Things to do in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area, Guadalajara Metropolitan Area: The Best Sightseeing Tours

Enjoy the architectural beauty and the historical and cultural significance of Guadalajara as you learn about Orozco and his murals on this half-day tour. Your tour includes transport and a professional guide. A maximum of 6 people per booking

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Visit two ancient towns, both dedicated to the making of arts & crafts and full of stories to tell. Begin your tour visiting Tonala with its rustic atmosphere. A visit to City Hall will help you learn about the history of the Tonaltecas as you see the colorful murals decorating the walls. Visit a workshop to admire the talent and creativity of the artisans. Continue to Tlaquepaque, where lovely old mansions are now shops and galleries. The tour includes a guided walk to see the monument of Hidalgo, the Historic House, the Ceramic Museum (closed on Mondays) the main plaza and the world famous Parian.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Professional local tour guide, One refreshing drink (non-alcoholic), Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Lunch or food (we will recommend restaurants), Gratuities

Tour the Tequila Valley and its craft distilleries hosted by an expert in agave distillates. Discover the true story behind Tequila while enjoying high-quality premium distillates. In this full-day unique, educational, and fun experience, you will visit places that are managed 100% by local Mexican families who make their products with great passion and dedication. You will visit the magical towns of El Arenal, Amatitán, and Tequila, which belong to the tequila route declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2006. You could also appreciate the incredible agave fields where you will learn everything related to the raw material of the Tequila. If you want to visit some of the large producers like Herradura, José Cuervo, or Casa Sauza we can take you there depending on the availability (entrance ticket not included). This experience is dedicated to anyone looking for something different, authentic, local, and personalized. We adapt according to your time and interests.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water, Unlimited Premium Tequila Tastings, Mexican snacks during the tour, Soda or mineral water

Exclusions: Lunch

The largest natural lake in all of Mexico, enjoy its nature, its beautiful landscapes all over the riverbank and its excellent climate. Admire the most extraordinary landscapes, enjoy the traditional cuisine of the region, the famous typical sweets and their delicious “snows of carafe”. The shore of Lake Chapala awaits you with its excellent climate and its natural reserves of flora and fauna.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Travel insurance

Exclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Gratuities

My name is Diego. I have a bachelor's degree in tourism and a master in social studies from the University of Guadalajara. I created this tour to introduce visitors to the history, culture and architecture of Guadalajara, my home city. Walking in the city's historic barrios, plazas and markets, you will discover its unique personality while learning how historical events have shaped its urban and social landscape throughout the centuries. You will also discover Guadalajara's fundamental landmarks, including: 1. The Cathedral 2. Hospicio Cabañas (home to the murals of Jose Clemente Orozco) 3. Mercado Libertad (the biggest indoor market in Latin America) 4. Chapultepec cultural corridor. Whether a family with children, a couple, a group of friends or a solo traveler, my tours are highly flexible/adaptable to meet your specific interests. By the end of our private walking tour (no groups!), you will have a wider understanding of Guadalajara and Mexico's past and present.

Inclusions: My services as a guide

Exclusions: Snacks and water

In this private food experience you will visit 2 traditional, working-class markets to taste Guadalajara's most emblematic dishes: 1. Tacos de Barbacoa: shredded beef tacos with a unique mix of spices, 2. Torta ahogada: Mexico’s version of pulled pork, served in a salsa-drowned crispy sandwich, 3. Birria: a juicy and delicious hearty goat stew. Served with hand-made tortillas, lime, onions, salsa. Our experience will begin in San Juan de Dios, the biggest indoor market in Latin America and the ultimate food and shopping paradise! Here we will visit a taco stand that I’ve known since childhood to try barbacoa. We'll also try tortas ahogadas at the market's most traditional stand. Then we will visit Mercado Corona to taste the seasonal food products. As we explore, I will explain the origins of Mexican cuisine and the city's history. We will also admire the Cathedral and its surrounding landmarks. Finally, we will visit the 19th-century neighbourhood of Nueve Esquinas to try birria.

Inclusions: My services as a guide

Exclusions: Food NOT included. Please bring $200 mexican pesos in cash per person.

Discover the City of Roses, know its attractions accompanied by a professional tourism guide that shows you the traditions, culture, secrets and legends. We will know the Historic Center and other places with neo-Gothic and classical and neoclassical style. Enjoy the beauty of Guadalajara, capital of Jalisco. This experience will convey the history of interesting places, monuments and colonial buildings of great architectural wealth. We stop at one of the most beautiful churches of the Tapatia Pearl: The Expiatory, where after a review of the history we will know its interior. Have fun in the pariah of the new Magic Town of Tlaquepaque, place of beautiful crafts, galleries and restaurants, buy traditional souvenirs from the region

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Travel insurance

Exclusions: Breakfast, Gratuities, Lunch

In this private cultural experience you will discover two authentically Mexican artistic enclaves. First, we will visit the traditional, working-class neighborhood of Tonalá, home to a broad diversity of affordable artisanal goods such as pottery, blown glass, ironwork, wooden furniture, indigenous handicrafts and more! Then I will take you behind the scenes to a family-owned workshop to observe the most refined ceramic techniques. We will also visit the municipal market to taste some of the region’s food products while engaging with the local community. At noon we will visit Tlaquepaque. We'll walk in the Independencia Cultural Corridor: a charming cobblestone street lined up with tens of local boutiques, museums, markets, workshops and art galleries! Lastly, we will taste the local cuisine as we listen to live mariachi music and drink tequila cocktails in El Parian! As we walk and explore both towns, you will gain a deeper understanding of Mexico's artistic culture.

Inclusions: Private transportation, My services as a local guide

Exclusions: Meals, snacks, drinks are not included.

Explore Guadalajara on a half-day tour that includes a city tour and drinks. - Take the views from several overlooks around Guadalajara, see the picturesque churches, and stop at the street strolls to sample some of the local products. - Stroll around the local market with our expert guide. - Stop at the most interesting places to see the beautiful architecture and hear the story behind it. On this tour, we'll trace the history of Guadalajara. We'll visit a number of key sites. We'll also take in some famous Mexican murals created by Orozco and his contemporaries—depictions of the events that have shaped the city that is integral to understanding the contemporary Mexican identity. As the benefit of walking around the city center, we will talk about elegant colonial buildings, show you the best design studios, restaurants, cafes so you can enjoy your stay in Guadalajara. You can customize your tour and book a 4 or 6 hours private tour

Inclusions: Bilingual guide, Private small group tour, We will offer one local alcoholic drink or non alcoholic drink during the tour

Exclusions: Gratuities

A bike tour is a great way to get to know the city, and understand how the city works from a unique perspective. Our tourguides are knowledgeable and flexible, so if you have any specific interests, do not hesitate to ask your guide, so we can tailor your experience to your likes and interests. The tour gives you a bit of healthy excercise, but is fun for beginners as well as for experienced bikers. Hope to see you soon!

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Helmet and Safety Vest, Bottled water, Try a local specialty.

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