Tour of the Museums of Guanajuato with Transportation
Tour of the Museums of Guanajuato with Transportation
City Tour: Guanajuato
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A cultural tour through the capital city of Guanajuato is a fascinating experience that allows visitors to delve into the rich history and culture of this beautiful colonial city. On this tour, you visit various museums that offer a variety of exhibits on different aspects of local culture.
In addition to visiting the museums, the tour includes a stop at a typical candy store, where visitors can try delicious traditional Guanajuato sweets. There is also a visit to a local jewelry store, where you can find unique and handcrafted pieces that represent the culture and traditions of the region.
Altogether, this cultural tour is an enriching and exciting experience for lovers of history, art and culture, allowing them to learn about and appreciate the rich cultural heritage of Guanajuato.
The tour is 100% in Spanish.
Itinerary
Templo La Valenciana
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeBaroque temple built at the end of the 18th century by the Company of Jesús, known for its ornate façade and its interior decorated with golden altarpieces and mural paintings, is also famous for its connection to the mining wealth of Guanajuato and is considered one of the most outstanding examples of Mexican Baroque architecture.Museo de Sitio Mina Valenciana
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedDiscovered at the end of the 18th century, it became one of the richest mines in Mexico, producing large quantities of silver and gold during colonial times. Today, the mine has become a popular tourist attraction. Visitors can take a tour of the mine to learn about its history and explore its underground galleries. You can also see tools and machinery used in mining, as well as exhibits on the daily lives of miners.Museo Regional de Guanajuato Alhondiga de Granaditas(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeIt was built in the 18th century and originally functioned as a granary to store grain and other agricultural products. During the Mexican War of Independence, the Alhóndiga was used as a fortress by royalist forces. The building houses a museum that tells the story of the Toma de la Alhóndiga and the Mexican War of Independence, as well as temporary art and culture exhibitions. It is also used as a space for cultural and social events in the city. [We do not stop at the Alohóndiga].Museo de las Momias de Guanajuato
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedThe museum currently displays more than 100 mummies of all ages dating from the 19th and 20th centuries. Most of them have surprisingly well-preserved facial expressions, which It makes them look like they're alive. The mummy collection was formed due to a local law that required the payment of taxes to keep the remains in the cemetery. If the relatives did not pay the taxes, the remains were exhumed and stored in a vault in the cemetery. In the 1860s, the mummified remains were found to be in a good state of preservation due to the dry and cold conditions inside the vault. From that moment on, the mummies began to be exhibited to the public in a building near the cemetery.Monumento Al Pipila
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeOne of the most emblematic and touristic places in Guanajuato that offers impressive panoramic views of the city and its surroundings. It is considered a symbol of the fight for the independence of Mexico and a sample of the courage and determination of the heroes who fought for the freedom of the country.Hacienda Del Cochero "Galerias de la Inquisicio"
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedMuseum known for being a sample of the dark side of the history of Guanajuato, it can be disturbing for some people since it shows instruments used for torture and the execution of people accused of heresy or who opposed the Catholic religion at the time of the Inquisition.Guanajuato
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeThe Underground Streets of Guanajuato will also be visited, tasting of sweets and liquors typical of the region and a Guanajuato jewelry store.
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