Thermal pools just outside of town
for an afternoon of relaxation. Hail a taxi or grab a bus for just a few dollars to these pools, but be sure to arrange return transportation or know when the last bus arrives. The only hotel near the pools is said to be expensive and generally booked.Atotonilco
is a historic church approx. 10km outside of SMA. The sanctuary services as a piligramage desitination and the site where Ignacio Allende met up with Father Hidalgo to begin their fight for Mexican Independence.Guanajuato, the Capital of the state. It is known for its network of tunnels under the city and for its "Museo de las Momias" mummy museum, and you can also see Cristo Rey atop the Cerro de Cubilete.
Dolores Hidalgo is 40 km away and is worth a visit as it is the birthplace of Mexican independence - and a great place to sample odd ice cream flavors like pork rind and avocado.
