Mexicaltzingo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Zoologico Guadalajara

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.

Zoologico Guadalajara
La Minerva featuring a hotel, a statue or sculpture and a pond

Minerva Roundabout

See the famous statue of a Roman goddess at this iconic fountain, which is a popular spot for locals to meet and celebrate sporting victories.

Minerva Roundabout
Telmex Auditorium

Telmex Auditorium

You can enjoy a show at Telmex Auditorium during your trip to Zapopan. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

Telmex Auditorium
Metropolitan Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious elements

Guadalajara Cathedral

With its gothic twin spires, this church is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Guadalajara and has a fascinating history.

Guadalajara Cathedral
Basilica de Zapopan which includes a church or cathedral, a city and a square or plaza

Basilica de Zapopan

This picturesque sanctuary lights up the town at night and is home to a famous Virgin statue and indigenous artworks.

Basilica de Zapopan
El Parian showing dining out and café scenes

El Parian

Listen to mariachi bands and enjoy authentic local dishes in this lively square or shop for arts and crafts in this thriving cultural region.

El Parian

Activities

Guadalajara: Mexican Pubs and Fiesta Tour!

Guadalajara: Mexican Pubs and Fiesta Tour!

AU$124
per adult
Guadalajara: Mexican Pubs and Fiesta Tour!
Full Day in Tequila with Tasting and party in Cantaritos

Full Day in Tequila with Tasting and party in Cantaritos

AU$115
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day in Tequila with Tasting and party in Cantaritos
Mazamitla tour from Guadalajara with Mundo Aventura

Mazamitla tour from Guadalajara with Mundo Aventura

AU$74
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Mazamitla tour from Guadalajara with Mundo Aventura
From Guadalajara: La Rojeña Distillery & Jose Cuervo Train

From Guadalajara: La Rojeña Distillery & Jose Cuervo Train

AU$325
per adult
From Guadalajara: La Rojeña Distillery & Jose Cuervo Train
Hike and Swim in fresh springs and waterfalls in Guadalajara

Hike and Swim in fresh springs and waterfalls in Guadalajara

AU$88
per adult
Hike and Swim in fresh springs and waterfalls in Guadalajara
Guadalajara: Selva Magica Park with VIPPass

Guadalajara: Selva Magica Park with VIPPass

AU$41
per adult
Guadalajara: Selva Magica Park with VIPPass
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Our pick of the best Mexicaltzingo Hotel Deals

Hotel Gran Casa Xalisco

Hotel Gran Casa Xalisco

3.5 out of 5
Calle Nicolas Regules # 61, Centro, Guadalajara, JAL
The price is AU$87 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$87
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Andares Shopping Center and Guadalajara ...
7.2/10 Good! (107 reviews)
Would not stay again.
"Did not get the room I paid for. When addressed, the lady said she couldn't do anything about it. Is what it is attitude. Not exactly a welcoming side of town either."

Reviewed on 11 Dec. 2024

Hotel Gran Casa Xalisco
Hotel Riu Plaza Guadalajara

Hotel Riu Plaza Guadalajara

5 out of 5
Av. Lopez Mateos 830 Col. Chapalita, Guadalajara, JAL
The price is AU$202 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$202
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,916 reviews)
"Everyone was so nice, and so helpful. We will definitely be staying again. Hopefully soon. Beautiful hotel."

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Guadalajara
Hotel Dali Ejecutivo

Hotel Dali Ejecutivo

3 out of 5
Av. Pedro Moreno N. 570 Col. Centro, Guadalajara, JAL
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,099 reviews)
"Excellent location. Room spacious. Sweet staff. Only request would be a cooler. Enjoy a nice chilled bottle of vine in my room. Plus leftovers😁 I would book once again"

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025

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Hotel Dali Ejecutivo
Hotel Velvet Plaza

Hotel Velvet Plaza

3.5 out of 5
Avenida Vallarta 2477, Colonia Arcos Vallarta, Guadalajara, JAL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$105 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$105
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,099 reviews)
"Great location, clean and service was great"

Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025

Hotel Velvet Plaza
Hotel Antré Chapultepec

Hotel Antré Chapultepec

3.5 out of 5
1390 Avenida Ignacio L Vallarta, Guadalajara, Jalisco
The price is AU$103 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$103
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,012 reviews)
"Very good!"

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025

Hotel Antré Chapultepec
Hotel Plaza Genova Centro

Hotel Plaza Genova Centro

3.5 out of 5
Av. Juarez 123 Zona Centro, Guadalajara, JAL
The price is AU$56 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$56
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,491 reviews)
"Nice and Clean!!!"

Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025

Hotel Plaza Genova Centro
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Other neighbourhoods around Mexicaltzingo

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Moderna

While you're in Moderna, take in top sights like Avienda Chapultepec and jump on the metro at Washington Station to see more of the city.

Moderna
Degollado Theater featuring theatre scenes, heritage architecture and interior views

Guadalajara Centro

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

Guadalajara Centro
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Downtown Guadalajara

4/5(7 area reviews)

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Downtown Guadalajara. If sightseeing is on the list, Plaza de Armas is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Plaza Universidad Station or San Juan de Dios Station to see more of the area.

Downtown Guadalajara
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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.

Colonia Americana
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San Juan de Dios

Well liked for its live music and shopping, San Juan de Dios is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Hospicio Cabanas and Magno Centro Joyero, and jump on the metro at San Juan de Dios Station to get around the city.

San Juan de Dios
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Lafayette

If you're spending some time in Lafayette, Applicant Service Center and Avienda Chapultepec are top sights worth seeing.

Lafayette

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