Downtown Guadalajara
Guadalajara
Visit Downtown Guadalajara
Popular places to visit
Guadalajara Cathedral
With its gothic twin spires, this church is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Guadalajara and has a fascinating history.
Degollado Theater
Watch contemporary theater or classical ballet at Guadalajara’s neoclassical theater known for its beautiful design and diverse performances.
Plaza de Armas
Relax and watch live music in this spacious green plaza in the heart of Guadalajara’s historic center, surrounded by many of the city’s most famous sites.
Palacio de Gobierno
This beautiful 18th-century palace housed the Mexican government for many years. See this historic building where the decree was made to abolish slavery in Mexico.
Biblioteca Iberoamericana Octavio Paz
Discover an enormous collection of books, admire the remarkable mural and explore the rich history of this 16th-century neoclassical building.
Rotonda de los Jaliscienses Ilustres
This impressive monument honors distinguished men and women of Jalisco who have made a significant contribution to society during their lives.
Downtown Guadalajara Hotel Deals
Hotel Plaza Genova Centro
Reviewed on 2025/7/13
Hotel Dali Ejecutivo
Reviewed on 2025/7/12
DoubleTree by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico
Reviewed on 2025/7/15
Hotel Morales Historical & Colonial Downtown Core
Reviewed on 2025/7/16
Hotel Real Maestranza
Reviewed on 2025/7/15
Hotel Portobelo
Reviewed on 2025/7/12
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Guadalajara
Guadalajara Centro
Architecture, historic sites, and shopping highlight some notable features of Guadalajara Centro. Make a stop by Plaza de Armas or Guadalajara Cathedral while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Plaza Universidad Station or Juarez Station to get around town.
San Juan de Dios
Well-liked for its live music and shopping, San Juan de Dios is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Hospicio Cabanas and Magno Centro Joyero, and jump on the metro at San Juan de Dios Station to get around the city.
Colonia Americana
While you're in Colonia Americana, take in top sights like Avienda Chapultepec or Templo Expiatorio del Santisimo Sacramento, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Juarez Station or Mexicaltzingo Station.
Moderna
While you're in Moderna, take in top sights like Avienda Chapultepec and jump on the metro at Washington Station to see more of the city.
Santa Teresita
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santa Teresita and surrounding area, you can visit Avienda Chapultepec and Applicant Service Center.
Lafayette
If you're spending some time in Lafayette, Applicant Service Center and Avienda Chapultepec are top sights worth seeing.