San José de Gracia is a Magical Town full of history, tradition, and pride.
The city was founded by the native Chichimecas, and bases its traditions in religion and in the unity of its people.
Its green fields and beautiful landscapes will make your stay here unforgettable.
Located only 57 kilometers (35.
4 miles) from the city of Aguascalientes, San José de Gracia has great demand in terms of religious tourism, especially during Easter, and during the celebration of the Feast of the Holy Patron José de Gracia, which takes place on January 6.
San José de Gracia also offers another great attraction: ecotourism.
Here you can visit the first hydraulic project created in Mexico, the Elias Calles Dam, named after the Mexican President.
Its height and vistas make it worth a visit.
You can also take a walk through the Camp Los Alamitos, where you can enjoy the extraordinary natural beauty.
The food in this town is varied, with many options for regional food, with many of them focused around seafood.
The perfect place to enjoy it is near the dam, where there is a variety of good restaurants with a wonderful view.
Additionally, you can enjoy a variety of corn products, since this town dedicates much of its labor to its production.
Whether you choose a pleasant pontoon ride through the dam, or a tour centered around the indigenous and religious history of the town, what is certain is that San José de Gracia will receive you with open arms.


Wejoytrip recommends
visit the Calles Dam, where you can witness an incredible view of the city.
It has a beach vibe, where you can even ride on horseback.
We recommend visiting the Cristo Roto, emblematic of the city and an integral part of the town’s identity, deeply connected to its religious fervor.
Take a tour of the town and visit the Municipal Palace, the Zaragoza Garden, and the lovely city plaza, where you can feel like one of the locals.
Looking to come close to nature? Visit the Ecological Park Los Alamitos, where you can hike trails, admire nature, or sit down and enjoy a picnic.
You can also even stay in the rural villas of El Mirador, with cabins for up to ten people.
Have your camera ready because you will want to take a lot of pictures! For food, we recommend fish or seafood, as well as some local treats, like pacholas (spiced beef patties), membrillate (quince paste), tinga (chicken in chipotle sauce), and aztec soup.
You can take home with you a special souvenir, especially since in the town there are families exclusively dedicated to arts and crafts centered around charreria and the harvest of corn.
A final stop we recommend is the scenic overlook, where you can take in some stunning vistas of the canyons in the area.
This is a very special vantage point you cannot miss.

Things to see and do
cultural tours, boat rides, hiking, strolls, canyon visits, cabins, cultural and historic sites, horseback riding, festivities.
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