Built in the early 19th century, the chapel is famous for a series of murals painted by José Clemente Orozco.
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Hilton Guadalajara
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#1 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
91 reviews
Attraction type Architectural Buildings
Distance 0.7 km from city centre
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- "Awesome murals by Orozco" 30 Apr 2012
- "A great display of public art!" 22 Apr 2012
- "Sore neck but well worth it!" 12 Apr 2012
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#2 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
34 reviews
The Hospicio Cabañas was built as an orphanage in the early 19th century. Its deconsecrated church was decorated with a famous series of murals by Orozco in the 1930s. Galleries... more »
Attraction type Architectural Buildings; Theatres; Art Museums
Distance 0.5 km from city centre
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- "Incredible paintings" 21 May 2012
- "Cabanas" 13 Mar 2012
- "A must in Guadalajara" 6 Mar 2012
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#3 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
82 reviews
Teatro Degollado is a wonderful old theater beautifully restored in the heart of the "el centro historico district" in Guadalajara. I have seen two concerts here and highly... more »
Attraction type Theatres; Architectural Buildings
Distance 0.4 km from city centre
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- "Folk Dancing" 28 Apr 2012
- "A 150-year-old gem!" 22 Apr 2012
- "Beautiful venue" 7 Apr 2012
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#4 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
33 reviews
Attraction type Factory Tours
Distance 1.7 km from city centre
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- "Jose Cuervo Distillery- Tequila, Mexico" 7 Apr 2012
- "really nice tour" 27 Mar 2012
- "Learn how tequila is made!" 14 Mar 2012
#5 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
25 reviews
Attraction type Religious Sites
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- "It's a symbol of the city" 30 Apr 2012
- "take the time to check it out" 11 Apr 2012
- "Guadalajara Cathedral" 7 Apr 2012
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#6 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
12 reviews
Attraction type Ancient Ruins
Distance 1.7 km from city centre
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- "sobre las ruinas de Guachimontones Teuchitlan" 24 May 2012
- "Lugar con historia" 30 Apr 2012
- "los guachimontones" 28 Apr 2012
#7 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
13 reviews
Attraction type Religious Sites
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- "Nice church" 30 Apr 2012
- "Quiet solitude" 13 Mar 2012
- "Strange building" 23 Dec 2011
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#8 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
82 reviews
This large zoo contains over 2,000 animals and is located in a beautiful ravine.
Attraction type Zoos
Distance 6.9 km from city centre
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- "Fantastic place for children" 15 May 2012
- "Beautiful Day" 30 Apr 2012
- "Older zoo, but fairly modern and vast." 14 Apr 2012
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#9 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
34 reviews
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This 18th-century government building, which served as the headquarters of the Juarez administration in 1858, contains a number of the famous murals......
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This 18th-century government building, which served as the headquarters of the Juarez administration in 1858, contains a number of the famous murals by Jose Clemente Orozco.
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Attraction type Government Buildings; Historic Sites; Art Museums
Distance 0.6 km from city centre
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- "Excellent guide" 30 Apr 2012
- "One of the many sites in the historic center" 11 Apr 2012
- "Fresco's of Hidalgo in the Palacio de Gobierno" 7 Apr 2012
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#10 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
23 reviews
Going to Guachimontones, you can feel like you're really discovering something, not just following a well-worn tourist route. By car, it is only 45 minutes from the beautiful... more »
Attraction type Ancient Ruins
Distance 1.7 km from city centre
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- "PreClassic Heritage(1500 b.c)" 16 Apr 2012
- "Out of the way but an interesting place" 30 Mar 2012
- "If you could say you saw Chichen itza 100 years..." 17 Feb 2012
#11 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
17 reviews
Attraction type Forests; Hiking Trails
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- "Nice place to visit and see Nature!" 12 Apr 2012
- "Unexpectedly nice!" 30 Mar 2012
- "A breath of fresh air" 28 Feb 2012
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#12 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
14 reviews
This ornate church, built over a 60 year period during the 16th and 17th centuries, has 11 altars donated by Spain's Fernando VII.
Attraction type Religious Sites
Distance 0.4 km from city centre
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- "This is right up there with some of Europe's..." 22 Apr 2012
- "One of the most beautiful." 25 Feb 2012
- "Beautiful symbol of the city" 7 Feb 2012
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#13 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
19 reviews
This beautifully ornate church, built in 1690, is one of the city's oldest structures.
Attraction type Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings; Monuments/ Statues
Distance 7.3 km from city centre
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- "good place to see" 27 Mar 2012
- "Impressive!" 25 Feb 2012
- "Zapopan Basilica" 18 Jan 2012
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#14 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
40 reviews
A massive expo center which holds many of latin America's annual events and conventions.
Attraction type Convention Centres
Distance 6.4 km from city centre
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- "Good venue for expos" 7 Apr 2012
- "Nothing to see if you are a tourist" 14 Mar 2012
- "Largest book fair in the Americas" 28 Feb 2012
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#15 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
42 reviews
Attraction type Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance 10.1 km from city centre
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- "Home of the local soccer team." 24 May 2012
- "Best option to go to a soccer match" 27 Mar 2012
- "Amazing venue for large events - great design" 25 Mar 2012
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#16 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
13 reviews
Attraction type Children’s Museums
Distance 11.0 km from city centre
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- "The Magic Museum" 27 Mar 2012
- "Children's museum" 25 Mar 2012
- "El Trompo Magico" 18 Jan 2012
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#17 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
24 reviews
This Roman goddess statue is the gathering place after the Mexican soccer nationals.
Attraction type Monuments/ Statues
Distance 4.6 km from city centre
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- "Symbol of the city" 30 Apr 2012
- "Minerva" 18 Jan 2012
- "Look Quick as Driving By" 29 Dec 2011
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#18 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
22 reviews
This museum features modern-day and historical pottery pieces.
Attraction type Museums
Distance 0.5 km from city centre
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- "Beautiful and interesting historically" 7 Apr 2012
- "Small but good" 30 Mar 2012
- "Worth a quick visit while you're in Tlaquepaque" 21 Feb 2012
#19 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
50 reviews
Attraction type Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
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- "Lake Chapala is true Mexican Attraction" 18 May 2012
- "Big" 30 Apr 2012
- "A great place to retire" 30 Apr 2012
#20 of 107 attractions in Guadalajara
12 reviews
This building houses an art museum with murals by Jose Clemente Orozco.
Attraction type Architectural Buildings; Art Museums
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- "Beautiful place" 23 Feb 2012
- "UdeG Rectoia" 18 Jan 2012
- "Autónoma de Guadalajara" 26 May 2012
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