Museo de Cera (Wax Museum), Guadalajara
Since its opening in October 1994, the Wax Museum has offered visitors an entertaining way to get up close with lifelike wax figures, embodying national icons, global celebrities, historical figures, and fictional characters.
Inside, you'll find over 130 meticulously crafted wax statues spread across twelve themed rooms, including special attractions like mirror mazes, a spinning tunnel, 4D projections, and even a spooky "monster hall".
Many appreciate the craftsmanship and enjoy the chance for fun photos with wax likenesses of everyone from Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera to Harry Potter and Justin Bieber Guests typically spend about 90 minutes exploring-and can combine their visit with nearby Ripley’s Believe It or Not! and other Centro attractions.
Inside, you'll find over 130 meticulously crafted wax statues spread across twelve themed rooms, including special attractions like mirror mazes, a spinning tunnel, 4D projections, and even a spooky "monster hall".
Many appreciate the craftsmanship and enjoy the chance for fun photos with wax likenesses of everyone from Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera to Harry Potter and Justin Bieber Guests typically spend about 90 minutes exploring-and can combine their visit with nearby Ripley’s Believe It or Not! and other Centro attractions.
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Sight Name: Museo de Cera (Wax Museum)
Sight Location: Guadalajara, Mexico (See walking tours in Guadalajara)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Sight Location: Guadalajara, Mexico (See walking tours in Guadalajara)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Walking Tours in Guadalajara, Mexico
Create Your Own Walk in Guadalajara
Creating your own self-guided walk in Guadalajara is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Historical Center Walk
Guadalajara is a modern, bustling metropolis with a long history. It was founded in 1542 as part of New Spain. The town was named after Spanish conquistador Nuno de Guzman’s hometown in Spain.
The city became Mexican state Jalisco’s largest city and its capital. The town boomed during the 17th century, and it became the nation's second-largest city during the 18th century. Miguel... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles
The city became Mexican state Jalisco’s largest city and its capital. The town boomed during the 17th century, and it became the nation's second-largest city during the 18th century. Miguel... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles
Guadalajara Historical Churches Walking Tour
Guadalajara, Mexico, is home to a great number of wonderful religious sites, dating back to the colonial era. Many of them are unique architectural treasures, with striking façades and equally impressive interiors.
The Expiatory Church, characterized by its neo-Gothic design, is a striking landmark dedicated to expiation and reparation. Meanwhile, the Our Lady of the Pilar Church boasts... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.1 Km or 1.9 Miles
The Expiatory Church, characterized by its neo-Gothic design, is a striking landmark dedicated to expiation and reparation. Meanwhile, the Our Lady of the Pilar Church boasts... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.1 Km or 1.9 Miles
Squares of Guadalajara
The historic center of Guadalajara is the oldest part of the city, a place where it was founded. The abundance of handsome colonial landmarks here – old buildings, public parks and squares (plazas) – makes the area truly magnificent. The plazas – popular gathering spots filled with fountains, statues, benches and food stalls – are particularly great for having a break, watching people and... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.3 Km or 0.8 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.3 Km or 0.8 Miles