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San Miguel de Allende Walking Audio History Tour

10 Reviews 4.60 out of 5 stars Based on 10 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor |
Recommended by 90% of reviewers
90% of reviewers gave this experience a rating of 4 or higher.
| San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
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On average, this is booked 22 (0) days in advance.
1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Take a stroll through San Miguel de Allende with Juliana. Hear the history behind the icon that is San Miguel. Listen to the stories behind the construction of the Parroquia and its fabulous facade. Hear about the early days of San Miguel and the Silver Trail that ran from Mexico City to Santa Fe, New Mexico and passed through San Miguel, bringing tremendous prosperity in the 18th century. Hear the stories of the art school that drew expats from the USA and Canada to San Miguel to study art' and began the transformation of San Miguel into this center for the arts. This is a self-guided audio tour. Download the audios onto your cell phone. Let Juliana and Marcela guide you through the downtown area with the aid of maps, photos and their own directional instructions. Move at your own pace and let them reveal the magic and the secrets that lay hidden in plain site. Take a deep dive into this fascinating history and discover a greater appreciation for this fabulous town.

What's Included

  • Access to website with audio tour
  • Walking Audio Tour
  • San Miguel de Allende Audio History Tour
  • Guest must supply own cell phone and ear buds.
  • Access to the website will be denied after 48 hours. If for some reason you need more time, let me know
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Meeting Location

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Zona Centro, Centro, 37700 San Miguel de Allende, Gto., Mexico

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End point

Calle del Dr Ignacio Hernandez Macias 75
Zona Centro, 37700 San Miguel de Allende, Gto., Mexico

Ignacio Ramirez Cultural Center/Bellas Artes

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Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel

The tour starts in front of the Parroquia. There will be a brief introduction and overview of the tour. You will hear of the original construction of the church in the late 17th century and also the secrets of the stone facade that was not added until 1880. There will also be a walk through the inside of the Parroquia with stories and descriptions of points of interest.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ignacio Allende House (Casa de Ignacio Allende)

You will hear a brief descriptions of the architectural style of the house and a short description of Ignacio Allende the man. There will be an section of the social forces that were at work in New Spain and in Europe that led to the War of Independence from Spain. There will also be a discussion of the early days of San Miguel, The silver trail that stretched from Mexico City to Santa Fe New Mexico and passed through San Miguel. It brought tremendous prosperity to San Miguel in the 18th century.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Jardin Allende

There will be a short discussion of the origins of the Jardin. And it will be explained why the Jardin is the geographical, social and cultural center of San Miguel de Allende. Also a short historical sketch of Father Miguel Hidalgo the hero of the War of Independence that towers above all the others.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Casa del Mayorazgo de Canal

There will be a short description of the architectural style and an explanation of the symbolism in the facade above the main entry door. Also a short history of the Patriarch of the Canal Family, Don Manuel Tomas Canal. Guests will be advised that the guard just inside the door is only there to have you sign in and leave back packs and water bottles behind. The house is open to the public at no charge.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bellas Artes

The guests will enter the courtyard and walk through the gardens and listen to the story of how the building began as a convent in the mid 18th century. Also they will hear about the beginnings of the art school in 1938 that drew American and Canadian expats to San Miguel to study art and began the renaissance that San Miguel has experienced in the last 80 year. They will hear of the arrival of the world renown Mexican artist David Siqueiros, the trauma the school experienced in the late 1940's leading to its closing. They will also visit the mural room in which David Siqueiros was teaching a mural painting class and see traces of his genius that remain there to this day. At the end of audio recording # 10, the tour will be finished.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the San Miguel de Allende Walking Audio History Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the San Miguel de Allende Walking Audio History Tour?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Access to website with audio tour.
  • Walking Audio Tour.
  • San Miguel de Allende Audio History Tour.
The following is NOT included:
  • Guest must supply own cell phone and ear buds.
  • Access to the website will be denied after 48 hours. If for some reason you need more time, let me know.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the San Miguel de Allende Walking Audio History Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for San Miguel de Allende Walking Audio History Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Access to website with audio tour
  • Walking Audio Tour
  • San Miguel de Allende Audio History Tour
  • Guest must supply own cell phone and ear buds.
  • Access to the website will be denied after 48 hours. If for some reason you need more time, let me know

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This is a walking audio tour and most of the route is within a 100 meter radius. The final stop is a short 5 minute walk away.

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