Mexicaltzingo Travel Guide
Guadalajara
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Popular places to visit
Expo Guadalajara
During your trip, find out what's happening in Expo Guadalajara, a top convention centre in Guadalajara. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Plaza del Sol
During your visit to Zapopan, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Plaza del Sol. Attend a sporting event or visit the stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Telmex Auditorium
You can enjoy a show at Telmex Auditorium during your trip to Zapopan. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Guadalajara Cathedral
With its gothic twin spires, this church is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Guadalajara and has a fascinating history.
Basilica de Zapopan
This picturesque sanctuary lights up the town at night and is home to a famous Virgin statue and indigenous artworks.
Minerva Roundabout
See the famous statue of a Roman goddess at this iconic fountain, which is a popular spot for locals to meet and celebrate sporting victories.
Things to do
Mazamitla tour from Guadalajara visiting Mundo Aventura
From Guadalajara: Tequila Town and Cantaritos El Guero
Complete Tour on the Tequila Route from Guadalajara
From Guadalajara to Chapala Lake: Funny and cultural tour
Guadalajara: Mexican Charro and Charreada Cultural Tour
Guadalajara & Tlaquepaque guided tour
Top hotels in Mexicaltzingo
Hotel Gran Casa Xalisco
I wrote a beautiful message as to why I had to cancel. Here’s the message below, and I did not get a refund nor did I get a response at all to what I wrote. It was as if no one ever read it: Unfortunately, due to a sudden and serious family medical emergency, I am no longer able to travel as planned. ...
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Guadalajara
Staff is great!!
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hotel Dali Ejecutivo
Front desk was great, but bedroom's floor was dirty, found hair on the floor, looked like the didn't map it.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel Morales Historical & Colonial Downtown Core
Amenities and place in gorgeous
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hotel Velvet Plaza
Very nice hotel
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Guadalajara Airport
Yes
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mexicaltzingo
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.
Downtown Guadalajara
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Downtown Guadalajara. If sightseeing is on the list, Plaza de Armas is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Plaza Universidad Station or Guadalajara Centro Station to see more of the area.
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.
Colonia Americana
If you're spending time in Colonia Americana, check out sights like Templo Expiatorio del Santisimo Sacramento or Avienda Chapultepec and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Juarez Station or Mexicaltzingo Station.
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.
Lafayette
If you're spending some time in Lafayette, Applicant Service Center and Avienda Chapultepec are top sights worth seeing.
