Vallarta Poniente Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Vallarta Poniente
Popular places to visit
Expo Guadalajara
During your trip, find out what's happening in Expo Guadalajara, a top convention centre in Guadalajara. Attend a sporting event or visit the stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Telmex Auditorium
You can enjoy a show at Telmex Auditorium during your trip to Zapopan. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Plaza del Sol
During your visit to Zapopan, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Plaza del Sol. Attend a sporting event or visit the stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Guadalajara Cathedral
With its gothic twin spires, this church is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Guadalajara and has a fascinating history.
Zoologico Guadalajara
Visit the native and exotic animals who call Zoologico Guadalajara home during your travels in Guadalajara. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Basilica de Zapopan
This picturesque sanctuary lights up the town at night and is home to a famous Virgin statue and indigenous artworks.
Activities
Full Day in Tequila with Tasting and party in Cantaritos
Mazamitla tour from Guadalajara visiting Mundo Aventura
From Guadalajara to Chapala Lake: Funny and cultural tour
Complete Tour on the Tequila Route from Guadalajara
Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara
Guadalajara & Tlaquepaque guided tour
Our pick of the best Vallarta Poniente Hotel Deals
Fiesta Americana Guadalajara
Very nice and clean
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Guadalajara
Hotel is in great condition, service was really good, rooms as spacious and comfortable, their breakfast buffet is delicious. I had a great experience staying at the Riu. I’m definitely staying there when coming back to Guadalajara.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Hotel Dali Ejecutivo
Clean room, courteous staff
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Hotel Velvet Plaza
Everything it's ok
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hotel Antré Chapultepec
The staff was amazing. Had a nice bar/lounge with TV. Breakfast was good and reasonably priced. Was great that all guest from wedding were at one location.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Guadalajara Airport
All good
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vallarta Poniente
Chapalita
Chapalita is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Glorieta Chapalita and La Estampida Sculpture while in the area.
Jardines del Bosque
When in Jardines del Bosque, you can plan a visit to Minerva Roundabout and Applicant Service Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
Lafayette
If you're spending some time in Lafayette, Applicant Service Center and Avienda Chapultepec are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Teresita
Though Santa Teresita may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Avienda Chapultepec and Applicant Service Center.
