Overview
Arandas is a key stop on the Los Altos Tequila Trail, offering visitors the chance to tour smaller artesanal distilleries that use traditional methods dating back generations. The town sits at 2,061 meters elevation in the mountains surrounding the Tequila Valley, providing a cooler climate than the lowland agave fields.
Architecture · Day Trips · Festivals · History
Before you go
Culture
Arandas is part of a UNESCO World Heritage site encompassing the Tequila Valley, Highland towns, and agave fields dating back 2,000 years.
Money
Mexico uses Mexican Pesos (M$). ATMs are available in town. Many smaller establishments may be cash-only.
Transport
Central de Autobuses Arandas serves Coordinados and Primera Plus buses. Taxis and local collective taxis (colectivos) provide local transportation.
Weather
At 2,061 meters elevation, Arandas enjoys a temperate mountain climate cooler than the surrounding valleys. Best visited November through April.