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Free tour

American Colony: Modernity and Architecture of Guadalajara

3.50
Acceptable(2)
Duration: 2 hours
Languages: English and Spanish
Guru: Estación
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Registered on 31 July 2018
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Because we know that you don't need a lot of money to get to know and learn from a city. Estación México is designed to offer free walking tours to show you the wonders that Mexico City hides. Based on the concept of reciprocity, our guides give all their knowledge, joy and personality to convey the best stories, legends and myths that preserve so many years of legacy in each city. We are storytellers who invite you to walk with us while we tell you the most important moments of Mexican culture. Estación México Free Tours is not a travel agency, it is a group created with the purpose of expanding knowledge and love for the history of Mexico through walking tours
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

The American Colony of Guadalajara was awarded as the best neighborhood in the world in 2022. Join us on our free tour and immerse yourself in its rich history, impressive architecture and unmatched nightlife.


Our tour begins at the Museum of Arts of the University of Guadalajara (MUSA), where you can admire the first mural by the famous muralist José Clemente Orozco in the city and immerse yourself in the cultural wealth of Guadalajara.

We will visit the majestic El Expiatorio del Santísimo Sacramento Parish, an impressive neo-Gothic church. We will walk through the American Colony, admiring the impressive modern-style houses from the beginning of the 20th century, highlighting some designed by the renowned architect Luis Barragán.

We will cross the vibrant Chapultepec Avenue, known for its nightlife and culture. Finally, we will conclude at the ITESO Clavigero House, an architectural jewel of the city and the world.

If you want to experience Guadalajara in an authentic way while exploring one of its most emblematic neighborhoods, you can't miss this exciting tour of the American Colony! 🇲🇽🚶‍♂️


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Av Juárez 975, Col Americana, Americana, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
Your guide will be waiting for you in front of the entrance to the MUSA Museo de las Artes Universidad de Guadalajara carrying a pink umbrella.
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Outside visit
MUSA Museo de las Artes Universidad de Guadalajara
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Outside visit
Parroquia El Expiatorio del Santísimo Sacramento
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Outside visit
Americana
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour reviews

3.50
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5.00
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3.50
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4.00
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4.00
Route
4.00

Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts bookings of up to 15 people.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
American Colony: Modernity and Architecture of Guadalajara


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