Title: Visit El Bajio: Best of El Bajio Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca

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# El Bajio

## Travel Guide

![El Bajio which includes a church or cathedral, a sunset and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000655632/db44c81d-224e-4fa8-bd31-dd1ed9992cbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![El Bajio which includes a church or cathedral, a sunset and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000655632/db44c81d-224e-4fa8-bd31-dd1ed9992cbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Leon Cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6168079/6347d25e-dff6-4816-8f57-66827bc5099d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![El Jardin](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113694/35ca2930-e80b-4fe9-9132-332f7d1b0fee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![La Esquina Mexican Folk Toy Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6320311/9117b041-55a2-482b-8940-f8bb10641f18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit El Bajio

Where to stay

Things to do

### Where to stay in El Bajio

![Guanajuato City, #Mexico the birthplace of the country’s independence.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7400/e3abca8a-76c8-4d6d-8a35-f1fad8aca442.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Zona Centro

5/5(32 area reviews)

 Museums, churches, and theaters are some highlights of Zona Centro. Make a stop by Hidalgo Market or Regional Museum of Guanajuato Alhondiga while you're exploring. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Guanajuato-Zona-Centro.dx553248634929494904)

![A beautiful day and the beautiful Church of San Felipe. San Miguel, you continue to amaze me. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9796/cd37c832-7d86-4afa-af8d-57d4aa98617d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Zona Centro

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

 If you're spending some time in Zona Centro, Plaza de Toros San Miguel de Allende and San Miguel de Allende Historical Museum are top sights worth seeing. 

[](https://expedia.ca/San-Miguel-De-Allende-Zona-Centro.dx553248635976007360)

![#church #sky ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6168097/072a3584-3df5-4e96-acb8-806ca8761774.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Downtown Querétaro

4.5/5(39 area reviews)

 Downtown Querétaro is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Zenea Garden and Plaza de Armas while you're in town. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Queretaro-Downtown-Queretaro.dx6168097)

![Los Arcos Querétaro Panorámica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635931504850/a045be5f-12f5-4183-85b1-a2224a730526.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Centro Histórico

 Unique features of Centro Histórico include the historic sites and museums. Make a stop by Zenea Garden or Theater of the Republic while you're exploring the area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Queretaro-Centro-Historico.dx553248635931504850)

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Juriquilla

 Juriquilla is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Plaza Juriquilla and Plaza Ubika. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Queretaro-Juriquilla.dx6303181)

![Deep inside Mexico's center, there's a little city called Zacatecas, which is part of the many cities of the country that are considered UNESCO heritage. Its downtown night lights truly make it a beautiful colonial city #ontheroad.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4164/cffc0ff9-c7bd-41a0-b06e-e9ab33979e3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Zacatecas Centro

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

 While visiting Zacatecas Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Center and Hidalgo Avenue. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Zacatecas-Zacatecas-Centro.dx553248635976008273)

- El Bajio Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in El Bajio

![Hotel Castillo Santa Cecilia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8080000/8073300/8073284/b1422e2e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

### 

Hotel Castillo Santa Cecilia

Camino a la Valenciana s/n Km. 1 Guanajuato GTO

CA $54

CA $66 total

Feb 25 - Feb 26

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this historic hotel in Guanajuato. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...

7.4/10 Good! (2,143 reviews)

Yes

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

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![Real de Minas San Miguel de Allende](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1530000/1529900/1529814/67e78d2d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Real de Minas San Miguel de Allende

Cam. Viejo Al Panteón 1, Centro, 37754 San Miguel de Allende GTO

CA $99

CA $118 total

Jan 26 - Jan 27

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in San Miguel de Allende. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,652 reviews)

Yes

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

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![Hotel San Francisco Leon](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/480900/480813/70024db2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel San Francisco Leon

Blvd Adolfo Lopez Mateos 2715 León GTO

CA $37

CA $46 total

Jan 28 - Jan 29

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in León. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value ...

7.8/10 Good! (1,540 reviews)

Muy bueno

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

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Extended Suites Queretaro Juriquilla

Av. Palma Canaria No 831 Querétaro QUE

Stay at this aparthotel in Querétaro. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Plaza Ubika and Uptown Center ...

8/10 Very Good! (908 reviews)

Everything was squeaky clean, the bed was very comfy and the staff was extremely helpful and kind, both night-shift and day-shift

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![Park Life Querétaro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88650000/88649900/88649820/26fa8786_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Park Life Querétaro

Lic. Manuel Gómez Morin Centro Sur Querétaro QUE

Stay at this apartment in Querétaro. Enjoy free WiFi, dry cleaning or laundry services, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Industrial Club of Queretaro ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (85 reviews)

Nice apartment let you feel comfortable

Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025

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![Hacienda Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99560000/99554100/99554018/8dbb6a02_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hacienda Santa Barbara

105 Hacienda Sta. Barbara El Jacal Querétaro QUE

Stay at this aparthotel in Querétaro. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services. Popular attractions Plaza Santa Maria Bullring and Galerías ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (290 reviews)

Everything was good except that Wifi didn't offer out of Mexico web service. The counter was kind.

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2025

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### Popular places to visit

![Pena de Bernal which includes mountains and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127417/6e40800d-39be-4b7e-a29f-c1d93ea289f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Pena de Bernal

4/5(1 review)

Take photos of the vista from the quaint chapel built on the side of one of the tallest monoliths in the world.

[](https://expedia.ca/Pena-De-Bernal-Queretaro.d6127417.Vacation-Attraction)

![inauguration of the national fair of san marcos in aguascalientes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248632063461093/1f5bdf00-0968-459f-b535-0ad66370f966.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### San Marcos Fair

During your visit to Aguascalientes, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at San Marcos Fair. Take in the festivals while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/San-Marcos-Fair-San-Marcos.d553248632063461093.Vacation-Attraction)

![A subterranean hot spring you say? Just outside San Miguel de Allende is a natural hot spring leading to a cave. After spending an indulgent and blissful morning at La Gruta Spa, I'm not sure why we ever left.

#troveon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6320309/6fee9cbe-7249-483c-9748-c159d503b6ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### La Gruta Spa

3.5/5(3 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Atotonilco with a trip to La Gruta Spa. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/La-Gruta-Spa-San-Miguel-de-Allende.d6320309.Vacation-Attraction)

![Parish Church of San Miguel Arcangel which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113698/67d2ce29-07a8-4d25-bd4f-6c6ad7a29766.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Church of San Miguel Arcángel

4.5/5(38 reviews)

Soaring over San Miguel de Allende’s central plaza are the neo-Gothic towers of a centuries-old parish church, which honors the city’s patron saint.

[](https://expedia.ca/Church-Of-San-Miguel-Arcangel-Zona-Centro.d6113698.Vacation-Attraction)

![Los Arcos, Monument in Santiago de Querétaro.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337910/72d070ec-65e5-491e-acbe-8ef05c822b42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro

4.5/5(23 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Querétaro when you stop by Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Aqueduct-Of-Santiago-De-Queretaro-Downtown-Queretaro.d6337910.Vacation-Attraction)

![sunset in the river with reflex,Forest river stones landscape,beautiful panoramic view of the river in Bridge of God and Waterfalls of Tamasopo san luis potosi mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532976828/d175449b-9313-426d-899e-6ca2e545f50a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Tamasopo Waterfalls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tamasopo Waterfalls during your travels in Tamasopo. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Tamasopo-Waterfalls-Tamasopo.d553248621532976828.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![Oaxaca de Juarez: Monte Alban Half-Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47697494/181d3736-bba1-43d8-9967-49d5230e3f83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Oaxaca de Juarez: Monte Alban Half-Day Tour

CA $42

per adult

**94%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/oaxaca-de-juarez-monte-alban-half-day-tour.a47697494.activity-details)

![Monte Alban, Alebrijes & Black Pottery: Oaxaca Essential Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1373240/3bf55454-8ad6-4b04-841f-d1467367d7c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Monte Alban, Alebrijes & Black Pottery: Oaxaca Essential Day Tour

CA $58

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/monte-alban.a1373240.activity-details)

![Oaxaca: Full Day Guided Tour on the Hierve el Agua Route](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49089447/927cd689-f287-449d-8977-8d7381814d57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Oaxaca: Full Day Guided Tour on the Hierve el Agua Route

CA $59

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/oaxaca-full-day-guided-tour-on-the-hierve-el-agua-route.a49089447.activity-details)

![Montealban Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2778684/8cacc860-9d0e-4064-92bb-1a6ebc04ca33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Montealban Tour

CA $39

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/montealban-tour.a2778684.activity-details)

![Oaxaca: Vegetarian Cooking Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44965405/db60c86a-e176-466d-9576-4ab9df7907d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Oaxaca: Vegetarian Cooking Class

CA $94

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/oaxaca-vegetarian-cooking-class.a44965405.activity-details)

![Discover Oaxaca through History and Urban Mythology](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46312776/fbf3c996-1449-4fca-b181-1f2fb6d3001e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Oaxacan Urban Mythology and Colonial Art

CA $51

per adult

**74%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/oaxacan-urban-mythology-and-colonial-art.a46312776.activity-details)

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## Cities near El Bajio

![Aguascalientes featuring heritage architecture, a city and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347802/702586c0-4fda-44a7-baf9-080858596290.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Aguascalientes

![Martyrs Plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6168093/b581bae0-a7d3-4674-bd19-af6469cdb558.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### León

![Bernal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6303158/87389857-1a0d-4dd7-96ea-5c1b13d35c58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Querétaro

![San Luis Potosi](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3207/47cff4df-aba7-4112-a6af-5cf3bebe7277.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### San Luis Potosi

- Cities near El Bajio
- Places of interest

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- [Pena de Bernal ](https://expedia.ca/Pena-De-Bernal-Queretaro.d6127417.Vacation-Attraction)
- [San Marcos Fair ](https://expedia.ca/San-Marcos-Fair-San-Marcos.d553248632063461093.Vacation-Attraction)
- [León Stadium ](https://expedia.ca/Leon-Stadium-La-Martinica.d6250816.Vacation-Attraction)
- [La Gruta Spa ](https://expedia.ca/La-Gruta-Spa-San-Miguel-de-Allende.d6320309.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Church of San Miguel Arcángel ](https://expedia.ca/Church-Of-San-Miguel-Arcangel-Zona-Centro.d6113698.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro ](https://expedia.ca/Aqueduct-Of-Santiago-De-Queretaro-Downtown-Queretaro.d6337910.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Tamasopo Waterfalls ](https://expedia.ca/Tamasopo-Waterfalls-Tamasopo.d553248621532976828.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Vinedos La Redonda ](https://expedia.ca/Vinedos-La-Redonda-Queretaro.d553248621532629814.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Tangamanga Park I ](https://expedia.ca/Tangamanga-Park-I-San-Luis-Potosi.d553248621532628473.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Escondido Place ](https://expedia.ca/Escondido-Place-San-Miguel-de-Allende.d6320319.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Antea Lifestyle Center ](https://expedia.ca/Antea-Lifestyle-Center-Jurica.d553248621559724959.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Querétaro Convention Center ](https://expedia.ca/Queretaro-Convention-Center-Queretaro.d6305230.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Mummies Museum ](https://expedia.ca/Mummies-Museum-Guanajuato.d6250798.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Victoria Stadium ](https://expedia.ca/Victoria-Stadium-Aguascalientes.d6269098.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Allende Garden ](https://expedia.ca/Allende-Garden-Zona-Centro.d6113694.Vacation-Attraction)
- [San Luis Potosi Cathedral ](https://expedia.ca/San-Luis-Potosi-Cathedral-Centro-Historico.d553248621532628471.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Union Garden ](https://expedia.ca/Union-Garden-Zona-Centro.d6250822.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Juarez Park ](https://expedia.ca/Juarez-Park-San-Miguel-de-Allende.d6113696.Vacation-Attraction)

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