Guadalajara City Center Walking Tour
Description
Discover the city known as the “Pearl of the West'' on this magical tour through the heart of Mexico's most emblematic city. Marvel at the colonial buildings that house the majestic murals of world renown artist José Clemente Orozco (a contemporary of Frida Kahlo). Immerse yourself in one of the largest indoor markets in the Americas, San Juan de Dios, with its incredible variety of local products and cuisine. Visit the monuments and government palaces that weave a tapestry of history and folklore, spanning eras from the Spanish Conquistadores to the famous outlaw Pancho Villa. Explore the towering Metropolitan Cathedral and its many mysteries of faith and perseverance throughout the many wars that were waged on this land. Your expert guide will gladly provide you with insights into other places of interest, as well as, local dining and entertainment options.
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Itinerary
Liberation Square The largest public square of the city and a beautiful place to begin our journey through its history.
Monument to the Illustrious Citizens of Jalisco Here we'll pay our respects to the distinguished citizens of Jalisco who have contributed to the benefit of our city, our nation, and our world.
Municipal Palace of Guadalajara Admire the wonderful arquitecture of this functioning City Hall, including the murals that tell the dark story of the founding of the city and the hardships it has endured. (closed on Saturdays, as well as government holidays and special events)
Guadalajara Square Discover the legend of the "Pearl of the West" and learn about a unique Guiness World Record.
Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral de Guadalajara) The mighty towers of the Cathedral have been the symbol the city for generations. Discover the secrets behind it's construction and immerse yourself into the cripts of the holiest of bishops. (entrance is subject to religious holidays)
Battle Square (Plaza de Armas) Learn about the gift from the French Government that caused quite the stir and come face to face with the story of famous Mexican outlaw Pancho Villa.
Governor's Palace An exquisite government building and museum housing several impressive murals by the masterful José Clemente Orozco. (closed on Mondays, government holidays and special events.)
Degollado Theater A luxurious centerpiece of the downtown arquitecture, Mexico's oldest working theater has some legends of its own.
Founders Square Learn about the unlikely link between Valentines Day and the city's founding story.
Devil’s Alley The city's alleyways are ripe with legends of the Spanish Inquisition and nuns who were tempted by dark powers.
Tapatía Square Learn about the endearing term "Tapatía" and admire the monuments that adorn this public square built on a bridge vital to the unification of the city.
San Juan De Dios Market Immerse yourself in one of the biggest indoor markets of Latin America where a variety of exotic products and souvenirs can be found.
Cabañas Cultural Institute Our tour ends on the mighty steps of this world class museum where you will admire a wonderful view of the city skyline, as well as the modern sculptures that can be found in the square.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(263)
Alex was our tour guide. During and even before our tour Alex was very open and knowledgeable about the history of Guadlajara and the competing Mexican identities throughout the years. As we wandered around Guadlajara Alex told us about several of Guadaljara's historic figures, places, and events. Something Alex did a really good job of was making little recommendations as we explored the city, including good tequila stores, drinks, and restaurants. He also made seversl food recommendations, which our group were more than happy to utilize subsequently. We would recommend Alex as a tour guide. He was able and amiable.
Alex was very knowledgeable and personable and took is to all the highlights of the City.
Informative Guadalajara tour
Our guide was very informative and helpful for us to get our bearings in the city!
We were in Guadalajara for a wedding and decided to take a walking tour of the city center. Our guide was Alex. He did a great job of showing us the highlights, the history, and the culture. The Cathedral is beautiful and the San Juan Mercado was huge and very interesting. We learned a lot and thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Our timing was good...the tabachín trees were in full red bloom with a few jacaranda trees still showing their purple flowers
Guadalajara an interesting combination between tradition and modernity. During the visit I was able to observe historical sites, commercial areas and a wide gastronomic offer typical of Jalisco. The experience was pleasant due to the cultural atmosphere and the ease of finding tourist activities in different areas of the city.
Alejandro was very informative and explained very clearly. He explained about the city and history in an interesting and enjoyable way Highly recommend
Fabulous! Guide was super knowledgeable and gave lots of great tips
Very knowledgeable and informative guide for 2 hour walk. Great insights into history. Highly recommended.
So informational. I thoroughly enjoyed this tour and recommend it highly.
