natural wonder
Peña de Bernal
One of the world's tallest monoliths, a 350-m volcanic rock towering over the pastel lanes of the magic town of Bernal: a favourite weekend drive from Querétaro and Mexico City.
47 km · about 55 min drive
North AmericaMexicoQuerétaro
San José el Alto
Querétaro, Mexico · North America
About San José el Alto
San José el Alto sits on the route: 10 minutes from Sergio Villaseñor, 47km from Peña de Bernal.
San José el Alto is in Querétaro, Mexico, with about 14,000 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Sergio Villaseñor, about 4 km away.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near San José el Alto?
Within an hour or so of San José el Alto: Peña de Bernal (47 km), San Miguel de Allende (48 km).
Are there any good drives near San José el Alto?
The nearest famous roads are Sierra Gorda Biosphere Reserve.
Where is San José el Alto?
San José el Alto is in Querétaro, Mexico, about 4 km from Sergio Villaseñor.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 14,094
- Continent
- North America
- Country
- Mexico
- Region
- Querétaro
- Timezone
- America/Mexico_City
- Coordinates
- 20.6534, -100.3822
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in Mexico
Green Angels (free tourist roadside assistance on federal highways): 078.
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Worth the detour from San José el Alto
2 notable places 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.
48 km · about 55 min drive
When to drive here
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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