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Freetour Guadalajara: History, Architecture and Art

Duration: 2h and 30min
Languages: English, Spanish
Quality Verified Registered on July 31, 2018

Because we know that ist not necessary much money to know and learn about a city. Estación México Free Tour is designed to offer free walking tours to show the wonders that hide a place in each of its streets. Based in the concept of reciprocity, our guides give all their knowledge, happiness and personality to transmit the best stories, the best legends, and myths that keep so many years of legacy in each of the cities. Our guides are not only historians are storytellers, who besides knowing dates and names, also know recount and contextualize the highlights of Mexican culture. Estación México is a collective created in order to expand the knowledge and love for the history of Mexico through free walking tours *ABOUT COVID- 19: All activity in this experience will take place following official guidelines. Estación Mexico is adhering to all rules and regulations provided by the local and federal government of Mexico.

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Guadalajara is the soul of Mexico, a city with more than 450 years of history and culture. Walk through its beautiful streets, learn about its colonial past and discover its invaluable art on this free tour through the historic center of the city.


On this tour we will visit the most emblematic elements of the center of Guadalajara, starting with the Cruz de Plazas, where the most representative monuments and buildings of the city are located. We will see the imposing Cathedral and discover its stories and secrets.

We will learn about the founding of the city and appreciate beautiful buildings such as the Degollado Theater, a symbol of Guadalajara's culture.

We will pass in front of the Museum of Journalism and Graphic Arts, known for its impressive architecture and the legends that surround it.

We will end the tour in front of the Hospicio Cabañas, a magnificent neoclassical building that houses the impressive murals of José Clemente Orozco and is considered a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Join us and discover the magic of this fascinating city!

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What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Av. Fray Antonio Alcalde, Zona Centro...
    Av. Fray Antonio Alcalde, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico
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    Your guide will be waiting for you in front of the monumental sculpture in the shape of a human head called "Arbol Adentro" carrying a pink umbrella.

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Escultura Cabeza Gigante (Árbol Adentro) de José Fors
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Regional Museum of Guadalajara
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Rotonda de los Jaliscienses Ilustres
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Museo del Periodismo y las Artes Gráficas
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Catedral de Guadalajara
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Quiosco Francés (De las Musas)
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Plaza de la Liberación
  • 8
    Outside visit
    Teatro Degollado
  • 9
    Outside visit
    Plaza de la Liberación
  • 10
    Outside visit
    Coat of Arms of the City of Guadalajara (Emblem of Guadalajara)
  • 11
    Outside visit
    Hospicio Cabañas

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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