LEARN
WALK SLOWLY
Think
fast. Travel slow.
LEARN SPANISH
Guadalajara is a great center for learning. There are at least
a dozen schools. For tips, consult our Directory
of Spanish Language Schools and our Language
School FAQ.
LEARN FRENCH
The Alliance Francaise de Guadalajara promotes French culture
through art exhibits and films. French classes are also available.
BE ACTIVE
TAKE A DEEP BREATH
The Bosque
la Primavera is called the 'lungs of the city.' It's a bit
of a challenge to visit, but hundreds of cyclists find their
way each weekend.
RIDE A BIKE
There are plenty of places to spin
your wheels! Sundays are the city's formal biking
day on the Via Recreativa, a long stretch of pavement.
PLAY RUGBY
Guadalajara has a local rugby club.
PLAY POOL
Billiards (billares) is popular all over town.
BOWL
Bowling is popular all over town.
EAT AND DRINK
TRY THE LOCAL FLAVOR
Jalisco has great local food and drink, including tortas ahogadas
and tequila.
GET ON THE TRAIN
Tequila Express ferries travelers to the agave lands.
EAT IN THE MARKET
The Mercado
Libertad is the largest of its kind in Latin America. It's
also a great place to shop.
VISIT A CITY PARK
Popular city parks include Parque Agua, Bosque El Centinela
and Parque Metropolitano.
CULTURE
VISIT THE BASILICA
Built in 1690, the ornate Basilica de Zapopan is one of the
city's oldest structures.
SEE THE MURALS
The Instituto Cultural Cabanas houses the work of Jalisco's
own Jose Clemente Orozco.
PACE YOURSELF IN THE PLAZA
Plaza Tapatia is a popular seven-block-long public space with
sculptures, stores and restaurants.
HAVE A SEAT AND SHOUT
Guadalajara has three top-notch soccer teams, including Chivas,
Atlas and Tecos.
VISIT A MUSEUM
There are dozens of fine museums in the city, including the
Museo de Arte
de Zapopan, Andador 20 de Noviembre #166 at the corner of
28 de Enero.
INSIDER TIPS
CHANGE THE WORLD
When making a purchase that involves change, bring a few coins
and small bills.
CHANGE THE WORLD, PART 2
Left over change? Take it downtown and give it to the musicians.
Support the arts!
WIRELESS
Looking for wireless internet? There are plenty of cybercafes.
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