Title: El Bajio Travel Guide: Best of El Bajio, Mexico Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in El Bajio](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Bajio-Hotels.d3000655632.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in El Bajio](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Bajio-Holiday-Rentals.d3000655632.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to El Bajio](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-El-Bajio.d3000655632.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in El Bajio](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-El-Bajio.d3000655632.Travel-Guide-Activities)[El Bajio Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-El-Bajio.d3000655632.Car-Hire-Guide)[El Bajio Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Bajio.d3000655632.Holidays-City-Breaks) # El Bajio Travel Guide ## Tourist 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 ![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(3 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.co.uk/San-Miguel-De-Allende-Zona-Centro.dx553248635976007360) ![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 4/5(1 area review) Museums, churches and theatres are some highlights of Zona Centro. Make a stop by Hidalgo Market or Regional Museum of Guanajuato Alhondiga while you're exploring. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Guanajuato-Zona-Centro.dx553248634929494904) ![#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 Downtown Querétaro is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Zenea Garden and Plaza de Armas while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/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 historical sites and museums. Make a stop by Zenea Garden or Theater of the Republic while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queretaro-Centro-Historico.dx553248635931504850) ![Leon Cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6168079/6347d25e-dff6-4816-8f57-66827bc5099d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### León Centro León Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Manuel Doblado Theater and Expiatory Temple of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leon-Leon-Centro.dx553248634829691744) ![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.co.uk/Queretaro-Juriquilla.dx6303181) - Top hotels in El Bajio - Top Holiday 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 Stay at this historic hotel in Guanajuato. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 7.4/10 Good! (2,150 reviews) Yes Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=8073284&PinnedHotelID=8073284&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655632) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=8073284&PinnedHotelID=8073284&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655632) ![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) ### Real de Minas San Miguel de Allende Cam. Viejo Al Panteón 1, Centro, 37754 San Miguel de Allende GTO £76 2 Feb - 3 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in San Miguel de Allende. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,656 reviews) Yes Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F02%2F2026&endDate=03%2F02%2F2026&selected=1529814&PinnedHotelID=1529814&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655632) ![Hotel San Francisco Leon](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/480900/480813/70024db2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel San Francisco Leon Blvd Adolfo Lopez Mateos 2715 León GTO £23 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in León. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in their ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,547 reviews) Great service Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=480813&PinnedHotelID=480813&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655632) [See all 2,343 properties in El Bajio](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=31%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026®ionId=3000655632) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Extended Suites Queretaro Juriquilla](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35220000/35217700/35217683/709e3779_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Extended Suites Queretaro Juriquilla Av. Palma Canaria No 831 Querétaro QUE Stay at this aparthotel in Querétaro. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Plaza Ubika and Uptown Center ... 8/10 Very Good! (912 reviews) Everything was perfect , spotless, very clean and the staff perfect very nice people working there. Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queretaro-Hotels-Extended-Suites-Queretaro-Juriquilla.h35217683.Hotel-Information) ![Park Life Querétaro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88650000/88649900/88649820/26fa8786_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Park Life Querétaro Lic. Manuel Gómez Morin Centro Sur Querétaro QUE Stay at this apartment in Querétaro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 31 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queretaro-Hotels-Park-Life-Queretaro.h88649820.Hotel-Information) ![Hacienda Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99560000/99554100/99554018/8dbb6a02_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hacienda Santa Barbara 105 Hacienda Sta. Barbara El Jacal Querétaro QUE Stay at this aparthotel in Querétaro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and concierge services. Popular attractions Plaza Santa Maria Bullring and Galerías ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (293 reviews) Buenos cuartos, buen servício, cerca de nuestro trabajo Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queretaro-Hotels-Hacienda-Santa-Barbara.h99554018.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in El Bajio](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=3000655632&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check El Bajio hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655632&startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31)[30 Jan - 31 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655632&startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655632&startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01)[31 Jan - 1 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655632&startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655632&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026)[30 Jan - 1 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655632&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Pena de Bernal showing tranquil scenes and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127417/6e40800d-39be-4b7e-a29f-c1d93ea289f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pena de Bernal Take photos of the vista from the quaint chapel built on the side of one of the tallest monoliths in the world. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pena-De-Bernal-Queretaro.d6127417.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 do some window-shopping at San Marcos Fair. Take in the festivals while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Marcos-Fair-San-Marcos.d553248632063461093.Attraction) ![Parish Church of San Miguel Arcangel showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](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 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.co.uk/Church-Of-San-Miguel-Arcangel-Zona-Centro.d6113698.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 You can learn about the history of Atotonilco with a visit to La Gruta Spa. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Gruta-Spa-San-Miguel-de-Allende.d6320309.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 You can find out about the history of Querétaro with a visit to Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aqueduct-Of-Santiago-De-Queretaro-Downtown-Queretaro.d6337910.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.co.uk/Tamasopo-Waterfalls-Tamasopo.d553248621532976828.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 £23 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/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 £31 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monte-alban.a1373240.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 £21 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/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 £50 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/oaxaca-vegetarian-cooking-class.a44965405.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 £31 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/oaxaca-full-day-guided-tour-on-the-hierve-el-agua-route.a49089447.activity-details) ![Tule, Mitla & Hierve el Agua Full-Day Tour with Certified Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1348639/7d530bb6-96cc-4d81-a386-5e0b007540e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tule, Mitla & Hierve el Agua Full-Day Tour with Certified Guide £37 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tule.a1348639.activity-details) [See all activities in El Bajio](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-El-Bajio.d3000655632.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near El Bajio ![Aguascalientes featuring landscape views, a city and heritage architecture](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 [Aguascalientes](https://expedia.co.uk/Aguascalientes.dx6347802)[León](https://expedia.co.uk/Leon.dx599)[Querétaro](https://expedia.co.uk/Queretaro.dx2931)[San Luis Potosi](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Luis-Potosi.dx3207)[Zacatecas](https://expedia.co.uk/Zacatecas.dx4164)[Guanajuato](https://expedia.co.uk/Guanajuato.dx7400)[Celaya](https://expedia.co.uk/Celaya.dx9615)[San Miguel de Allende](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Miguel-De-Allende.dx9796)[Irapuato](https://expedia.co.uk/Irapuato.dx10332)[La Piedad](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Piedad.dx10525)[Ciudad Valles](https://expedia.co.uk/Ciudad-Valles.dx55279)[Fresnillo](https://expedia.co.uk/Fresnillo.dx182175)[Silao](https://expedia.co.uk/Silao.dx602696)[Tequisquiapan](https://expedia.co.uk/Tequisquiapan.dx6051118)[Rio Grande](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-Grande.dx6130447)[Tequila](https://expedia.co.uk/Tequila.dx6141548)[Jalpan de Serra](https://expedia.co.uk/Jalpan-De-Serra.dx6145202)[Apaseo el Grande](https://expedia.co.uk/Apaseo-El-Grande.dx6206486)[Yuriria](https://expedia.co.uk/Yuriria.dx6245401)[Salvatierra](https://expedia.co.uk/Salvatierra.dx6245405)[Ocampo](https://expedia.co.uk/Ocampo.dx6245407) - 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