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Guadalajara
The creative heart of Jalisco, where our own story began — tree-lined Colonia Americana, art deco mansions beside mural-covered walls, and easy day trips to the agave fields of Tequila.
Where to Base Yourself
Neighborhoods
Colonia Americana
Recently named one of the world’s coolest neighborhoods — tree-lined streets, art deco mansions beside mural-covered walls, sunlit cafés, and independent galleries. Walkable to the Instituto Cultural Cabañas and Teatro Degollado downtown.
Tlaquepaque
Just outside the city, a slower artisan town of art, music, and intimate dining — anchored by Casa Luna’s candlelit courtyard. Close enough for a half-day visit, romantic enough to linger into evening.
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La Perla Boutique Bed & Breakfast — a lovingly restored historic home, and where our own devotion to Latin American boutique stays began.
Pair It With
Orozco’s murals at the Instituto Cultural Cabañas, a night at Teatro Degollado, and a day trip out to Tequila on the José Cuervo Express.
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The birthplace of mariachi and tequila, with a creative colonia scene and artisan towns a short ride away.
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Where to stay
Pick your base
Colonia Americana and Lafayette for design hotels and cafés; the Centro Histórico for classic architecture.
Eat + drink
Where to eat and drink
Tortas ahogadas, birria, and a tequila or raicilla tasting — then dinner in Colonia Americana.
Neighborhoods
Where to wander
Colonia Americana, the Centro, and the artisan streets of Tlaquepaque and Tonalá.
What to pack
Dress for the city
Warm, sunny days and cooler evenings — plus a rain layer in the summer wet season.
2–4 days
How to spend your time
Three days: the center, Tlaquepaque and Tonalá, then a day in Tequila.
Worth booking
Reserve these ahead
Tequila is best reached on the José Cuervo Express train — book your seats and distillery tour ahead.
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