Tourist Attractions in Guanajuato
Guanajuato Mexico

This monumental example of Mexican baroque exhibits restored paintings from the 16th century, created by such artists as Miguel Cabrera. Tel. (473) 732-1827. Del Sol # 16. Closed on Mondays.

Built in 1797, this historical museum is devoted to the country's independent life. General admission fee: $49. Tel: (473) 732-1112. Mendizabal # 6. Closed on Mondays.

An 18th-century house formerly owned by Diego Rivera's, this museum features works of his private collection. Tel. (473) 732-1197. Positos No. 47. Closed Mondays.

Housed in a 19th-century, neo-classic and art nouveau building, the Legislative Palace was inaugurated by General Porfirio Diaz in 1903.

Juarez is regarded as one of the most beautiful theaters in Mexico. Of special splendor is its Roman Doric portico. General admission fee: $35. Tel. (473) 732-0183. Calle Sopeña s/n. Closed on Mondays.

In the evening, enjoy a leisure stroll along Guanajuato's old cobbled alleys, walking alongside troupes of musicians dressed in 17th-century costumes (estudiantinas).

This museum exhibits mummified bodies, perfectly preserved by the minerals in the soil of the civil cemetery. Tel. (473) 732-0639. Explanada del Panteon s/n. Open daily, from 9:00 to 18:00 hrs. www.momiasdeguanajuato.gob.mx

Still in operation today, La Valenciana was once the richest mine in the city. The silver extracted from this mine helped support the Spanish Empire and its colonies between the 18th and 19th centuries.

Formerly a hacienda, this museum features a variety of paintings and pieces of furniture from the 17th century, as well as impressive gardens in different styles (Moorish, English, Spanish...). Tel. (473) 732-0619. It is located at the 2.5 km marker on the Guanajuato-Marfil highway. Open daily, from 9:00 to 18:00 hrs.

The market is housed in a building with a pink stone facade, dating back to the beginning of the 20th century. Of special appeal is the clock tower and its four clock faces made up of an iron framework.

Cultural space with 7 themed pavilions, forums for conferences, shows and concerts, planetarium, museum exhibitions unpublished area and recreational areas.