Venue & Travel

MICAI 2025 Venue

División de Ciencias Económico-Administrativas (DCEA)
Fraccionamiento 1, Col. El Establo S/N C.P. 36250, Guanajuato, Gto.

Holiday Inn Express Guanajuato
Blvd. Euquerio Guerrero : 120, Burocrata, 36250 Guanajuato, Gto.

MICAI 2025 Tours

Tours during MICAI

Explore its colorful streets, plazas, and historic landmarks by day, and join a lively callejoneada by night, where music and laughter fill the alleys. Every corner tells a story, every song brings the city to life.

Callejoneadas

Tuesday 4 | 20:00H – 22:00H

Join one of Guanajuato’s famous callejoneadas, walking serenades full of laughter, stories, and live music! Follow the estudiantina through the maze of colorful alleys, sing your heart out, and discover why this nighttime adventure is one of the city’s most unforgettable traditions.

Limited availability for those who registered first

Limited for the first 50 bookings

Guanajuato City Tour

Saturday 8 | 10:00H – 17:00H

Mummy museum, the Pipila monument, Ancient Zone and Tunnels, landscape city views, and La Valenciana zone (mines, Galeras de la Santa Inquisición museum, and tasting of typical sweets).

Limited availability for those who registered first

Extra fee of 350 MXN (21 USD)

About Guanajuato

Travel Information

Guanajuato is a charming, walkable city nestled in a narrow valley in central Mexico. Known for its vibrant colors, colonial architecture, and underground roadways, it’s one of Mexico’s most photogenic cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Weather in November: Mild and sunny during the day (20–25°C / 68–77°F), cooler at night (10–12°C / 50–54°F). Bring layers.
Language: Spanish is the main language, but many people working in tourism speak some English.
Currency: Mexican Peso (MXN). Credit/debit cards are accepted in most places, but cash is useful for small vendors or local transport.

Airport Information

You can fly into Guanajuato International Airport (BJX), located about 45 minutes from the venue. The airport has direct flights from Houston, LAX, Dallas/Fort Worth, and other major cities, so you likely will not need a layover in Mexico City.

Ground transportation options from the airport:

Taxis and rideshare apps like Uber are available.
Private transfers can be arranged through your hotel.
Some hotels may offer shuttle services—check ahead.

Tourism

If you have time before or after the conference, consider exploring.

A hub for culture lovers, Guanajuato offers world-class museums, lively music in the plazas, and a deep connection to Mexico’s literary and artistic heritage. Visitors can explore, climb to panoramic viewpoints, or simply get lost in the magic of its colonial charm.

Callejoneadas

Join one of the city’s famous walking serenades with live music through narrow alleys.

Mummy Museum

Guanajuato’s famous and eerie collection of naturally mummified remains.

Teatro Juárez

An ornate 19th-century theater that often hosts live performances.

Funicular + El Pípila Monument

Ride the funicular to El Pípila for the best panoramic views of the city.

Historic mines

Explore historic silver mines that shaped Guanajuato’s colonial past.

Día de Muertos: Nov. 1–2

If you arrive before the conference, you’ll experience Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead), one of Mexico’s most important cultural celebrations. Altars and ofrendas around town. Special food like pan de muerto. A unique and heartfelt experience celebrating life and memory

Places to stay during MICAI 2025

Here are some nearby hotel options to make your visit to Guanajuato comfortable and convenient. We’ve gathered locations with easy access to the conference venues.

For reservation and preferential rates, please mention that you are attending events at CIMAT.