14 days in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Central Mexico and Gulf Coast Trip Planner
Start: Memphis
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Morelia
— 2 nights
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San Miguel de Allende
— 3 nights
Drive
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Guanajuato
— 3 nights
Drive
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Zacatecas
— 2 nights
Fly
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Puebla
— 2 nights
Drive to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport, Fly to Memphis
End: Memphis
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Morelia — 2 nights
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Your inner history buff will appreciate Catedral de Morelia and Santuario de Guadalupe y Exconvento de San Diego. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Museo Casa Natal de Morelos and House of Eleven Patios (Casa de los Once Patios). You'll find plenty of places to visit near Morelia: Patzcuaro (Santa Clara del Cobre & Templo de la Compania de Jesus).
To see photos, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Morelia trip planning tool.
Memphis, USA to Morelia is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. Traveling from Memphis in October, expect little chillier with lows of 51°F in Morelia. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to drive to San Miguel de Allende.
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To see photos, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Morelia trip planning tool.
Memphis, USA to Morelia is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. Traveling from Memphis in October, expect little chillier with lows of 51°F in Morelia. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to drive to San Miguel de Allende.
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San Miguel de Allende — 3 nights
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Visit Iglesia de Santa Rosa de Viterbo and El Jardin for their historical value. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Parque Benito Juarez and Olio Fino Tasting Room. Get out of town with these interesting San Miguel de Allende side-trips: Queretaro City (Plaza de Armas & El Acueducto De Queretaro). Next up on the itinerary: look for gifts at Colors, walk around El Charco del Ingenio, browse the collection at Biblioteca Pública de San Miguel de Allende, and take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback.
To see maps, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the San Miguel de Allende attractions planner.
You can drive from Morelia to San Miguel de Allende in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 79°F in October, and nighttime lows around 52°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Guanajuato.
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You can drive from Morelia to San Miguel de Allende in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 79°F in October, and nighttime lows around 52°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Guanajuato.
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Guanajuato — 3 nights
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You'll discover tucked-away gems like Museo de Arte e Historia de Guanajuato and Museo Iconografico del Quijote. Appreciate the collections at El Museo Bocamina San Ramon and Museo de Sitio Mina Valenciana. Change things up with these side-trips from Guanajuato: Leon (Parque Zoologico de Leon & Arco Triunfal de la Calzada de los Heroes). And it doesn't end there: look for gifts at Dulceria La Catrina, don't miss a visit to Museo Regional de Guanajuato Alhondiga de Granaditas, and explore the galleries of Taller Elpinchegrabador.
To see traveler tips, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Guanajuato day trip planner.
Getting from San Miguel de Allende to Guanajuato by car takes about an hour. October in Guanajuato sees daily highs of 79°F and lows of 54°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) early enough to drive to Zacatecas.
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Getting from San Miguel de Allende to Guanajuato by car takes about an hour. October in Guanajuato sees daily highs of 79°F and lows of 54°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) early enough to drive to Zacatecas.
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Zacatecas — 2 nights
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Quarry City
Kick off your visit on the 13th (Thu): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Parroquia de Nuestra Senora de Fatima, make a trip to Morismas de Bracho, and then examine the collection at Galeria de Nacimientos.
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Traveling by car from Guanajuato to Zacatecas takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Traveling from Guanajuato in October, expect Zacatecas to be little chillier, temps between 74°F and 47°F. On the 14th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Puebla.
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Traveling by car from Guanajuato to Zacatecas takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Traveling from Guanajuato in October, expect Zacatecas to be little chillier, temps between 74°F and 47°F. On the 14th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Puebla.
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Puebla — 2 nights
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City of Angels
Kick off your visit on the 15th (Sat): steep yourself in history at Fuertes de Loreto. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get to know the resident critters at Africam Safari, then stroll around Zocalo, and then see the interesting displays at Museo Amparo.
To see maps, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Puebla trip planning website.
You can fly from Zacatecas to Puebla in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In October, daytime highs in Puebla are 75°F, while nighttime lows are 50°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) so you can travel back home.
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To see maps, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Puebla trip planning website.
You can fly from Zacatecas to Puebla in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In October, daytime highs in Puebla are 75°F, while nighttime lows are 50°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) so you can travel back home.
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Central Mexico and Gulf Coast travel guide
Once the core of a powerful Aztec empire, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast now contains some of the country's most popular tourist destinations, offering a blend of coastal and inland activities. Most Central Mexico and Gulf Coast holidays understandably involve stops at sandy beaches, but if you wish to enrich your experience with a bit of culture and history, don't miss Guanajuato City and Veracruz. While exploring these cities, you can museum hop, get to know the country's arts and music scene, discover numerous historic buildings, and mingle with ex-pats from Canada and the United States. For that ultimate Central Mexico and Gulf Coast sightseeing experience, spend some time exploring the region's World Heritage-listed archaeological sites.
Guanajuato travel guide
Granary of the Republic
With well over a third of its area suitable for agriculture, Guanajuato remains the "Granary of the Republic" as a major producer of corn, beans, sorghum, barley, and wheat. A tour of Guanajuato allows you to trace the "Bicentennial Route," originally followed by an insurgent army led by Miguel Hidalgo, one of the leaders of Mexican struggle for independence. Other popular things to do in Guanajuato include exploring historical haciendas and mines, attending local festivals, and visiting the state's thriving cities. Start in the World Heritage-listed eponymous capital, known for its cobblestoned streets, pleasant plazas, and unusual underground roadways.
