Things to do
Things to do in Guanajuato
From Plaza de la Paz, the historic center is best explored on foot.
Basílica de Guanajuato
2 minutes from La Casona, per Google. Its yellow facade presides over Plaza de la Paz, and you can see it from the balcony of our Jr. Suites with Balcony.
Teatro Juárez
Teatro Juárez, in the heart of Guanajuato, is a neoclassical architectural jewel. Built at the end of the 19th century, it is a major cultural venue for opera, theater, dance and concerts. Its majestic facade with columns, sculptures and reliefs, and its richly decorated interior with murals and gilded details, make it a must for lovers of art and architecture.
Don Quixote Iconographic Museum
The Museo Iconográfico del Quijote collects and exhibits art inspired by Miguel de Cervantes' masterpiece, “Don Quixote”. Its collection of paintings, sculptures, prints and other media shows many interpretations of the famous knight-errant and his loyal squire Sancho Panza. Founded in 1980, the museum is a tribute to the lasting reach of Cervantes' work. It is 6 minutes from La Casona, per Google.
Location
Steps from La Casona
- Basílica de Guanajuato2 min
- Museo del Pueblo de Guanajuato2 min
- Casa Diego Rivera Museum3 min on foot
- The underground street3 min
- Callejoneadas (street serenades)3 min
- Don Quixote Iconographic Museum6 min
- Alhóndiga de Granaditas8 min
- Mummies Museum12 min by car
- Guanajuato International Airport32 min by taxi
Approximate times from Google Maps.
Tours and outings
For places like the Mummies of Guanajuato and the mines, it is best to book one of the tours offered directly at the hotel. Ask at the front desk or message us.
Traditions
Día de las Flores
For the 2025 Día de las Flores (Day of Flowers), La Casona's entrance was dressed with a flower altar and papel picado, and we shared agua fresca with everyone passing through Plaza de la Paz.
FAQ
Questions about things to do
Can I explore downtown Guanajuato on foot from the hotel?
Yes. The Basílica is 2 minutes away and the Casa Diego Rivera Museum 3 minutes on foot, per Google Maps. Most historic-center sights are a few minutes away.
What is near La Casona de Don Lucas?
The Basílica de Guanajuato, Museo del Pueblo, Casa Diego Rivera Museum, the underground street, callejoneadas, the Don Quixote Iconographic Museum and the Alhóndiga de Granaditas, all 8 minutes or less per Google Maps.
How far is the Mummies Museum?
About 12 minutes by car, per Google Maps. For the Mummies and the mines, it is best to book one of the tours offered at the hotel.
What is the Día de las Flores?
A Guanajuato spring tradition. In 2025, La Casona's entrance was dressed with a flower altar and papel picado, and we shared agua fresca with everyone passing through Plaza de la Paz.