Downtown Guadalajara Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic cathedral with multiple spires and a large dome, surrounded by a public square with people and trees.
A busy urban intersection with pedestrians crossing a zebra crossing. In the background, there are historic buildings and a prominent cathedral with two tall spires.
A historic cathedral with twin spires, a central fountain, and a plaza with benches and lampposts.
A cityscape with a prominent cathedral featuring two tall spires and a golden dome, surrounded by dense urban buildings and a clear sky.
A historic cathedral with two prominent towers and a large dome, surrounded by a cityscape and mountains in the background.

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

Tequila tour with Distillery and upgrade to Jose Cuervo

Tequila tour with Distillery and upgrade to Jose Cuervo

AU$115
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

AU$63
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Guadalajara: Mexican Charro and Charreada Cultural Tour
Guadalajara Guided Tlaquepaque Night Tour

Guadalajara Guided Tlaquepaque Night Tour

AU$55
per adult
Guadalajara Guided Tlaquepaque Night Tour
Complete Tour on the Tequila Route from Guadalajara

Complete Tour on the Tequila Route from Guadalajara

AU$78
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Complete Tour on the Tequila Route from Guadalajara
Full Day in Tequila with Tasting and party in Cantaritos

Full Day in Tequila with Tasting and party in Cantaritos

AU$101
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day in Tequila with Tasting and party in Cantaritos
From Guadalajara to Chapala Lake: Funny and cultural tour

From Guadalajara to Chapala Lake: Funny and cultural tour

AU$62
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Guadalajara to Chapala Lake: Funny and cultural tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown Guadalajara Hotel Deals

Hotel Dali Ejecutivo

Hotel Dali Ejecutivo

3 out of 5
Av. Pedro Moreno N. 570 Col. Centro Guadalajara JAL
The price is AU$85 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$85
11 Nov - 12 Nov
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! (3,159 reviews)
"I always stay here when in Guadalajara great location excellent rooms friendly staff everything i need. Clean safe and convenient i highly recommend and will stay again next time."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Hotel Dali Ejecutivo
Hotel Plaza Genova Centro

Hotel Plaza Genova Centro

3.5 out of 5
Av. Juarez 123 Zona Centro Guadalajara JAL
The price is AU$78 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$78
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,503 reviews)
"I like everything wqs good ans thx for ur service"

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Hotel Plaza Genova Centro
Hotel Portobelo

Hotel Portobelo

4 out of 5
Av Juarez No. 687 Col Centro Guadalajara JAL
Fully refundable
The price is AU$74 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
AU$74
7 Dec - 8 Dec
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! (2,053 reviews)
"Three questions: 1: I’d like to know which cleaning lady who had smeared truly fishy smells inside my luggage, and this childish behavior continued on consecutive days, which not only made my luggage smells like dead fish, as well as as clothes contained within. 2. Again, this is against another ..."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Hotel Portobelo
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 AU$109 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$109
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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! (2,264 reviews)
"One of my favorites in Guadalajara"

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Hotel Morales Historical & Colonial Downtown Core
DoubleTree by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico

DoubleTree by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico

3.5 out of 5
Colon 73 Guadalajara JAL
The price is AU$146 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
AU$146
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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 ...
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 AU$108 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$108
23 Nov - 24 Nov
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! (1,572 reviews)
"La ubicación es excelente ya que está en el centro de la ciudad y el restaurante está bien"

Reviewed on 8 Nov 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 Avienda Chapultepec or Templo Expiatorio del Santisimo Sacramento and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Juarez Station or Mexicaltzingo Station.

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 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 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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