Downtown Guadalajara Travel Guide
Guadalajara





Visit Downtown Guadalajara
Popular places to visit

Guadalajara Cathedral
After visiting Guadalajara Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Guadalajara. Attend a sporting event or visit the stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.

Plaza de Armas
You can learn about the history of Guadalajara with a trip to Plaza de Armas. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Degollado Theater
You can enjoy a show at Degollado Theater during your stay in Guadalajara. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Rotonda de los Jaliscienses Ilustres
You can learn about the history of Guadalajara when you stop by Rotonda de los Jaliscienses Ilustres. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.

Plaza Tapatia
You can learn about the history of Guadalajara with a visit to Plaza Tapatia. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.

Palacio de Gobierno
Learn about the local history of Guadalajara when you spend time at Palacio de Gobierno. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Downtown Guadalajara

Hotel Dali Ejecutivo
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Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Hotel Plaza Genova Centro
No hot water in my room, tvs are small
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Hotel Morales Historical & Colonial Downtown Core
Todo el personal es sumamente atento. Las instalaciones perfectas y limpias. Servicio de excelencia
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Hotel Portobelo
I stayed here in April 2026, I really enjoyed my stay, the room was nice and clean, the AC and water pressure did not disappoint. The location was great, walking distance to a lot of restaurants and shops. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Over all I loved my stay and would stay here ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Best Western Plus Gran Hotel Centro Historico
The hotel didn’t honored the free breakfast!
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico
The beds are Full size. Unfortunately, their website along with Expedia's states Queen size beds. I am stunned they are able to get away with this false advertising.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Guadalajara

Guadalajara Centro
Architecture, historical sites and shopping highlight some notable features of Guadalajara Centro. Make a stop by Plaza de Armas or Degollado Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Plaza Universidad Station or Guadalajara Centro 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
If you're spending time in Colonia Americana, check out sights like Avienda Chapultepec or Templo Expiatorio del Santisimo Sacramento and hop on the metro to see more of 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 spending some time in Santa Teresita, Avienda Chapultepec and Casa-Teatro are top sights worth seeing.

Lafayette
If you're spending some time in Lafayette, Applicant Service Center and Avienda Chapultepec are top sights worth seeing.
