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](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/201000/201621-Nuestra-Senora-De-La-Asuncion-Cathedral-Basilica.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Leon Cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/200000/200762-Guanajuato.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![El Jardin](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/200000/200731-Guanajuato.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![La Esquina Mexican Folk Toy Museum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/200000/200703-Guanajuato.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tequisquiapan Opal Mine which includes caves and tranquil scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/201000/201707-Tequisquiapan-Opal-Mine.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit El Bajio Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in El Bajio ![San Miguel de Allende](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/200000/200688-Guanajuato.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 showing heritage architecture and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44073-Guanajuato.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 Alley of the Kiss while you're exploring. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Guanajuato-Zona-Centro.dx553248634929494904) ![Mexico which includes heritage elements and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/200000/200638-Queretaro.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) ![Queretaro featuring a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/56000/56896-Queretaro.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 Plaza de Armas while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/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 Bicentennial Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queretaro-Juriquilla.dx6303181) ![Leon Cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/200000/200762-Guanajuato.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) - 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! (2,100 reviews) The castle is beautiful Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F12%2F2025&endDate=30%2F12%2F2025&selected=8073284&PinnedHotelID=8073284&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655632) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F12%2F2025&endDate=30%2F12%2F2025&selected=8073284&PinnedHotelID=8073284&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655632) ![FUJITAYA Querétaro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40600000/40594000/40593961/c2ec8eeb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### FUJITAYA Querétaro No.5001 Avenida Santa Rosa Querétaro QUE £72 21 Dec - 22 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Querétaro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,152 reviews) I'm very happy I stayed at this hotel! The rooms were spacious and very clean. I felt comfortable and safe the entire time. The staff was friendly, helpful, and efficient. I'm very pleased with my experience and can't wait to go back! Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F12%2F2025&endDate=22%2F12%2F2025&selected=40593961&PinnedHotelID=40593961&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 £22 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 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! (1,490 reviews) Friendly staff. Excellent restaurant. Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=480813&PinnedHotelID=480813&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655632) [See all 2,293 properties in El Bajio](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F12%2F2025&endDate=17%2F12%2F2025®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! (862 reviews) Everything was squeaky clean, the bed was very comfy and the staff was extremely helpful and kind, both night-shift and day-shift Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queretaro-Hotels-Extended-Suites-Queretaro-Juriquilla.h35217683.Hotel-Information) ![Morelos By Homirent](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89330000/89329800/89329776/310dd23c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Morelos By Homirent 52 C. José Ma. Morelos Centro Querétaro QUE Stay at this aparthotel in Querétaro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Capuchin Crypt and Museum of the City ... 9/10 Wonderful! (155 reviews) The hotel was okay overall, nothing too bad, but nothing great either. The service was decent, and the staff were polite. However, the biggest issues were the noise and how hard it was to find the place. On top of that, the room was pretty noisy, which made it hard to relax or get a good night’s ... Reviewed on 7 Jun 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queretaro-Hotels-Morelos-By-Homirent.h89329776.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 ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (78 reviews) Family time Place was great city was amazing Reviewed on 7 Jun 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queretaro-Hotels-Park-Life-Queretaro.h88649820.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=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16)[15 Dec - 16 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655632&startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655632&startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17)[16 Dec - 17 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655632&startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655632&startDate=19%2F12%2F2025&endDate=21%2F12%2F2025)[19 Dec - 21 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655632&startDate=19%2F12%2F2025&endDate=21%2F12%2F2025) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655632&startDate=26%2F12%2F2025&endDate=28%2F12%2F2025)[26 Dec - 28 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655632&startDate=26%2F12%2F2025&endDate=28%2F12%2F2025) ### Popular places to visit ![Pena de Bernal showing tranquil scenes and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/201000/201217-Pena-De-Bernal.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) ![Parish Church of San Miguel Arcangel showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/201000/201241-Parish-Church-Of-San-Miguel-Arcangel.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) ![Mexico](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/201000/201944-Parque-Tangamanga.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tangamanga Park I This sprawling urban park has everything from a biking track and museums to picnic grounds, sports fields and a waterpark. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tangamanga-Park-I-San-Luis-Potosi.d553248621532628473.Attraction) ![Alley of the Kiss](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/66b17eb73b0d1ec850c72cb6af7947bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alley of the Kiss You can find out about the history of Guanajuato with a trip to Alley of the Kiss. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alley-Of-The-Kiss-Guanajuato.d6168120.Attraction) ![Leon Cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/200000/200762-Guanajuato.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cathedral of León After visiting Cathedral of León, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in León. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cathedral-Of-Leon-Leon-Centro.d6168079.Attraction) ![El Jardin](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/200000/200692-Guanajuato.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Allende Garden 5/5(1 review) Feel the pulse of the city at its main plaza, a lively haunt bordered by historical buildings and with a beautiful park at its center. [](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Jardin-Zona-Centro.d6113694.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 £22 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/oaxaca-de-juarez-monte-alban-half-day-tour.a47697494.activity-details) ![Monte Albán Oaxaca](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1373240/dad75102-b551-4ca5-8703-cfc39ad8f3c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full-Day Monte Alban Archaeological Site and Oaxaca Artisan Experience £32 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-monte-alban-archaeological-site-and-oaxaca-artisan-experience.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 £31 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/oaxaca-full-day-guided-tour-on-the-hierve-el-agua-route.a49089447.activity-details) ![From Oaxaca City: Monte Alban Guided Archaeological Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46965407/ad4a46d2-f504-48ac-8ecd-e4efa1f562be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oaxaca City: Monte Alban Guided Archaeological Tour with transportation £25 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/oaxaca-city-monte-alban-guided-archaeological-tour-with-transportation.a46965407.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 £49 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/oaxaca-vegetarian-cooking-class.a44965405.activity-details) ![Oaxaca: Food and Markets Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48096692/2e105b50-4d24-434b-97a2-f84189dd7d17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oaxaca: Food and Markets Tour £40 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/oaxaca-food-and-markets-tour.a48096692.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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/200000/200533-Aguascalientes.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Aguascalientes ![Martyrs Plaza](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/200000/200763-Guanajuato.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### León ![Bernal](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/200000/200662-Queretaro.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Querétaro ![San Luis Potosi](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/200000/200597-San-Luis-Potosi.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) - [Pena de Bernal ](https://expedia.co.uk/Pena-De-Bernal-Queretaro.d6127417.Attraction) - [Church of San Miguel Arcángel ](https://expedia.co.uk/Church-Of-San-Miguel-Arcangel-Zona-Centro.d6113698.Attraction) - [La Gruta Spa ](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Gruta-Spa-San-Miguel-de-Allende.d6320309.Attraction) - [Tangamanga Park I ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tangamanga-Park-I-San-Luis-Potosi.d553248621532628473.Attraction) - [Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro ](https://expedia.co.uk/Aqueduct-Of-Santiago-De-Queretaro-Downtown-Queretaro.d6337910.Attraction) - [Plaza Sendero Shopping Center ](https://expedia.co.uk/Plaza-Sendero-Shopping-Center-San-Luis-Potosi.d6144004.Attraction) - [Plaza del Zapato Commercial Center ](https://expedia.co.uk/Plaza-Del-Zapato-Commercial-Center-Leon.d6320517.Attraction) - [Tamasopo Waterfalls ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tamasopo-Waterfalls-Tamasopo.d553248621532976828.Attraction) - [Zacatecas Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/Zacatecas-Cathedral-Zacatecas-Centro.d553248621532630490.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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