Bar Crawl in Guadalajara downtown

4.9
(8 reviews)

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Learn the history, sample drinks, and taste regional snacks with a local expert. Spend the evening living the experience of “Cantinas”, Mexican bars with a unique mix between the old and the modern, places full of culture and Mexican tradition.

Cantinas emerged in the early twentieth century. On this tour, you will walk through the historic center and visit the bars frequented by the locals.

“Cantinas” are well known for their friendly and lively atmosphere. An essential tour if you want to discover Guadalajara and have fun with the locals.

Benefits:
•Small Group
•Expert local guide
•Drinks and snacks included

Itinerary:
- Meet your host at the entrance of the Degollado Theater.
- Walk to the cantinas with brief stops to learn about the local history.
- Step inside two historic cantinas in the city center.
- Sip drinks and sample snacks while enjoying the atmosphere with locals.
- Conclude by toasting to the delicious food and drinks you sampled.

What's Included

Local snacks in each bar
Bottled water
Beer, Tequila or Cocktail (3 drinks in total)
Knowledgeable Local Guide
Dinner

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet outside the Degollado Theater on the right side, next to some red umbrellas.

End point

The tour ends at the Cantina La Occidental in the historic center of Guadalajara.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    One of the architectural neoclassical jewels of Guadalajara. It was founded in 1866 during the Reform War by General Santos Degollado.

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    The largest and busiest square in the historic center of Guadalajara was built in the 1940s thanks to Governor Gonzalez Gallo and designed by the Guadalajara architect Ignacio Díaz Morales. Commemorates the liberator of Mexico, Miguel Hidalgo.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Visit and enjoy the atmosphere of the most emblematic bar in Guadalajara, with more than 100 years of history, founded in 1921.

    45 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4

    The Plaza de Armas was founded in 1561 during the colonial era. Today, in the center of the square, there is a French-style gazebo brought from Paris, France, in 1910 by direct order of President Porfirio Díaz.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    The square of the two temples was an old Franciscan monastery founded in 1540. Unfortunately, during the reform war in 1859, it was bombed and destroyed. The two temples that were inside the monastery are preserved.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    The neighborhood of the 9 corners is one of the oldest in the center, founded by indigenous and mestizo communities. It became famous for the "Birria," a goat stew that is a tradition in Guadalajara. There is the last Cantina of the tour.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    A Traditional bar with a more modern and youthful touch is located in the classic neighborhood of the 9 esquinas.

    45 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • 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
Supplied by Jalisco Trip Tours

Tags

Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Nightlife
Small Group
Food & Drink
Spring Break

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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