The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Guadalajara, Guadalajara Metropolitan Area

September 3, 2021 Chanda Heide

The inland city of Guadalajara is bursting with history and culture. Many attractions are in the city's historic center and in the neighboring city of Zapopan. Museums, parks and churches flourish alongside bullfights, rodeos and soccer (futbol). Nearby are the towns of Tequila, where the liquor of the same name is produced, and Tlaquepaque and Tonala, where artisans create an abundance of Mexican handicrafts. Mariachi, which originated in the area, is a common sight and sound in Guadalajara.
Restaurants in Guadalajara

1. Templo Expiatorio del Santisimo Sacramento

Calle Lopez Cotilla 935 Zona Centro, Guadalajara 44100 Mexico +52 33 3825 3410 http://arquidiocesisgdl.org/boletin/2019-4-7.php
Excellent
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5.0 based on 1,346 reviews

Templo Expiatorio del Santisimo Sacramento

Reviewed By mpn7330 - Portland, United States

Beautiful neo-gothic cathedral. Reputably the best example in Mexico. It’s a pleasant walk from the cathedral Guadalajara. Lovely square in front. Even though it says closed on Saturday, it was open to look in.

2. Teatro Degollado

Av. Hidalgo y Morelos Zona Centro, Guadalajara 44100 Mexico 52-3-6131115 http://es-la.facebook.com/TeatroDegollado
Excellent
74%
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4.5 based on 1,460 reviews

Teatro Degollado

Opened in 1886, this large neo-Classical building is home to the city's opera and orchestra.

Reviewed By devola1 - Chicago, United States

I’m staying near the Teatro Degollado and I walked past it a few times. This morning was quiet and cool and I stopped at the small cafe for breakfast. The server was very nice and polite, considering my terribly limited Spanish. The food was delicious. I recommend the chilaquiles rojo with an iced coffee. Sitting beside the old and beautiful architecture, feeling the breeze, watching couples and families and performers film and take pictures (it’s a very photogenic plaza and a lot of ppl were taking advantage of that) was a great way to start my day.

3. Calle Independencia

Guadalajara Mexico
Excellent
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4.5 based on 100 reviews

Calle Independencia

A popular shopping strip in Tlaquepaque, a tiny suburb on the outskirts of Guadalajara.

Reviewed By Sally_EP

Great place to enjoy Mexican food and shopping. Calle Independencia in the artists' neighborhood of Tlaquepaque is closed to vehicles and serves as an outdoor pedestrian mall. There are numerous craft shops, restaurants, and fine art galleries. Lovely Mexican handicrafts and food. There are also street performers. Nice place for visitors to stroll and appreciate this lovely Guadalajara neighborhood. The area is also known for mariachis and Day of the Dead festivities. I did my Christmas shopping!

4. Palacio de Gobierno del Estado de Jalisco

Avenida Independencia Ote. 502 Zona Centro, Guadalajara 44100 Mexico +52 33 3668 1825 https://info.jalisco.gob.mx/bsearch?b=government+building
Excellent
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4.5 based on 451 reviews

Palacio de Gobierno del Estado de Jalisco

This 18th-century government building, which served as the headquarters of the Juarez administration in 1858, contains a number of the famous murals by Jose Clemente Orozco.

Reviewed By LAJFJ2 - Los Angeles, United States

When we were being taken on a tour of the city, we stopped in this building to see some murals. While going up a staircase a mural will meet you face to face. Was very powerful and moving. I recommend that you hire a local tour guide to introduce you to the beautiful murals of this city.

5. Plaza de Armas

Plaza Colon Zona Centro, Guadalajara 44100 Mexico http://www.visitguadalajara.com/plaza-de-armas
Excellent
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4.5 based on 127 reviews

Plaza de Armas

This traditional plaza has frequent free evening concerts and is always filled with a variety of amateur musicians.

Reviewed By pulcino3

A true "agora", where both locals and tourists gather, whether it's gazing at the old architectural treasures of Guadalajara's historic center, or just people watching. There are entertainers, and food vendors around, lots of restaurants, and only a few benches to rest for free (there should be more).

6. Plaza de la Liberacion

Guadalajara Mexico
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4.5 based on 278 reviews

Plaza de la Liberacion

This always busy downtown plaza lies at the heart of the city's historic district.

Reviewed By GoofyGiddyGroovin - San Francisco, United States

My friend and I hired a local, English speaking, guide to walk us around the Centro Historico area. Knowing the history of Guadalajara made this plaza much more interesting than just walking through it. I also enjoyed sitting in a cafe drinking coffee and people watch. I've been to Guadalajara several times and I always enjoy seeing what events, activities and programs they have going on in the plaza.

7. Basilica de Zapopan

Av Hidalgo at Calle Morelos Zapopan, Jal., Guadalajara 45100 Mexico 52-3-6330141 http://peregrinozapopano.blogspot.mx
Excellent
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4.5 based on 441 reviews

Basilica de Zapopan

This beautifully ornate church, built in 1690, is one of the city's oldest structures.

Reviewed By GoofyGiddyGroovin - San Francisco, United States

Zapopan is a small gem in the middle of Guadalajara. It's small and quaint. I wish I had had more time to explore this area. I'm looking forward to going back and eat in one of the many restaurants and look at the shops. I was so taken with this area I'm going to book a hotel here next time I visit Guadalajara.

8. Glorieta Chapalita

Avenida Guadalupe y Avenida de las Rosas Chapalita, Guadalajara 45040 Mexico http://www.glorietachapalita.com/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 190 reviews

Glorieta Chapalita

This square is surrounded by interesting restaurants and is a nice place to relax.

Reviewed By TeacherAme - McAllen, United States

On Sunday afternoons-early evening if you visit the glorieta Chapalita you can find paintings and all types of stone for your stone collection.

9. Hacienda Santa Lucia

Juan Manuel Rubalcava, 139 Carretera Tesistán, Guadalajara Mexico +52 33 3897 0788 http://www.haciendasantalucia.com.mx/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 13 reviews

Hacienda Santa Lucia

To learn about life on a 17th-century hacienda, take a tour of this large estate.

10. Templo de San Agustin

Calle J 30-2, Coapa, Alianza popular revolucionaria Zona Centro, Guadalajara 44100 Mexico +52 33 3614 5365
Excellent
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4.5 based on 41 reviews

Templo de San Agustin

This baroque-style structure was originally built as part of a convent.

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