The Basics
City Name: Guadalajara
Where is it located?: Guadalajara is north west of Mexico City.
Why do people go there?: The largest distributor of crafts in the country, and one of the largest in the world. Guadalajara has a number of arts, crafts and culture draws.
How do travelers get there?: Flying is the best, but if you’re already in the country, an overnight bus won’t hurt you.
Currency: Peso
City Code: 33
Other phone tips: For vacationers going to Guadalajara, the least costly alternative of having a cell phone to utilize is to use a local carrier and a local number to be able to pay the local price.
Population: 1.7 million
Languages: Spanish, English
Travel Information
Neighborhoods: Zapopan, Tlaquepaque, Tonalá, Tlaquepaque
Attractions: Guadalajara Plaza, San Juan de Dios Market, Mariachis
Accommodations: Guadalajara Hostels
Tourist Office: Guadalajara Tourist Office
Off-the-beaten-path: Chapala, Panteon de Belen, Barranca De Huentitan
Tips for Visiting
When to go: Shoulder seasons are the nicest times.
City Specific Events: Feria de Tonala, Fiesta Internacional del Mariachi, Feria Internacional del Libro, Fiestas de Octubre
How to get around?: Best to use the bus.
Good to know: Guadalajara is considered as the City of Roses and the Pearl of the West.
Cheapest airport to fly into: The cheapest airport to fly into Guadalajara is the Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport.
Need more information?: Check out the Guadalajara travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.
