Location: Guadalajara
Top Things to do in Guadalajara
Top Restaurants in Guadalajara
Top 10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Guadalajara, Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
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. Calle Independencia
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4.5 based on 100 reviews
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!
2. Plaza de Armas
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4.5 based on 127 reviews
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).
3. Plaza de los Laureles
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
This downtown plaza is named for its abundance of Indian laurel trees.
4. Plaza de la Liberacion
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4.5 based on 278 reviews
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.
5. Glorieta Chapalita
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4.5 based on 190 reviews
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.
6. Nueve Esquinas
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4.5 based on 168 reviews
This plaza connects nine streets and offers many fine restaurants.
7. La Sala de los Magos y los Magos Universales
8. Plaza Fundadores
9. Rincon del Diablo
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 5 reviews
