PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
C
Destinations
Home›Destinations›Celaya
North AmericaMexicoGuanajuato

Celaya

Guanajuato, Mexico · North America

About Celaya

Celaya sits on the route: 10 minutes from Primera Fracción de Crespo, 44km from San Miguel de Allende.

Celaya is a city located in Guanajuato, Mexico. With a population of 340,387, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Celaya sits in Mexico, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Mexico City time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Celaya to your route.

About Celaya

Celaya (Spanish pronunciation: [seˈlaja] ; Otomi: Ndathi) is a city and its surrounding municipality in the state of Guanajuato, Mexico, located in the southeast quadrant of the state. It is the third most populous city in the state, with a 2005 census population of 310,413. The municipality for which the city serves

Read more as municipal seat, had a population of 415,869. The city is located in the geographic center of the municipality, which has an areal extent of 553.1 km2 (213.6 sq mi) and includes many smaller outlying communities, the largest of which are San Miguel Octopan, Rincón de Tamayo and San Juan de la Vega. There are many smaller towns around Celaya including Rincón de Tamayo, Tarimoro, Villagrán, La Moncada, Panales Jamaica (Cañones), Panales Galera, La Calera, La Estancia, La Noria, Los Fierros, El Acebuche, Cacalote, and Charco Largo. It is also not far away from Cortazar, Salamanca, Salvatierra, Apaseo el Grande, Querétaro City and among others. The city was founded in 1570 as Villa de la Purisíma Concepción de Zalaya. The word Zalaya is of Basque origin and means "Flat Land".

Read more on Wikipedia

Where to Stay in Celaya

Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.

Filter presets

Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.

Booking.comExpediaTripAdvisorHotels.comAgodaAirbnb

Compare before you book!

Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Celaya.

Explore the Area

Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Celaya.

Loading map...
Open in Google Maps

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in Celaya?

Celaya offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

How do I plan a road trip to Celaya?

Plan your road trip to Celaya with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Celaya as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Where is Celaya located?

Celaya is located in Guanajuato, Mexico, North America. The coordinates are 20.5218 latitude, -100.8140 longitude.

What is the population of Celaya?

Celaya has a population of approximately 340,387 people, making it a city in Mexico.

Plan a Road Trip

Add to your itinerary

Start planning your road trip with Celaya as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Start Road Trip

What's Nearby?

Discover destinations like Tinder

Swipe through stunning destinations near Celaya. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.

Explore now

Quick Information

Population
340,387
Continent
North America
Country
Mexico
Region
Guanajuato
Timezone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
20.5218, -100.8140

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Mexico

Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

Green Angels (free tourist roadside assistance on federal highways): 078.

Full driving guide for Mexico

Tags

North AmericaMexicoGuanajuatoCity

Worth the detour from Celaya

1 notable place within an hour's drive.

landmark

San Miguel de Allende

A beautifully preserved colonial town renowned for its baroque Spanish architecture, thriving arts scene, and the iconic pink Parroquia church.

44 km · about 50 min drive

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Celaya.

Primera Fracción de Crespo

🇲🇽 Mexico

5 km awayPop. 3,062

La Laja

🇲🇽 Mexico

5 km awayPop. 2,075

Estrada

🇲🇽 Mexico

5 km awayPop. 1,715

La Trinidad

🇲🇽 Mexico

6 km awayPop. 1,065

Santa Anita

🇲🇽 Mexico

6 km awayPop. 1,374

Los Mancera

🇲🇽 Mexico

6 km awayPop. 1,291

El Puesto

🇲🇽 Mexico

6 km awayPop. 1,249

Colonia Pedro María Anaya

🇲🇽 Mexico

7 km awayPop. 1,543

Plan a trip around Celaya

North America road trip planner

Plan a Road Trip from Celaya

Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.

Start Planning
PYRT

The ultimate road trip planning platform. Discover 150,000+ destinations worldwide, plan scenic routes, and create unforgettable adventures.

Inspiration

  • Discover Trips
  • Travel Guides
  • Community

The Product

  • Calendar Planner
  • Integrations
  • How It Works
  • Collaboration Mode
  • Get the App
  • Merchandise: PYRT Supply Co.
  • Become a Creator
  • Trip Marketplace

Plan Your Trip

  • Road Trip Planner
  • Famous Routes
  • Planners by Country
  • Best Road Trip Planner App
  • Discover Road Trips
  • Events
  • Travel Guides
  • How It Works
  • My Trips
  • Community Groups

Company

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Support
  • Contact Us
  • Sign In
  • Create Account

© 2026 Plan Your Road Trips. All rights reserved.

•[email protected]
Data sources:GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)•Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)•Mapbox•Photography: George Lawrence