VENUE INFORMATION
Hotels sell out during the Festival, so make your reservations early. We also recommend reservations at restaurants, especially during the weekends. Try the hotels out of Centro for better prices and availability. Wear comfortable shoes because you will be walking in Centro - cars are not allowed in this area. The evenings can be chilly, so bring a light jacket. Use the interactive map for the exact location of each venue and city landmarks.
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Teatro Juárez Address: Sopeña, in front of the Jardín Unión, Centro Phone: (473) 732-0183   | Inaugurated on October 27 of 1903 by the President of the Republic General Porfirio Díaz, the theater shows the eclecticism in the architecture of that time. The facade is formed by twelve columns of green quarries, finished off by brass and sculptures of the nine muses. The interior is Moorish, with arabesque balconies, boxes and panels. The acoustics and amazing interior make this one of the premiere venues for musical events during the Cervantino. |
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Templo de Compañia Address: Corner of Lascurain Retana & Calle del Sol, Centro  |
Templo de Compañia, or Society of Jesus, is the best example of golden age of architecture in Guanajuato. It marks the most mature stage of Churrigueresque design in New Spain. The construction of this church began in 1747 and was completed in 1765. Restored religious paintings can be seen in the sacristy. |
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Auditorio del Estado Address: Pueblito de Rocha Col. Marfil  |
Auditorio del Estado is the largest performance venue in Guanajuato, with seating for 1,800 attendees. The Auditorium has been host of international-class performances of dance, music and theater. |
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Hotels in Historic Centro
Click for information and availability either directly through the hotel or Expedia for online reservations. Restaurants in Historic Centro
- Frascati. Dine overlooking the historic center of Guanajuato and the Teatro Juárez. Serving classic Italian, pizzas and a nice selection of International wines.
Address: Jardín de la Unión, 2nd floor
Telephone: 473.732.2158
- La Capellini. Charming restaurant just 1/2 block from the Teatro Juárez located inside the old Casa de Moneda (the location where Mexican coins were made) where you'll find the history of the building elegantly scripted in the walls. Try the pasta, pizza and tiramisu.
Address: Sopeña #3A
Telephone: 473.732.7224
- El Cafe. Delightful sidewalk cafe and the perfect place to watch the street scene unfolding in the Jardín de la Unión and Teatro Juárez.
Address: In front of Teatro Juárez
- Diego Rivera Museum. The museum is hosting a special show during the Festival featuring the work of Manuel Felguérez, who is considered one of the greatest painters of the abstract movement in Mexico.
Address: Positos # 47, Centro
Phone: (473) 732-1197
- La Casa del Quijote. During the Festival, La Casa del Quijote will host a special show featuring 40 silver artisans from across Mexico.
Address: Sopeña #17
Phone: 713.732.8226
- Pípila Monument. The monument is a tribute to Juan José de los Reyes Martínez nicknamed "Pípila", who set the door of la Alhóndiga de Grenaditas on fire and was instrumental in obtaining the first victory against Spain.
Address: Mirador del Cerro de San Miguel
Hours: Daily from 10:00 to 6:00
- Quinta Las Acacias, Carretera Panorámica
- Villa Maria Christina, Carretera Panorámica
- Camino Real, San Javier
- La Abadia, San Javier
- Misión Guanajuato, Marfil
- Holiday Inn Express, near the bus station
- Hotel Gran Plaza, near the bus station
- Jardin de los Milagros Located in Colonial San Javier, a 10-to 15-minute walk from Centro. The menu prepared by Chef Bricio Dominguez Aguilar, will delight your senses with a fresh and original combination of flavors. His second location now open in San Miguel de Allende at Terraplen #42.
Address: Calle Alhóndidga #80
Phone: 473.732.9366 - El Velero del Cielo Located near the Auditorio del Estado, serving contemporary Mexican food.
Address: Ex-hacieda San Antonio #37, Col. Noria Alta
Phone: 473.734.1191
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Templo de la Valenciana Address: Col. Valenciana Tel: 732-3596  |
This Churrigueresque church, built of pink quarry stone, features three wooden altarpieces covered in gold leaf. The church was constructed to honor the largest producing mine in New Spain and was completed in 1778. Initially, the church belonged to the Hospitalet Order of the Latins. That same order built a convent adjoining to the church which they never occupied. Today it houses the School of Philosophy and Letters of the University of Guanajuato. |
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Valenciana is located on the north side of Guanajuato, a 15-minute drive from Centro. Taxis charge $30 pesos for the ride from Centro and more from the bus station.
Hotels
Restaurants
- Casa del Conde de la Valenciana. Once the home of the Valenciana mine's owner, the restaurant serves classic Mexican cuisine in a beautiful setting -- outside on the patio or indoors in the restored colonial home. Try one of the refreshing cold soups! It's the perfect way to spend the afternoon in Valenciana.
Address: Across the street from the Templo de Valanciana.
Phone: 473.732.2550
- Ik Etznab Alta Cocina. This gourmet treasure is located about 10 minutes from Valenciana on the road to Dolores Hildago in the town of Sierra de Santa Rosa. You'll love the experience of dining in a tree house where you can savor the magical creations of chefs Ana Karina Castillo and Iván Monzón. Try the 4 or 7-course options or your can order ala carte. Check the menu here....
Address: Sierra de Santa Rosa, roadway Guanajuato - Dolores Hildago km 89.
Phone:473.102.5146
- Valenciana Mine Tour. Visit the entry to the Valenciana Mine, once the largest-producing silver mine in the world.
- Ojo de Venado. On the main plaza to the right of the church, this delightful store has a great collection of Mexican folk art -- very reasonably priced.
Official event site
The official site for the Festival International Cervantino is in Spanish only. The site contains complete event descriptions and background information on each of the artists.» Download the schedule (pdf in Spanish)
» Visit the site now… (in Spanish)