Downtown Guadalajara

Guadalajara

Downtown Guadalajara
Downtown Guadalajara
Biblioteca Octavio Paz showing an administrative buidling, street scenes and a fountain
Downtown Guadalajara
Biblioteca Octavio Paz which includes an administrative buidling, a fountain and heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

Metropolitan Cathedral featuring night scenes, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Guadalajara Cathedral

With its gothic twin spires, this church is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Guadalajara and has a fascinating history.

Guadalajara Cathedral
Degollado Theater

Degollado Theater

Watch contemporary theater or classical ballet at Guadalajara’s neoclassical theater known for its beautiful design and diverse performances.

Degollado Theater
Plaza de Armas showing heritage architecture, a square or plaza and a city

Plaza de Armas

Relax and watch live music in this spacious green plaza in the heart of Guadalajara’s historic center, surrounded by many of the city’s most famous sites.

Plaza de Armas
Palacio de Gobierno featuring a city, a square or plaza and heritage architecture

Palacio de Gobierno

This beautiful 18th-century palace housed the Mexican government for many years. See this historic building where the decree was made to abolish slavery in Mexico.

Palacio de Gobierno
Rotonda de los Hombres Ilustres which includes heritage architecture, a memorial and a park

Rotonda de los Jaliscienses Ilustres

This impressive monument honors distinguished men and women of Jalisco who have made a significant contribution to society during their lives.

Rotonda de los Jaliscienses Ilustres
Biblioteca Octavio Paz which includes interior views and an administrative buidling

Biblioteca Iberoamericana Octavio Paz

Discover an enormous collection of books, admire the remarkable mural and explore the rich history of this 16th-century neoclassical building.

Biblioteca Iberoamericana Octavio Paz

Things to do

Mazamitla tour from Guadalajara with Mundo Aventura

Mazamitla tour from Guadalajara with Mundo Aventura

P2,595
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mazamitla tour from Guadalajara with Mundo Aventura
Guadalajara Private Walking Tour with a Guide

Guadalajara Must-See Attractions Walking Tour with a Guide

P3,486
per adult
Guadalajara Must-See Attractions Walking Tour with a Guide
Group Tour to Tequila Jalisco Pueblo Mágico

Group Tour to Tequila Jalisco Pueblo Mágico

P4,041
per adult
Group Tour to Tequila Jalisco Pueblo Mágico
Guadalajara: Let's go to the Wrestlings!

Guadalajara: Let's go to the Wrestlings!

P4,329
per adult
Guadalajara: Let's go to the Wrestlings!
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Tequila, Lemon and Salt Tour - Visiting Jalisco

P2,487
per adult
Tequila, Lemon and Salt Tour - Visiting Jalisco
Guachimontones and Teuchitlán Guided Group Tour

Group Tour Guachimontones and Teuchitlán

P5,484
per adult
Group Tour Guachimontones and Teuchitlán
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Top hotels in Downtown Guadalajara

Hotel Plaza Genova Centro
Hotel Plaza Genova Centro
3.5 out of 5
Av. Juarez 123 Zona Centro, Guadalajara, JAL
The price is P2,210 per night from Jun 23 to Jun 24
P2,210
P2,651 total
Jun 23 - Jun 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,281 reviews)
"Staff was amazing. Lobby and bar are fine and clean. Room though, falling apart. Paint peeling, mismatched painting and holea filler but not painted, noisy a/c that also didnt cool very well, bulb blown in bathroom. They just need some maintenance team there."

Reviewed on May 31, 2025

Hotel Plaza Genova Centro
Hotel Dali Ejecutivo
Hotel Dali Ejecutivo
3 out of 5
Av. Pedro Moreno N. 570 Col. Centro, Guadalajara, JAL
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,960 reviews)
"Very nice and clean and comfortable very convenient would recommend to my friends and families"

Reviewed on Jun 12, 2025

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Hotel Dali Ejecutivo
DoubleTree by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico
DoubleTree by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico
3.5 out of 5
Colon 73, Guadalajara, JAL
The price is P4,221 per night from Jun 23 to Jun 24
P4,221
P5,065 total
Jun 23 - Jun 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star historic hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,297 reviews)
"I like the location,cleanliness and people work there excellent,but the rooms need microwave and ice machines in the hallways,washing machines and ironing board and better nightstands!!!!!"

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico
Hotel Real Maestranza
Hotel Real Maestranza
3.5 out of 5
Calle Madero 161, Col Centro, Guadalajara, JAL
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,372 reviews)
"Friendly, welcoming staff."

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

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Hotel Real Maestranza
HVH by Yaxché
HVH by Yaxché
3 out of 5
596 Avenida Juárez, Guadalajara
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,047 reviews)
"The only thing was the weird strong smell. It will come and go. Overall, highly recommend."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2025

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HVH by Yaxché
Hotel Morales Historical & Colonial Downtown Core
Hotel Morales Historical & Colonial Downtown Core
3.5 out of 5
Ave Corona 243 Centro, Guadalajara, JAL
The price is P5,201 per night from Jun 19 to Jun 20
P5,201
P6,241 total
Jun 19 - Jun 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star historic hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,592 reviews)
"I loved my stay at Hotel Morales, I lived how the staff was very friendly, and attentive. The room was very clean, housekeepers kept my room clean while I was out exploring the city. I also liked the location right in the middle of attractions. I will definitely stay at Hotel Morales again."

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

Hotel Morales Historical & Colonial Downtown Core
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Guadalajara

Degollado Theater featuring theater scenes, heritage architecture and interior views

Guadalajara Centro

Architecture, historic sites, and shopping highlight some notable features of Guadalajara Centro. Make a stop by Plaza de Armas or Guadalajara Cathedral while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Plaza Universidad Station or Juarez Station to get around town.

Guadalajara Centro
Hospicio Cabanas showing heritage architecture, interior views and art

San Juan de Dios

Well-liked for its live music and shopping, San Juan de Dios is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Hospicio Cabanas and Magno Centro Joyero, and jump on the metro at San Juan de Dios Station to get around the city.

San Juan de Dios
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Colonia Americana

While you're in Colonia Americana, take in top sights like Avienda Chapultepec or Templo Expiatorio del Santisimo Sacramento, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Juarez Station or Mexicaltzingo Station.

Colonia Americana
You never tire of walking around the local plaza and discovering new things. #goldenhour

Moderna

While you're in Moderna, take in top sights like Avienda Chapultepec and jump on the metro at Washington Station to see more of the city.

Moderna
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Santa Teresita

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santa Teresita and surrounding area, you can visit Avienda Chapultepec and Applicant Service Center.

Santa Teresita
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Lafayette

If you're spending some time in Lafayette, Applicant Service Center and Avienda Chapultepec are top sights worth seeing.

Lafayette

Downtown Guadalajara