The Best Things to Do in Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Mexico

Perhaps the most iconic would be watching a mariachi band play whilst sipping a local tequila. After all, the city is generally considered the birthplace of mariachi and the surrounding countryside is filled with the raw ingredients for producing Mexico’s national tipple. Although fans of mezcal would probably disagree.

And we’re more than happy to confirm that we did just that during our stay. But there’s so much more to this beautiful city. Indeed, it’s been on Ian’s radar ever since he watched the scratchy satellite coverage of the 1970 World Cup match between Brazil and England at Guadalajara’s Jalisco Stadium (for those of a certain age that was the game where Gordon Banks miraculously saved the goal-bound header from the late-and-great Pelé).

Featuring some of the country’s finest colonial-era architecture, arts galore, excellent food and access to a plethora of day trips, it really has got something for everyone. And, unlike Mexico City, the weather is perfect.

Needless to say, if you have the time, we’d strongly recommend you visit Guadalajara as part of your Mexico experience. And, to help get your planning started, here’s our guide to making the most of your stay. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).