Downtown Guadalajara Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A spacious library with wooden floors and bookshelves filled with books.
A mural with a central figure holding a document labeled "REFORM."
A historic building with columns and arches, surrounded by green benches and a fountain.
A historic building with ornate architecture, a yellow taxi, and people walking in a plaza.
A classical building with columns and a central archway, surrounded by a fountain and greenery.

Stay near popular Downtown Guadalajara attractions

A large cathedral with two tall spires and a dome, surrounded by trees and streetlights.

Guadalajara Cathedral

9.6/10 (11,510 reviews)
With its gothic twin spires, this church is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Guadalajara and has a fascinating history.
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Activities

Full Day in Tequila with Tasting and party in Cantaritos

Full Day in Tequila with Tasting and party in Cantaritos

NZ$132
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day in Tequila with Tasting and party in Cantaritos
Tequila tour with Distillery and upgrade to Jose Cuervo

Tequila tour with Distillery and upgrade to Jose Cuervo

NZ$133
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tequila tour with Distillery and upgrade to Jose Cuervo
Picture 3 for Activity Guadalajara: Mexican Charro and Charreada Cultural Tour

Guadalajara: Mexican Charro and Charreada Cultural Tour

NZ$80
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Guadalajara: Mexican Charro and Charreada Cultural Tour
Mazamitla tour from Guadalajara with Mundo Aventura

Mazamitla tour from Guadalajara visiting Mundo Aventura

NZ$91
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Mazamitla tour from Guadalajara visiting Mundo Aventura
Guachimontones Pyramids

The Fire TOUR - Pyramids, Volcanoes, Agaves & Tequila

NZ$161
per adult
The Fire TOUR - Pyramids, Volcanoes, Agaves & Tequila
Complete Tour on the Tequila Route from Guadalajara

Complete Tour on the Tequila Route from Guadalajara

NZ$101
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Complete Tour on the Tequila Route from Guadalajara
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Our pick of the best Downtown Guadalajara Hotel Deals

Hotel Plaza Genova Centro

Hotel Plaza Genova Centro

3.5 out of 5
Av. Juarez 123 Zona Centro Guadalajara JAL
The price is NZ$110 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$110
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Hotel Plaza Genova Centro
Hotel Dali Ejecutivo

Hotel Dali Ejecutivo

3 out of 5
Av. Pedro Moreno N. 570 Col. Centro Guadalajara JAL
The price is NZ$86 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$86
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,131 reviews)
"It's like an oasis from the city in the middle of the city it's beautiful to walk into. Safe discreet & an absolutely lovely stay. Absolutely recommend."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Hotel Dali Ejecutivo
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 NZ$162 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
NZ$162
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,194 reviews)
"😊"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Hotel Morales Historical & Colonial Downtown Core
Hotel Portobelo

Hotel Portobelo

4 out of 5
Av Juarez No. 687 Col Centro Guadalajara JAL
The price is NZ$109 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$109
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,020 reviews)
"Limpio Céntrico Estacionamiento"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Hotel Portobelo
DoubleTree by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico

DoubleTree by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico

3.5 out of 5
Colon 73 Guadalajara JAL
The price is NZ$171 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$171
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,716 reviews)
"The room was cleaned and perfect location to enjoy the tourist area at Guadalajara. Great view depending at what room did you reserved. The bed sheets it needs to upgraded and more comfortable. And the A/C needs to be fixed and less noisy."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico
Hotel De Mendoza

Hotel De Mendoza

3.5 out of 5
Venustiano Carranza No 16 Guadalajara JAL
The price is NZ$137 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
NZ$137
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,567 reviews)
"Property is a beautiful building. Rooms are ok, bed very comfortable. I did not like the fact that there is no coffee maker in the room, " No coffee courtesy " The Staff is the best, staff very attentive and helpful. Location is A+ ."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Hotel De Mendoza
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Guadalajara

Find the best Downtown Guadalajara areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A classical columned structure with a dome, surrounded by greenery and a clear blue sky.

Guadalajara Centro

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

A historic building with a central dome and arched walkways.

Colonia Americana

If you're spending time in Colonia Americana, check out sights like Templo Expiatorio del Santisimo Sacramento or Avienda Chapultepec and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Juarez Station or Mexicaltzingo Station.

A modern building with a glass facade and a sign for Expo Forestal.

Zona Expo

Zona Expo is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Plaza del Sol or Galleries Theater.

A circular water fountain with a statue in the center, surrounded by landscaped gardens and a road with vehicles.

Providencia

Providencia is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Punto Sao Paulo Shopping Center or Midtown Jalisco.

A brightly lit archway with arches and columns, illuminated in red and white.

Zona Minerva

Zona Minerva is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Applicant Service Center and Avienda Chapultepec while you're in town.

Downtown Guadalajara Travel Guide

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