Guanajuato City Guide 2017-18

By Car Driving in México can be a challenging experience to foreigners at first. Mexican drivers tend to be more aggressive than drivers in Europe or the United States. You should always be alert and on the lookout for drivers changing lanes or trying to get around you. Keep in mind that people often do not use turn signals; therefore, your turn signal probably will not have any effect on other drivers, so be extra careful and make sure you have enough space to change lanes. Do not expect other drivers to slow down for you. Always be cautious at stop lights and intersections even if you have the right of way. Pedestrians tend to cross highways and streets at any point, so regardless of signs, watch out for people crossing.

Helpful Hint: U.S. Driver’s licenses are valid in México. If you are planning on living in México for more than one year, you must get a Mexican Driver’s License.

If you ever need to rent a vehicle, you have several options: Companies Website

Telephone

Avis

www.avis.mx

01800 500 2847 01800 462 8343 01800 201 2084 01800 830 1010

Budget Europcar

www.budget.com.mx www.europcar.com.mx www.sixtmexico.mx

Sixt

Hertz

www.hertz.com/rentacar/car-rental/mexico 01800 709 5000

By Foot The narrow, winding alleys and long staircases are best suited for walking. Exploring the city aimlessly is a favorite pastime for residents. Weekend Trips México has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. If you have time to visit, these include: Cancun, Cozumel, Ixtapa, Isla Mujeres, Las Bahias de Huatulco, Los Cabos, Playa del Carmen, Puerto Escondido, and Tulum. In addition to world-renowned beaches and historical sites throughout Mexico, Guanajuato City offers plenty to explore on the weekends. + Wander the Colorful Lanes: Guanajuato is a well-designed city with plenty of plazas and squares, and leading away from those squares are many lanes and alleyways just waiting to be explored. The colors of the buildings are bright and cheerful, and the little streets are endless. You may get lost, and if so, just wander downhill and eventually you will reach the center of town. Walking around and exploring on foot is one of the best things to do in Guanajuato. + Visit the Mummy Museum: Of all the things to do in Guanajuato, visiting a museum filled with mummies is definitely the most offbeat.

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