YES! Hopefully you have it by now, but yes, passports are required to travel to Mexico as a US citizen. Check your expiration dates and be sure your name on your ticket matches!

San Miguel has nearly perfect weather year round - get ready! October normally boasts average highs in the 70s, and lows in the 50s. A light layer might be good to bring for those rooftop nights, although I did get the princess treatment of a blanket brought out at a few rooftops while we were there :)

Yes! Most U.S. cell carriers offer service in Mexico, and many plans already include talk, text, and data at no additional cost. We recommend checking with your carrier before traveling to confirm your international coverage and avoid any surprise charges.

Wi-Fi is also widely available at hotels, restaurants, and cafés throughout San Miguel.

We recommend QRO - it is slightly closer than BJX. Either will work though :) Mexico City is also an option, but will be a 4 hour drive into San Miguel.

Nick and I used the BajioGo shuttle service to test it out. A driver will meet you inside of the airport with your name on a sign. This particular service offers shared and private rides. For the shared ride it is $35pp. Being shared, there will be slightly longer wait times both at the airport and in drop off, but it is truly a door-to-door service and was very easy! You just need your flight info to book.
If you booked your stay at a hotel, they might offer airport transportation, so be sure to ask.
There are more options listed under the Travel &. Stay page.

San Miguel is very walkable - most everything the city centro is a 5-20 minute walk away! Taxis and ubers are also easy options when you’d rather not walk.

One thing to know: San Miguel is famous for its beautiful cobblestone streets, so comfortable shoes are a MUST! (ladies (or gents!) no stilettos)

Both! Credit cards are widely accepted at hotels, restaurants, and shops throughout San Miguel, but we definitely recommend carrying some Mexican pesos for taxis, tips, markets, and smaller vendors.

ATMs are available around town if you need more cash. When paying by card or withdrawing money, choose to be charged in pesos (MXN) rather than U.S. dollars—you’ll typically get a better exchange rate that way.

The biggest thing to know: don’t drink the tap water. Stick to bottled or purified water during your stay (including for brushing your teeth if you want to be extra cautious).

San Miguel has an incredible food scene, and established restaurants and hotels commonly use purified water for drinking, ice, and food preparation. If you’re unsure somewhere, bottled water is always an easy option. Nick and I had no issues when visiting!

As with any international travel, use your best judgment with street food and raw foods, and choose places that look busy and well-kept. Most importantly—come hungry. The food is one of our favorite parts of San Miguel!

Nope! San Miguel is a charming city in the center of Mexico, known as “El Corazon de Mexico” - the Heart of Mexico. It was a spanish colonial settlement before Mexico gained its independence, and was revitalized in the 1940s as an artists haven.

Think of it as being more similar to a small European town than a beach resort locale.

Nope! We will all be staying where we each desire - one man’s deluxe hotel suite is another man’s airbnb! Each are amazing options in San Miguel, offering an array of perfect options to fit your desires!

We recommend staying within a 20 minute walk of our venue, Casa Feliciana.

This was one of our FAVORITE parts about SMA, and one of the reasons we are SO excited for you all to experience it! You really can’t go wrong.

The Rooftop at Selina
- Rooftop
- Incredible views, food, and drinks.
- Cynthia’s favorite margarita and best guac she’s had in her life.
- Try the ravioli!

La Unica
-Rooftop
- Incredible views, food, and drinks.
- Try the bone marrow tacos and the shrimp tacos. 10’s across the board.

La Azotea
- Rooftop
- Incredible tapas and drinks
- Order the shrimp tacos and the jicama tacos. You’re welcome.

KI’BOK Coffee
- To die for coffee and breakfast
- Grab one to go or stay for breakfast on their rooftop.

Lavanda Cafe
- On the north side so a slight walk, but worth it.
- Known for their lavender coffee drinks and amazing breakfast.
- Located close to the 5-block Artisan Market

Andy’s Taco Cart
- Street taco’s if you’re feeling up to it!
- Nick and I had the el pastor tacos and they were… to die for.
- Open 7pm till late

This might sound overly simple, but… walk around! Spend some time wandering the historic center, pop into local shops and markets, admire the Parroquia, grab a rooftop cocktail, and eat as much incredible food as possible. San Miguel is especially fun without a packed itinerary, so give yourself time to wander the colorful streets and see where you end up!

There is also a handmade artisans market that spans 5 city blocks! El Mercado de Artesanias has everything from dishes, to clothing, to art, boots, and more!

We’ve said it once and we’ll say it again… COMFY SHOES! The cobblestone streets are part of what gives San Miguel its charm, but they’re also a quick recipe for a twisted ankle if you don’t wear shoes you can walk in.

Other than that - have fun! A light layer for evenings will likely keep you warm enough.