Guadalajara: Ornate Cathedrals and Neo-Gothic Architecture
One of the major cities in Western Mexico, Guadalajara is loved for its tequila and mariachi music. Guadalajara, Mexico is the capital of Jalisco, the birthplace of tequila and mariachi. The region is also known for its historic center that is filled with several colonial plazas and neoclassical landmarks such as the Teatro Degollado and its cathedrals. Guadalajara, Mexico hotels are situated close to the downtown area as well as the GDL-Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport.
Best Time to Visit
Months from October to December offer dry weather and warm temperatures to explore the fun destinations in Guadalajara. Several festivals are also celebrated during this time of the year. These include the Guadalajara International Film Festival, the May Cultural Festival, Jalisco Jazz Festival and the Tequila Festival.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Shop for souvenirs, watch a movie, dine or simply stroll around the Andares Shopping Center, one of the major shopping areas in the Guadalajara metropolitan area. This is an indoor and outdoor shopping center so you'll have plenty of choices for entertainment and fun in the area. For more serene experience of downtown, visit the Basilica de Zapopan. This 17th-century Franciscan sanctuary is home to the Our Lady of Expectations of Zapopan. AC Hotel Guadalajara Providencia, Mexico and Aloft Guadalajara are the major hotels you can enjoy in the area. Landmarks such as the Guadalajara Cathedral and the airport terminal are located a few minutes away from these locations.