Private walking tour in Guanajuato (available from 1 person)
Description
We serve from 1 person. Our desire is that visitors recognize us for our hospitality. We like to welcome travelers as if they were our old friends and we want to share with them the places we like the most. We : The company Cacomixtle, we like to delve into the daily life of a Guanajuato as it is.
Tour Options
Itinerary
We will talk about the origins of the University and admire its staircase and surrounding areas.
We will walk near this square, connecting between its history and its current daily customs.
We will walk outside this emblematic building of our history, we will be transported to the beginning of the 19th century, when the War of Independence was brewing in the surroundings and right here the first battle occurs.
Immediately we will move towards the beginning of the 20th century, where Porfirio Díaz, the President of Mexico, goes to inaugurate this great building with the aim of being a public market, so many stories occurred from its beginnings to the present day. Join us to learn more about its workers as well as the culinary traditions of our city.
Let's admire this great square, where you can see the sculpture of Rafael Contreras known as "La Paz", as well as the Collegiate Basilica of Our Lady of Guanajuato, according to your interests we will pay more attention to the Palace of the Powers, or to the house of the Conde Rul, or the Mariana Gallery, among others.
We cannot understand the conformation of the city without going back to the history that its hills and rivers keep, and in particular: the development of the mining industry and the use that was given and has been given in the city of Guanajuato.
Full of life in the area of Guanajuato, where you will find cafes, restaurants and a family atmosphere.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
They will tell me where their place of accommodation is and I will confirm if I find them there or at a nearby point.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour can be done by VEHICLE
Reviews(369)
Amazing experience! Get ready to climb the hills up and down, but it will all totally worth it! Not only our tour guide was friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable but the organizing company went above and beyond to make sure we are taken care of by arranging the place for us to store out luggage and being highly communicative.
Our walking tour of Guanajuato with Susana was fantastic and gave us such a deeper appreciation for the city. Guanajuato is honestly one of the most interesting places I’ve visited — the history, architecture, and engineering of the city are incredible — and I would have missed so much if I had simply wandered around on my own. Susana is a local with extensive knowledge of the city, and she shared the history and stories behind what we were seeing in a way that changed how we saw the city. The tour gave us a much richer understanding of how Guanajuato developed and why it feels so unique. We also learned that she offers hiking and birdwatching tours, and if I had another day in Guanajuato — which I truly wish I did — I would absolutely have booked one of those experiences with her as well. Highly recommend.
My husband and I really enjoyed our private walking tour of Guanajuato with our guide Susana. Susana was very knowledgeable and personable with an obvious pride in her hometown of Guanajuato. She clearly explained to us the history and sites of this beautiful, lively and colourful city. We would definitely hire Susana again if we return to Guanajuato. We highly recommend her and this tour.
The tour in Guanajuato with Susana has been exceptional. Not only does he have an almost encyclopedic knowledge about the city, but, more importantly, he conveys his passion for the city. It's not only about the places we walk, and his recommendations of restaurants, bookstores, ... but also that he made me live a tradition (that of the Holy Cross) that would have gone unnoticed, if it had not been for her I think I adapt the gut, as I got to know more about myself and my interests. A great guide. Not only recommended, but also essential.
This tour absolutely lives up to its 5-star rating. Susanna was warm, funny, and very knowledgeable about every topic we had questions on. She knew a number of people we crossed paths with—family members and friends of hers—and pointed out spots in the town of significance to her own family history, which was a special touch. She had clearly done original research on the town and showed us historical photos and prints of important people and events. Highly recommended!
Andres did a terrific job of showing me around the city. He highlighted all the main attractions that I have revisited several times in my one month stay here in Guanajuato City. He was born here and he's worked around the world and speaks very clear English. He tailored the tour to my interests. Highly recommend this tour at the beginning of your stay.
Susana is a delightful tour guide. She tailored our tour to our interests (history, culture, and local life) and showed us areas that we had not yet seen. She made the city come alive for us.
Antonio was great! Very informative and knowledgeable about the city and its fascinating history! His knowledge of the mining industry and its impact on the city was extensive.
Brian and Marina, thanks so much for your comments, keep enjoying your visit in Guanajuato and other places of Mexico. Come back soon. Susana (Antonio's daughter)
Susana gave me a great introduction to the landmarks and history of Guanajuato. As it turned out, I was the only person signed up the morning of our tour. Susana personalized it to my pace, interests, questions, and even my level of Spanish, speaking slowly for me to understand and then switching to English when I asked. I learned (among other things) about the unique mining history of the region, the legend of El Pípila, how GTO figured in the Mexican struggle independence, and the different phases of tunnel-building so important for flood prevention and managing the city’s automobile traffic. Susana is a wonderful storyteller and educator. I highly recommend this tour!
Antonio it's a native Guanajuato City citizen with an engineering degree who traveled the world with his work, so he wove history of the city with an explanation of interesting architectural features, good places to eat, great views to take in, spots for me to revisit on my own with time, and corners to turn opening up tantalizing locations. It was a great walking tour and I found lots of small businesses to return to purchase things I need for my month long stay. I would recommend this tour on Day 1 or Day 2 of your stay in Guanajuato.
Sheryl muchas gracias, keep enjoying this month!!! anything You need please let us know. Susana
