A-List travel advisor Zach Rabinor shares his tips for a perfect vacation in the city.

After countless trips to San Miguel, here are my 12 top tips for maximizing your visit.

At sunset, the heartfelt croons of mariachis fill the main square.

Looking into the bar of Casa Dragones

Sit down for an intimate tasting at small-batch tequila producer Casa Dragones, in San Miguel de Allende.Credit:Courtesy of Casa Dragones

Or, shake up the dynamic with mixology tastings and classes atBekeborHotel Matilda’s Monkey Bar.

Sit down for the gourmet lunch and wine pairing with beautiful landscape views.

San Miguel’s rooftop bars are a must for sunset drinks: tryTrazo 1810for 360-degree panoramas views.

People walking around the main square of San Miguel de Allende by Parroquia

In San Miguel, a top pedestrian destination is the Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel, the city’s famous cathedral.Anna Haines/Travel + Leisure

Ourlong weekend escape itinerarycan give you some ideas.

Zachary Rabinoris a member of Travel + Leisure’s A-List of travel advisors and creates custom trips across Mexico.

Mariachi band in front of cathedral

A mariachi band performs on the steps of Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel cathedral.Jeremy Woodhouse/Getty Images

Ornate handcrafted metal hearts for sale in a shop in the city center of San Miguel de Allende..

Ornate “burning hearts” are a popular motif in San Miguel de Allende.Jason Gallant/Getty Images

Aerial view of Cuna de Tierra vineyard

Cuna de Tierra vineyard is a 40-minute drive from the city center of San Miguel de Allende.Courtesy of Cuna de Tierra

Mojiganga at the festival of Valle del Maiz in San Miguel de Allende

Mojiganga puppets at the Valle del Maiz festival, in San Miguel de Allende.Kobby Dagan/VW Pics/Universal Images Group via Getty Images