History and Murals: Walking Tour Guadalajara

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3 to 4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Are you looking what to do in Guadalajara? Stroll the historic center hosted by a local expert. Live a one-day cultural experience that will take you through the history, traditions, and ways of life “Tapatíos”.

You will visit the main attractions of the city center: squares, monuments, churches, walkways, colonial buildings, and local craft shops. Appreciate the striking murals of Jose Clemente Orozco, one of the great exponents of Mexican muralism.

After learning the history, and appreciating the architecture and art, we will end up in the Libertad market where you can find dozens of options to try the traditional food and drinks of Jalisco such as tejuino, torta ahogada, and birria.

This is a full immersion tour into the local culture. It is designed to share knowledge and create a social, friendly, and fun atmosphere. An indispensable tour if you have a few days to explore Guadalajara.

Benefits:

• Knowledgeable local guide
• Access to Cabañas Museum
• Small Group Tour

What's Included

Access to Cabañas Museum
Small Group Tour
Knowledgeable Local Guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet in Plaza de Armas at the French-style gazebo/bandstand, just in front of the Palacio de Gobierno next to the Guadalajara Cathedral.

End point

Due to the route, we end up in Mercado Libertad, the largest market in the city and the largest in Latin America of its kind. There you can find traditional local food as well as handicrafts and souvenirs.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Surrounded by the most important buildings in the historic center, it is the oldest square in the city founded in the 16th century

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Inaugurated in 1839, it was the first parish in Guadalajara made of golden quarry with a beautiful neoclassical style. It is one of the architectural jewels of Guadalajara.

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Appreciate the exterior and interior of the bishopric's headquarters. Its construction began in the 16th century and today it is the most important Church in the state of Jalisco and one of the largest in the country.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Neo-classical style monument dedicated to the most important men and women in the history of Jalisco.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The Guadalajara Municipal Palace is a neocolonial-style building built between 1949 and 1952 that is the headquarters of the Municipal Council of the capital of the state of Jalisco.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Inaugurated in 1790 was the Guadalajara Court during the viceregal period, later the military barracks and the seat of the Jalisco congress. In its main staircase, you can appreciate one of the murals of the Jalisciense muralist José Clemente Orozco. **Access to the place is subject to availability according to the indications of the state government**

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 6

    Plaza dedicated to the independence of Mexico, built in the 50s.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Opened in 1866 during the war of reform, it is the most important theater in the city in terms of beauty and acoustics. **Access to the place is subject to availability according to the indications of the state government**

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 8

    The square is dedicated to the foundation of Guadalajara in 1542. You could appreciate a bronze sculpture made by the local artisan Rafael Zamarripa dedicated to the founders.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9

    Built in the 70s, it is the largest and newest square in the historic center, dedicated to commerce and the sale of handicrafts

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10

    In it, you will be able to appreciate the masterpiece of one of the 3 greatest Mexican muralists: José Clemente Orozco. These are 57 fresco murals painted on the walls and domes of the main chapel.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 11

    Visit the largest traditional market in the city and Latin America of its kind. In it, you can find typical food, regional crafts, and souvenirs.

    15 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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
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