Guanajuato, the city of colors, is the most stunning tourist spot you will ever find in Mexico.
Guanajuato has a variety of elements to make this city one of the top tourist attractions all around the globe. From impressive architecture to rich mining history, the city will keep you occupied with its aesthetic beauty. The town has a pleasant atmosphere and has a beautiful mountain backdrop.
Guanajuato is famous for being an excellent silver mining town. The architecture of the city gives its European touch. Nonetheless, the city is full of Mexican color. And the incredibly delicious local cuisine is the proof of that. While in Guanajuato- Mexico, you cannot resist the allure of the Mexican culture. It is perfect for a vacation with a family with kids, friends, and couples. Following are some of the top things you should do in Guanajuato- Mexico:
Explore Guanajuato’s Historic Old Town
Walking down the historic pedestrian streets and alleys of the Old Town is probably something you will love doing in Guanajuato. The streets are colorful and highly pedestrian-friendly. It is friendly advice to tourists that they must follow a GPS or a map with them to avoid getting lost in the hidden streets of the town. There is a network of tunnels you can also explore while strolling in the Old Town.
Visit Guanajuato’s Grand Basílica
The towering church, also known as the Basílica de Nuestra Señora, is a famous tourist spot. It was built around the 1600s. The architecture of the church is very much Baroque-style. People visit this church to witness the Virgin Mary all decorated with jewels. Visit the church on a Sunday noon, you can observe the rich culture of the Guanajuato. The church looks heavenly at the nighttime.
Experience the spooky and creepy mummy museum
Who said that you must fly Egypt to see a mummy? Here at Guanajuato, the best attraction and one of the great experiences includes going to this spooky mummy museum. Back in the 1800s, due to the Cholera outbreak, there were too many deaths, and people were unable to say goodbye to their loved ones. Due to this, they made their mummification process. When the travelers knew about this story, they wanted to see the mummies, and that is when the workers started charging for entry. It might be a little creepy to see all those mummies, but this is one of the best things to do here. You might even see lines at the entry of this museum.
Ride up the Guanajuato’s Funicular
The fantastic dual red Funicular is a fun way to get to the Pipila Monument and experience the best views of the city. The Funicular has a 335-foot track on which you can see all the top sites. The ticket is cheap, and we recommend the full ride where you can stroll down to a maze of light cobblestone.
Visit all the art and history museums
Guanajuato is not just a home to luxury and colorful buildings. There are more than a dozen art and history museums here, which means if you are an art lover, you are in the right place.
Museums like Diego Rivera Museum and Regional Museum of Guanajuato are a must to see. So, these are some fun and top things to do in Guanajuato. Experience these fantastic things and explore this beautiful city where adventure and fun are waiting for you.
