# Lagos de Moreno

Lagos de Moreno is a city of 112,000 people (2020) in Jalisco. It draws tourists on account of its history and old architecture.

## Understand

Lagos de Moreno (with a population of 112,000 in the city and 172,000 in the wider municipality as of 2020) is the 6th largest municipality in the state of Jalisco. It was named Villa Santa Maria de los Lagos by its founder Don Hernando Martel in 1563, and became known as the "Athens of Jalisco" due to the abundance of writers and poets from here. It was renamed after a Mexican War of Independence hero and later featured in the Cristero War, which was a battle over religious power in Mexico.

### Climate

Winters are mild with an average maximum temperature of 23 °C (73.4 °F) in January although nighttime temperatures are often cold, with an average minimum temperature of 3 °C (37.4 °F). Many days are sunny, averaging around 15-19 clear days per month and precipitation is low. Nighttime temperatures regularly fall below 0 °C (32.0 °F) but extended periods of frost are rare.
The Bajio's two main seasons are the wet season and the dry season. The wet season, which runs from June to October sees an increase in precipitation and humidity with July and August being the wettest months.

## Get in

Despite being in Jalisco, it's only about an hour from Guanajuato's largest city, Leon, but 2½ hours from Guadalajara, using the toll system. Bus service by Primera Plus and others happens at this station:
* 21.35821-101.924531 Primera Plus Lagos de Moreno (Central Camionera de Lagos), Padre Torres 380, ☏ +52 477 710 0060. Small bus station with waiting area and rustic bathrooms. (updated Dec 2020)
The nearest airport, Del Bajio International Airport (BJX), is located near Silao, Guanajuato, an hour's drive away.

## See

* 21.35493-101.930491 Jardín de Los Constituyentes (Lagos de Moreno Main Square), C. Miguel Leandro Guerra 439. (updated Dec 2020)
* 21.35552-101.930712 Parroquia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción (Parish of Our Lady of the Assumption), Calle Miguel Hidalgo. Twin-towered cathedral dating back to 1741 with Baroque and Churrigueresque elements that houses the relics of Saint Hermion, a saint from ancient Rome who died during the persecutions of Emperor Diocletian. Also on site is the Museo de Arto Sacro. (updated Dec 2020)
* 21.36189-101.934913 Templo el Calvario, Cometa Poniente, ☏ +52 474 742 0364. Unique architecture and city views. See the Order of the Capuchinas. Rompope drink available for purchase. (updated Dec 2020)
* 21.35636-101.931094 Teatro Jose Rosas Moreno, Calle Jose Rosas Moreno 320, ☏ +52 474 742 3667. 19th-century theater with mural on ceiling. (updated Dec 2020)

## Do

* 21.4209-101.90671 Cabalgatas Las Haciendas, ☏ +52 477 449 8818. Horseback riding outfitter. (updated Dec 2020)

## Buy

* 21.357799-101.932821 Mercado Municipal Francisco González León, Calle 5 de Mayo 430-C, Centro. Daily 07:00 - 17:00. The town's traditional marketplace is a bustling area where food growers bring produce to sell and local cooks prepare regional dishes that they sell at low prices. The marketplace is a good choice for breakfast in the morning or for an affordable plate of birria for lunch. M$100. (updated Dec 2024)

## Eat

* 21.35475-101.93141 La Rinconada, Calle Constituyentes 425, ☏ +52 474 742 3404. Daily 08ː00-22ː00. Some good authentic cutlet and other local food here. (updated Dec 2020)
* 21.354461-101.9305882 Santo Remedio, Dr. Mariano Azuela 345, Centro, ☏ +52 474 741 7750. M-Sa 09:00 - 22:00, Su 09:00 - 17:00. Traditional Mexican restaurant serving standard and regional dishes with some American breakfast items. Full bar sering creative cocktails. Friendly waiters, charming colonial style dining room. ME200. (updated Dec 2024)
* 21.349957-101.9433623 Terrescalli, Paseo Lic. Alfonso de Alba 267, Alcaldes, ☏ +52 474 742 0556. Tu-Su 08:00 - 22:00, closed M. Contemporary restaurant with an international menu and a trendy dining room displaying artworks on the wall. Good food but service can be slow. (updated Dec 2024)
* 21.354262-101.9309634 La Finca Del Bife, C. Constituyentes 511, Centro, ☏ +52 474 742 3500. M-Sa 13:00 - 23:00, Su 13:00 - 19:00. Upscale Argentinian steakhouse with large portions, elegant atmosphere, and cordial service. Good wine list including some excellent Argentianan malbecs and some Mexican reds from the Valle de Guadalupe. M$350. (updated Dec 2024)

## Sleep

* 21.35609-101.932781 Casa Marfil: Hostal Boutique, Calle Francisco I. Madero 477, ☏ +52 474 747 0564. Very proper. Breakfast included. M$257. (updated Dec 2020)
* 21.35601-101.930382 La Casona de Teté, Lic. Primo de Verdad y Ramos, 284, ☏ +52 474 742 4034. Very done up boutique hotel in historic center. M$1780. (updated Dec 2020)
* 21.352223-101.9426473 Posada Real, Abraham Vega Aranda 348, Alcaldes, ☏ +52 474 742 2197. Check-in: 15:00, check-out: 12:00. Moderate hotel with clean, comfortable rooms in a quiet location. WiFi available. Off-street parking is available. M$1000. (updated Dec 2024)
* 21.36825-101.9495574 Las Palmas, A Aguascalientes Km 3-No. 1006, Lomas del Valle, ☏ +52 474 742 1100. Check-in: 15:00, check-out: 12:00. Moderate hotel with clean rooms that are minimally furnished and lack heat in winter. Off-street parking available. Surcharge for using credit cards. (updated Dec 2024)

## Go next

* Mazamitla
* San Luis Soyatlán
* Guadalajara