History & Muralism: Guadalajara Walking Tour
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.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Plaza de Armas
Surrounded by the most important buildings in the historic center, it is the oldest square in the city founded in the 16th century
20 minutesParroquia El Sagrario Metropolitano
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.
10 minutesGuadalajara Cathedral
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.
20 minutesRotonda de Los Jaliscienses Ilustres
Neo-classical style monument dedicated to the most important men and women in the history of Jalisco.
10 minutesPalacio Municipal de Guadalajara
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.
Palacio de Gobierno del Estado de Jalisco
**Access to the place is subject to availability according to the indications of the state government**
30 minutesPlaza de la Liberacion
Plaza dedicated to the independence of Mexico, built in the 50s.
10 minutesTeatro Degollado
**Access to the place is subject to availability according to the indications of the state government**
20 minutesPlaza Fundadores
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.
10 minutesPlaza Tapatia
Built in the 70s, it is the largest and newest square in the historic center, dedicated to commerce and the sale of handicrafts
15 minutesHospicio Cabañas
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.
1 hourMercado Libertad
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.
15 minutesIncluded
- 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
Good to Know
- 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
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.