Your Local Guide to Jalisco
Where to eat, what to do, and how to get around in Guadalajara, Zapopan, and beyond.
The Region
Jalisco, Up Close
Guadalajara is Mexico's second city, and it moves at a pace that rewards staying a while. The historic center has the cathedral, the markets, and the murals. Colonia Americana and Providencia are where most of the good restaurants and coffee shops have landed. Zapopan sits just to the northwest, anchored by the Andares district and a quieter residential feel. Further out, Mazamitla is a pine-forest pueblo magico about two hours south, worth the drive for a weekend away from the city. Each place has its own rhythm, and a Keyhome apartment puts you close enough to find it.
Places Worth Exploring in Jalisco
City Center
Guadalajara Historic City Center
Art and Culture
Museo Cabañas and Orozco Murals
Pueblo Mágico
Tlaquepaque Historic Arts District
Zapopan
Zapopan Basilica and City Plaza
Tlajomulco
Cajititlán Lake and Lakeside Town
Mazamitla
Mazamitla Forest Town and Waterfall
Tips From the Team
Three Things Worth Knowing Before You Arrive
Get a Grab Account Before You Land
Grab works across Guadalajara and Zapopan and is cheaper and more reliable than hailing a cab. Download it and load a card before your flight.
The Best Neighborhoods Are Walkable
Colonia Americana, Providencia, and central Zapopan are all easy on foot. Save the car for day trips to Mazamitla or Tlaquepaque.
Book the Good Spots Before You Go
The best spots in Guadalajara fill up fast, especially on weekends. If there's a restaurant on your list, call ahead or show up before eight.
Questions About Getting Around Jalisco
