El Corazón de México

Mojigangas Parade in San Miguel Allende

This Colorful City Has Thriving Food and Art Scenes but Feels Like a Small Town — and It Was Just Voted No. 1 in the World by Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2024.

San Miguel de Allende provides a picturesque setting for a memorable vacation, catering to those seeking an authentic travel adventure. This captivating colonial-style town exudes a dreamlike ambiance, with charming cobblestone pathways meandering through its 68-block historic center, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Regarded as the heart of Mexico, San Miguel de Allende epitomizes the warmth and hospitality that defines Mexico as a beloved global destination. The town has been awarded Condé Nast’s prestigious title of "Best Small City in the World" five times, a testament to its undeniable allure. Once you arrive, the reasons for this accolade become abundantly clear – San Miguel offers an unmatched array of experiences, fulfilling every traveler's fantasy of an authentic journey.

San Miguel is easily explored by foot. Walking the city can be a fun and inspiring stroll through charming cobblestone streets, where wondrous sights and hidden gems can be discovered around every corner. The city’s rooftop terraces are the perfect place to catch the heavenly sunset views across San Miguel’s dramatic skyline.

San Miguel bursts brightly with those vivid splashes of color one imagines when dreaming about vibrant Mexico. Visually, it’s stunning. Joyous tones run through the streets of the city; lining the colorful buildings, featuring prominently in the food and handicraft markets, and pouring out of homes in the form of lovely plants and flowers.

View from the Parroquia of San Miguel Allende