Living in Guanajuato- Is It Better Than San Miguel de Allende?

Guanajuato is the capital city of the state of Guanajuato in Mexico’s Bajio region.

The city is known for for its architecture, art scene, college vibe, tunnels, and kissing alleyways that are sure to impress you.

It’s as charming as San Miguel de Allende but about half the cost! And because it has temperate weather, you can expect your days to be about 80 degrees and 50 degrees at night almost every day of the year!

That means perfect weather year round!

Guanajuato is in the region known as El Bajío, a relatively high-altitude area with a semi-dry climate. Guanajuato is at 6,000 feet above sea level. This is a wonderful central highland city in Mexico we recommend to live in!

In this video, we share what it’s like to live in Guanajuato. Including some rental examples

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Mariana Lange

Mariana Lima-Lange was born and raised in Mexico before later moving to South Texas in the U.S. For years, she split her time between both countries, giving her a rare insider perspective on Mexican culture, daily life, and the practical realities of living in Mexico. Fully bilingual and bicultural, Mariana understands the challenges and rewards of relocating to Mexico better than most “living in Mexico” experts.

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