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Free Tour of the History and Culture of Guadalajara

Duration: 2h
Languages: English, Spanish
Guru: Pablo
Quality Verified Registered on July 27, 2022

I am originally from Guadalajara, I have always lived here, I am passionate about knowing the history and culture of the places I visit, and that is why I like to share the city where I live with others, so that they can make the most of their visit.

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
    This tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card

Tour description

Welcome everyone to the second most important city in Mexico and one of the most beautiful cities! Join me and we will take a tour through the history of Guadalajara, learning about the moments that have marked the course of this city , from its founding, through its history until today. Guadalajara is a city with many stories and curiosities to tell , let's get to know them!

We will begin our tour with the most iconic and famous building in our city: the Cathedral . We will learn about the legends it hides and its unique architecture . We will continue to the Plaza de la Rotonda to learn the stories of notable figures in our city.

We will visit the Government Palace museum, which was once a fortress and now has some impressive mural paintings by José Clemente Orozco, and we will continue our tour to appreciate the beautiful architecture of the Degollado Theater.

We will learn about the site where our city was founded and some interesting facts about its foundation almost 500 years ago!

We will walk through the alleys that hold ancient legends and end our tour in a beautiful museum that is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site : the Cabañas Museum.


These are some of the places we will visit on this tour:

  • Cathedral
  • Roundabout of Illustrious Jaliscienses
  • Government Palace
  • Theater
  • Founders Square
  • Tapatia Square
  • Cabins Museum

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Av. Fray Antonio Alcalde, Zona Centro...
    Av. Fray Antonio Alcalde, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
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    Meet me near the large head-shaped sculpture called "Tree Inside" on Alcalde Avenue, I'll bring a pink umbrella.

  • 1
    Free admission
    Catedral de Guadalajara
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Rotonda de los Jaliscienses Ilustres
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Main Square
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Throat cut theatre
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Founders Square
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Hospicio Cabañas

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Not suitable for pets.

What should you know?

Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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