s all over town.

WiFi and Phone service: 

  • WiFi is generally good in San Miguel. Please check with your phone carrier how to obtain the best and economic service in Mexico. AT&T generally includes full service in Mexico in their plans (without additional cost).

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