History & Muralism: Guadalajara Walking Tour
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
Description
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Plaza de Armas, Plaza Colon Zona Centro, Guadalajara 44100 Mexico
Surrounded by the most important buildings in the historic center, it is the oldest square in the city founded in the 16th century
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Parroquia El Sagrario Metropolitano, C. Morelos 348, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
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.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Guadalajara Cathedral, Av Alcalde 10 Zona Centro, Guadalajara 44100 Mexico
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.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Rotonda de Los Jaliscienses Ilustres, Alcalde @ Hidalgo, Guadalajara Mexico
Neo-classical style monument dedicated to the most important men and women in the history of Jalisco.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Palacio Municipal de Guadalajara, Av. Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla 400, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
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.
Stop At: Palacio de Gobierno del Estado de Jalisco, Avenida Independencia Ote. 502 Zona Centro, Guadalajara 44100 Mexico
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**
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Plaza de la Liberacion, Guadalajara Mexico
Plaza dedicated to the independence of Mexico, built in the 50s.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Teatro Degollado, Av. Hidalgo y Morelos Zona Centro, Guadalajara 44100 Mexico
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**
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Plaza Fundadores, Paseo Collado s/n Zona Centro, Guadalajara 44100 Mexico
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.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Plaza Tapatia, Avenida Hidalgo y Morelos Zona Centro, Guadalajara 44100 Mexico
Built in the 70s, it is the largest and newest square in the historic center, dedicated to commerce and the sale of handicrafts
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Hospicio Cabañas, C. Cabañas 8, Las Fresas, 44360 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mercado Libertad, Javier Mina y Calzada Independencia, Guadalajara 44100 Mexico
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Inclusions
- Entrance ticket to the Cabañas Museum
- Entry/Admission - Parroquia El Sagrario Metropolitano
- Entry/Admission - Palacio de Gobierno del Estado de Jalisco
- Entry/Admission - Teatro Degollado
- Entry/Admission - Guadalajara Cathedral
- Entry/Admission - Hospicio Cabañas
- Entry/Admission - Mercado Libertad
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- We comply with all the requirements established by the local government
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
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Cancellation
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