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Guadalajara 3-Day Itinerary
The perfect long weekend in Guadalajara. Three days of must-see attractions, local favorites, and insider tips — from $37 to $240 per day.
Trip Overview
Duration
3 Days
Best Time
October to May
Budget Cost
$111
Mid-Range
$270
1
Day 1
Centro Histórico
Centro Histórico, Cathedral, Hospicio Cabañas murals, Mercado San Juan de Dios
Estimated cost: $90 (mid-range)
2
Day 2
Tequila town day trip
Tequila town day trip, distillery tours, agave fields
Estimated cost: $90 (mid-range)
3
Day 3
Tlaquepaque artisan walk
Tlaquepaque artisan walk, Lake Chapala, torta ahogada lunch
Estimated cost: $90 (mid-range)
Total 3-Day Cost Estimate
Budget
$111
$37/day x 3 days
Mid-Range
$270
$90/day x 3 days
Luxury
$720
$240/day x 3 days
Insider Tips
- Take the Tequila Express train to the town of Tequila for distillery tours and tastings
- Tlaquepaque neighborhood has the best artisan shops, blown glass, and mariachi plazas
- Eat birria (stew) at Birriería Las 9 Esquinas — Guadalajara invented this dish
- The Hospicio Cabañas murals by Orozco are Mexico's Sistine Chapel equivalent
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