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Sanctuary of Atotonilco

Sanctuary of Atotonilco
Photo: Manuel A. de Anda Gomez, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

The Sanctuary of Atotonilco is an 18th-century religious complex. Its interiors feature detailed frescoes across walls and ceilings. The site lies roughly 12 km outside central San Miguel de Allende.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 10 of Mexico City, San Miguel de Allende and Guanajuato in 14 Days

Visiting Sanctuary of Atotonilco: what to know

Tickets
Free entry
Time needed
One hour
Best time
Weekday mornings
Getting there
Taxi or local bus from San Miguel de Allende

San Miguel de Allende itineraries with Sanctuary of Atotonilco

Day 10 of Mexico City, San Miguel de Allende and Guanajuato in 14 Days

Atotonilco

How Sanctuary of Atotonilco fits into a day.
  1. 10:00Sanctuary of AtotonilcoSan Miguel de Allende
  2. 16:00Callejón del PueblitoSan Miguel de Allende
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Sanctuary of Atotonilco FAQs

How far is the Sanctuary of Atotonilco from San Miguel de Allende?

It is about 12 km away. The drive takes around 15 minutes.

When was the Sanctuary of Atotonilco built?

Construction started in 1740. The main church and murals were completed over the following decades.

Can visitors take photos inside the Sanctuary of Atotonilco?

Photography is allowed. Flash is discouraged to protect the murals.

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