We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers: Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.
Free Newsletter

Interested in Guanajuato?

We'll send you updates with the latest deals, reviews and articles for Guanajuato each week.

  • Save Alhondiga
  • E-mail this page

Explore other Guanajuato resources:

Alhondiga


Free Guanajuato Guide

Get your quick guide to the top hotels, restaurants and things to do.

Traveler Photos & Videos

View all videos
Add Photos
Add Videos

Guanajuato weather essentials

Month
High
Low
Precip
Jul
79°F 26°C
58°F 14°C
12 in 30 cm
Aug
79°F 26°C
58°F 14°C
20 in 50 cm
Sep
78°F 25°C
57°F 13°C
7 in 19 cm
Oct
78°F 25°C
52°F 11°C
6 in 15 cm
Nov
77°F 25°C
46°F 7°C
0 in 0 cm
Dec
73°F 22°C
41°F 5°C
1 in 2 cm
Saturday
Jul 18
Hi:
84°F 28°C
Lo:
55°F 12°C
Sunday
Jul 19
Hi:
87°F 30°C
Lo:
57°F 13°C
Monday
Jul 20
Hi:
87°F 30°C
Lo:
55°F 12°C
More weather for Guanajuato
 | 
Powered by
Weather Underground

What's Near Alhondiga

Top-Rated Nearby Accommodations
Distance in: mi km
Hotel USD* Distance Rating
Hotel Antiguo Vapor $107 0.1 mi 0.1 km 4.5 of 5 stars
La Casa de Dona Ana $52 0.2 mi 0.3 km 5 of 5 stars
Casa Zuniga B&B $67 0.4 mi 0.7 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Casa De Pita N/A 0.5 mi 0.7 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Casa de la luna $40 0.6 mi 0.9 km 4.5 of 5 stars
All Accommodations in Guanajuato
*Average price
Top-Rated Nearby Restaurants
Distance in: mi km
restaurant Distance Rating
Bossa Nova Cafe 0.1 mi 0.2 km 4 of 5 stars
Le Midi 0.2 mi 0.3 km 4 of 5 stars
Casa Valadez 0.4 mi 0.7 km 4 of 5 stars
All Restaurants in Guanajuato
Top-Rated Nearby Things to Do
Distance in: mi km
Thing to Do Distance Rating
Diego Rivera Museum and Home (Museo Casa Diego Rivera) 0.2 mi 0.3 km 4 of 5 stars
Museo del Pueblo de Guanajuato 0.2 mi 0.3 km 4 of 5 stars
Alley of the Kiss (Callejon del Beso) 0.4 mi 0.6 km 4 of 5 stars
All Things to Do in Guanajuato

Traveler Advice on Alhondiga

Traveler Forum
  • Ask a question or view 16 posts on Guanajuato from this week.
Professional Advice (3)
Title Source
“Guanajuato: One of Mexico's Colonial Gems” The Cultured Traveler
“Guanajuato and Cervantes” Lovetripper Magazine
“Secrets of Guanajuato” Savvy Traveler
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 23 attractions in Guanajuato
Write a review
Traveler Description: La Alhóndiga (al OHN dee gah) is a large, two-story stone structure near the Mercado Hidalgo. A huge stone plaza lies on one side, and a steep street... more »
Know about Alhondiga? Share your expertise with other travelers. Add to this description now.
Attraction type: History museum, Landmark/point of interest

Traveler Reviews

[ Date ] [ Rating ]
“Seeing Mexico as it Sees Itself”
Save Review
5 of 5 stars
dmgHouston 11 contributions
Houston
Feb 2, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

Do yourself a favor if you plan to pass through the Alhondiga. Spend a little time preparing yourself first. Do some reading. Learn the names and stories that go with it. A little preparation will make the experience more meaningful. The Alhondiga is a fine museum. It has a lot to tell about Mexican history, sitting in the cradle of... more

“¡¡¡Lugar de valor historico!!”
Save Review
4 of 5 stars
RichardWagner88 12 contributions
Guadalajara
Feb 5, 2009

El fuerte de la Alhondiga es un gran sitio para visitar en Guanajuato, posee un significativo valor historico ya que... more

Travelers Who Viewed This Attraction Also Viewed
No photo provided
Hidalgo Market (Mercado Hidalgo)
4 of 5 stars 2 Reviews
Location: Guanajuato, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
Price not available
No photo provided
Mummy Museum (Museo de los Momias)
3.5 of 5 stars 14 Reviews
Location: Guanajuato, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
Price not available
No photo provided
Monumento al Pipila
4 of 5 stars 1 Review
Location: Guanajuato, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
Price not available
All Things to Do in Guanajuato
Write Your Own Attraction Review
Been to Alhondiga? Share your experiences!
Write a Review
Add Photos
Add Videos

Alhondiga: Management Resources

TripAdvisor has free and easy resources to help you enhance your listing and promote your property.

  • Start Here - Visit Your Owner's Page
  • Add Photo
  • Add Video

Alhondiga Address

Guanajuato, Mexico