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Things to do in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area

 

Attractions (103)

Activities (19)

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Cultural (31)
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Museums (19)
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Amusement (4)
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Instituto Cultural Cabanas, Guadalajara
Ranked #1 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Museums

The Hospicio Cabañas was built as an orphanage in the early 19th century. Its deconsecrated church was decorated with a famous series of murals by Orozco in the 1930s. Galleries... more »

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Expiatory Temple, Guadalajara
Ranked #2 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Religious Sites
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Teatro Degollado, Guadalajara
Ranked #3 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Theatres; Architectural Buildings

Teatro Degollado is a wonderful old theater beautifully restored in the heart of the "el centro historico district" in Guadalajara. I have seen two concerts here and highly... more »

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Catedral, Guadalajara
Ranked #4 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Religious Sites
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Ranked #5 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Ancient Ruins

Going to Guachimontones, you can feel like you're really discovering something, not just following a well-worn tourist route. By car, it is only 45 minutes from the beautiful... more »

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Ranked #6 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Zoos
This large zoo contains over 2,000 animals and is located in a beautiful ravine.
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Basilica de Zapopan, Guadalajara
Ranked #7 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings; Monuments/ Statues
This beautifully ornate church, built in 1690, is one of the city's oldest structures.
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Estadio Omnilife, Guadalajara
Ranked #8 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
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Expo Guadalajara, Guadalajara
Ranked #9 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Convention Centres
A massive expo center which holds many of latin America's annual events and conventions.
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Ranked #10 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Monuments/ Statues
A realistic sculpture of horses designed by Jorge de la Pena.
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Ranked #11 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Religious Sites
This baroque-style structure was originally built as part of a convent.
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Palacio de Gobierno, Guadalajara
Ranked #12 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Government Buildings; Historic Sites; Art Museums
Owner description: This 18th-century government building, which served as the headquarters of the Juarez administration in 1858, contains a... more » Owner description: This 18th-century government building, which served as the headquarters of the Juarez administration in 1858, contains a number of the famous murals by Jose Clemente Orozco. « less
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Ranked #13 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Architectural Buildings; Art Museums
This building houses an art museum with murals by Jose Clemente Orozco.
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Bosque Colomos, Guadalajara
Ranked #14 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Parks
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Minerva (La), Guadalajara
Ranked #15 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Monuments/ Statues
This Roman goddess statue is the gathering place after the Mexican soccer nationals.
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Ruins of Teuchitlan, Guadalajara
Ranked #16 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Ancient Ruins
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Ranked #17 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Children’s Museums
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Ranked #18 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Religious Sites
Owner description: This ornate church, built over a 60 year period during the 16th and 17th centuries, has 11 altars donated by Spain's Fernando... more » Owner description: This ornate church, built over a 60 year period during the 16th and 17th centuries, has 11 altars donated by Spain's Fernando VII. « less
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Ranked #19 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
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Ranked #20 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Forests; Hiking Trails
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Centro Cultural, Guadalajara
Ranked #21 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Art Museums
Beautiful building housing exhibits of local arts and crafts.
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Ranked #22 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Architectural Buildings
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Ranked #23 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: History Museums
Formerly a house and a military command center, this 16th-century structure now houses regional archaeology exhibits.
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Glorieta Chapalita, Guadalajara
Ranked #24 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
This square is surrounded by interesting restaurants and is a nice place to relax.
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Ranked #25 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Museums; History Museums
Located in an old seminary, this museum documents the history of Western Mexico from prehistory to modern times.
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Ranked #26 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
This always busy downtown plaza lies at the heart of the city's historic district.
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Panteon de Belen, Guadalajara
Ranked #27 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Cemeteries
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Ranked #28 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Art Museums
This museum hosts frequent international exhibitions and also houses a large collection of Mexican art.
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Parque Metropolitano, Guadalajara
Ranked #29 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Parks
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Ranked #30 of 103 attractions in Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
Category: Museums
This museum features modern-day and historical pottery pieces.
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