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Guadalajara, Zapopan & Tlaquepaque One Day Tour
This tour is for the traveler that has only one day to see all the sites that Guadalajara metropolitan area has to offer. We will begin the tour in Zapopan Centro Historico, then go to Guadalajara Centro Historico and, lastly, to Pueblo Magico, Tlaquepaque!! You will explore and learn how these three cities have always been connected throughout the history of Jalisco. Join me for a three-city cultural experience in one day!
Meeting Point
I will pick you up at your hotel/Airbnb
I pick you up at your hotel/ Airbnb
Arcos of Zapopan
These are the gateways to the Centro Historico of Zapopan and represent Mexican Folklore. The building dates from 1982 to commemorate the 400 years of the founding of the city. Its architecture is colonial style and measures more than 20 meters high, it also has various sculptures, vase auctions, an eagle, reliefs, and different symbols that portray the history and traditions of Zapopan.
Museo de Arte Zapopan
This is a museum of the contemporary art of Zapopan and hosts exhibitions of local artists.
Basilica de Nuestra Señora de Zapopan
Basilica built-in 1690-1730 and is the religious center for catholicism in Zapopan and also home to the icon La virgin de Zapopan.
Parroquia de San Pedro Apostol
This neo-classical parish dates to 1600 and is part of the religious complex of Zapopan.
Palacio Municipal de Zapopan
This building was built in 1942 and houses murals of the history of Zapopan and was the administrative office of the mayor of the city.
Drive to Guadalajara Centro Historico
Plaza Fundadores
The historic spot where the Spaniards founded the city of Guadalajara in 1541
Cathedral of Guadalajara
The cathedral is the symbol of the city and is still used as a house of worship, full of saints, crypts, and lovely architecture.
Palacio municipal of Guadalajara
The building houses the city government, the mayor's office, and great murals of Guadalajara.
Rotunda de las y los Jalisciences Ilustres
Monument to the people who made Guadalajara the city it is today.
Palacio de Gobierno de Estado de Jalisco
This building has played an important role in the history of Mexico and was once the headquarters of the federal governement.
Teatro Degollado
The beautiful theater built in the mid-19 century that is an icon of the city.
Temple of St. augustine
Ancient convent built in the 16th century. one of the oldest religious buildings of Guadalajara
Hospicio Cabañas Museum
This former orphanage is now a museum and World Heritage site.
Mercado San juan de Dios
The biggest indoor market in Latin America.
Plaza de Los Mariachi
The public square where mariachi hang out, and wait to get contracted for parties.
Drive to Tlaquepaque historical center
Centro Cultural El Refugio
Orphanage and hospital for the poor people built in the 17th century. Central to the history of Tlaquepaque.
Parroquia San Pedro Apostol
Old Parish built in the 17th century and with lots of history.
Santuario Nuestra Señora de la soledad
Beautiful minor basilica in the middle of Tlaquepaque centro.
Jardin Hidalgo
The public square is where people hang out and eat and dance.
El Parian
The oldest and biggest cantina according to Guinness. Now a place of restaurants and mariachi music.
Museo Regional de la Ceramica
The premier museum that highlights the ceramic Arts of Tlaquepaque
Ending Point
I will drive you back to your hotel/Airbnb.
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee, transportation, Mexican ice cream, bottled water
Lunch at a restaurant
personal items to buy
Tour Important Information
This is a walking tour of all the historic monuments and places that have defined the city of Guadalajara and shaped its culture. we will drive to one municipality to another and explore the old historic centers.
Important message from the guide
I am available any day as long as I am noticed days in advance to program the date in my calender. I can do a minimun of 4 people per tour, 4 people or less.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
