Mexico · Jalisco · Guadalajara and Tequila
What to see and do in Guadalajara and Tequila
Two days for the center of Guadalajara and the visit to La Rojeña.
In Guadalajara, it combines the Cathedral squares with the Cabañas Museum. Tequila is a different town: organize your own outing for the La Rojeña experience and confirm transportation. The tasting visit and the Jose Cuervo Express train are different products.
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What to visit in Guadalajara and Tequila · murals and tradition
PLACES AND EXPERIENCES
What to do in Guadalajara and Tequila · murals and tradition
museum
Cabañas Museum · Cabañas Hospice
The old Hospicio Cabañas brings together architectural heritage, exhibitions and murals by José Clemente Orozco. It is one of the main cultural visits in the center of Guadalajara.
Activities for your visit
- See Orozco's murals in open areas.
- Tour the museum's exhibitions.
Tips for this place
- Check the opening and agenda of the day.
- Cinema, workshops and special experiences may have another admission.
Check general admission and discount categories with the museum. Tuesday is listed as a free entry day; confirm conditions for your date. Experiences and cinema have their own entries.
Reference sources and location
Approximate reference of the place according to its official location; it does not identify the entrance, a navigation route or barrier-free access.
Reference coordinates: 20.6769, -103.337.
culture
La Rojeña · Jose Cuervo Experience
The visit to the distillery in Tequila explains the production of the distillate and adds a tasting in the Jose Cuervo Experience modality. It is an activity for adults with operator reservation.
Activities for your visit
- Learn about the process in the visitable areas of the distillery.
- Participate in the tasting included in the reserved modality.
Tips for this place
- This tasting experience is only for adults.
- If you will be driving, arrange a transfer or driver who does not drink.
Book the Jose Cuervo Experience linked by Mundo Cuervo for La Rojeña. It is a visit to Tequila: it does not automatically include the transfer from Guadalajara or the Jose Cuervo Express train, which is another product.
Reference sources and location
Approximate reference of the place according to its official location; it does not identify the entrance, a navigation route or barrier-free access.
Reference coordinates: 20.8848, -103.8387.
Mundo Cuervo · La Rojeña Distillery and Jose Cuervo Experience
culture
Cathedral and squares of Guadalajara
The towers of the Cathedral mark the historic center of Guadalajara. The squares that surround it allow for an urban walk that can be combined with the Cabañas Museum.
Activities for your visit
- Contemplate the Cathedral from the squares.
- Walk through the public spaces of the center.
Tips for this place
- Confirm the temple hours if you want to enter.
- Respect religious celebrations and restricted spaces.
The walk through public squares does not require a ticket or excursion. The interior visit of the Cathedral depends on worship and open spaces; The museum of sacred art and other venues have their own conditions.
Reference sources and location
Approximate reference of the place according to its official location; it does not identify the entrance, a navigation route or barrier-free access.
Reference coordinates: 20.6772, -103.3469.
A PROPOSAL TO ORGANIZE YOURSELF
2-day itinerary in Guadalajara and Tequila · murals and tradition
- Day 1
Downtown Guadalajara
Stroll through the Cathedral squares and enter the Cabañas Museum with the corresponding admission.
- Day 2
La Rojeña in Tequila
Book your appointment for the experience and separately organize round-trip transportation from Guadalajara.
Tips for visiting Guadalajara and Tequila · murals and tradition
- The chosen tasting experience is for adults.
- Arrange for a non-drinking driver or return transfer.
LOCAL FLAVORS
What to eat in Guadalajara and Tequila · murals and tradition
Six flavors to explore Mexico: tacos al pastor, mole poblano, Oaxacan tlayudas, cochinita pibil, birria from Jalisco and fish tacos from Baja. Each guide highlights their regional cuisine; Photos identify your location where indicated and do not represent a recommended restaurant.
Mexico City and taquerias in the country
Tacos al pastor
Small tortillas with marinated pork sliced from a trompo (vertical rotisserie). They are usually topped with onion, cilantro, salsa and, depending on the taqueria, pineapple. They are one of the best-known flavors of Mexico City's street food and are also found in many other Mexican destinations.
Reference: Mexico City Tourism · Street Food
Guadalajara and Jalisco · Marinated meat
Jalisco style birria
The Jalisco goat birria is prepared with a marinade of chilis and spices and prolonged cooking. It is enjoyed with tortillas, onion and lemon; Each kitchen decides how to serve the meat and its juice. The photo shows a tatemada birria from La Barca, in Jalisco.
Reference: Guadalajara Tourism · Tatemada goat birria
Sources to prepare your visit
- Cabañas Museum · visit and admission
- Mundo Cuervo · La Rojeña Distillery and Jose Cuervo Experience
- Guadalajara Tourism · historic center and Cathedral
Reference location: Cabañas Museum · visit and admission.
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