20 Must-Visit Attractions in Guadalajara

Guadalajara at night I
Guadalajara at night I | © Enrique Vázquez/Flickr
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As one of the most important cities in Mexico and best-known as the home of tequila and mariachi music, Guadalajara has a great deal to offer beyond tipples and tunes. With beautiful buildings, a fascinating history, and a rich heritage that continues to draw visitors from far and wide, its attractions are many. Here we’ve whittled down the best on offer to bring you the must-visits of the city.

1. Templo Expiatorio

Building, Church

One of Guadalajaras most ornate architectural highlights
© Jaec / Flickr
This Catholic Temple is of neo-Gothic architectural style – its construction began in 1897, and took 75 years to complete.

2. Selva Mágica

Amusement Park, Park, Zoo

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© Martin Lewison / Flickr
This amusement park was opened simultaneously with the Zoo in 1988. Its mechanical games and rollercoasters are in the largest park in the west of the country.

3. Tlaquepaque

Art Gallery

Colourful art installations in Tlaquepaque, Mexico
© Patrick Trujillo - Photography / Flickr
Just a few minutes from the historic center of Guadalajara is Tlaquepaque, a colorful area that retains the charm of a small typical Mexican town.

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