This second visit we took a taxi from elsewhere that left us a few steps away from this view. I'd previously climbed up the stairs wondering if we're on the right path. In any case, this is a must for any visit to Guanajuato. The Pipila monument itself is an attraction you can climb up a narrow staircase to reach a view from the flame. For those less inclined, the view itself does the climb justice. I'd definitely do it again for future visits, and hang out up there and snack/drink to enjoy the view.

The views from atop are amazing. The usual tourist-oriented scene is up there, vendors, hawkers, restaurants, etc. There's also a hotel up there, too. I was in Guanajuato during the Day of the Flowers festivities, and, I visited on Friday morning around 10:30-11. (I might've just lucked out; but, I literally just walked on the funicular without much waiting). It's 70 pesos, one way. There's 2 carriages that hold around 12-14 persons each. My strong recommendation is to visit earlier in the day. Afternoons, and weekends most likely see the longest lines. (Also, you can take a taxi to the top, but, with a funicular what fun is that). I saw people walking up, but, the guidebook says go in a group and don't carry valuables.

The view from the statue is the best of the city particularly at night. It is very pleasant to go from behind the Juarez theater and take the Tran that takes you uphill to see the statue. It only takes a couple of minutes to go up and down the hill and the view from up the mountain our breathtaking definitely something you want to experience.