Private tour in Guadalajara Luis B

Guadalajara and Tlaquepaque: The Perfect Combination

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Luis B.

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The region of Jalisco is the most representative of the whole country. Jalisco is the land of the mariachi, tequila, charreria, and much more. Its colored villages invite you to walk, relax, and have fun. With many attractions like museums, galleries, shops, and excellent restaurants. The state capital, Guadalajara, is a fascinating place, a cosmopolitan city with its very own identity. The Lake Chapala area, with beautiful towns and very gentle weather throughout the year, is a favorite destination for winter vacations. Mexico is a country with a very rich culture and history. Ranks first in the Americas in the number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Its diversity of customs, its magnificent and traditional cuisine, climate, and above all, the friendliness of its people are what make this country a place to visit at least once in your life, always invited to return. Socrates said: "There is only one good, knowledge. There is only one evil, ignorance". My passion to know my country, its very vast history and culture, is what motivated me to become a tour guide. Since I was very young, I have enjoyed interacting with people from all over the world. I have been fortunate to be able to travel, live, and work in many different countries and learn about other cultures and customs. Now that I have the time and opportunity to show my country to visitors from any part of the world, I have the feeling that I am reaping the benefits of the knowledge I have cultivated all my life. Most of my life I have lived in this beautiful region, and I know very well its places, customs, and lots of nice and helpful people who always make us feel welcome. I am a good, experienced driver, and you always feel comfortable and safe in my vehicle. I will always do my best to make your experience in this region of Mexico memorable and enjoyable. I am a professional book editor and photographer. For the past 25 years, I have edited art books for museums, art galleries, and artisan towns. I have been working in the hospitality business for more than 20 years. While working for the local newspaper, I visited all the museums, historical sites, and buildings, as well as most of the towns and villages in the State of Jalisco, writing articles and taking photographs of all these places.

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Overview of your Guadalajara tour

The perfect combination to appreciate the beauty and charm of two neighboring cities, both full of history and traditions. The tour begins with a panoramic tour of the main attractions in Guadalajara until we arrive at the Historic Downtown District, where we begin our guided walking tour that includes the Cathedral, The Four Squares, Degollado Theatre, and Plaza Tapatia. We will afterward drive to Tlaquepaque, a charming Artisan town where you will have a guided walking tour of the historic center. In this beautiful village, you will find shops and galleries with textiles, handicrafts, leather products, and many of the best restaurants in the region.

Recent Reviews

Steven R.United States
June 2026

Luis is the BEST!!! He is very knowledgeable and was able to tailor the tour our specific requests. We can’t recommend him highly enough.

Brad W.Canada
January 2026

This was definitely a great tour combination for first time visitors. Luis was very knowledgeable and familiar with the city and added his personal knowledge with suggestions and recommenations of what more to do. Thank Luis.

Mavis N.United States
January 2026

Excellent day with Luis, he speaks better English than you do. We had a great tour! I highly recommend him.

Randy Z.United States
January 2026

What a wonderful day we had with Luis. He was very friendly and knowledgeable of the history and culture. He fine tuned the tour to skip sites we had already visited, and added one that we requested. We can't wait to come again.

Pat C.United States
December 2025

Luis is the best. Highly recommended. You can’t do better than this tour.

Jamie M.United States
October 2025

Luis is an amazing tour guide. He tailored the order of the tour to where we were staying and provided great recommendations along the way. When we were tired, he led us on a quick route back to the hotel. Such a personable and wonderful person!

Your Guadalajara tour itinerary

Pick you up at your hotel or place of staying to begin a panoramic drive through the main areas of the city, sharing its history, traditions, and legends with you. We will drive by the Minerva Fountain, the Los Arcos monument, the lovely Chapultepec area with many monuments and colonial mansions, the neo-Gothic Expiatory Church, and the old university building where the Museum of Art is. Upon arrival at the historic center, we begin a guided walking tour that includes: Plaza de Armas, Cathedral, Libertad Plaza, Plaza of the Illustrious Men of Jalisco, Plaza Tapatia, Degollado Theatre, and the fabulous Cabañas Orphanage. We will afterward drive to Tlaquepaque, a charming Artisan town, where you will have a guided walking tour of the historic center. In this beautiful village, you will find shops and galleries with textiles, handicrafts, leather products, and many of the best restaurants in the region. The tour can be customized upon request.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

Toyota Avanza SUV. Very Clean. Air-conditioned. for 6 passengers.

What's included
Other: Includes transportation and tour guide. Entrance fee to The Cabañas Museum-Orphanage.
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Lunch and drinks (after the tour). I can recommend some local restaurants for your lunch after the tour.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico

Hotel, Airbnb, private house, airport

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
History
Layover
Tour reference number
897446
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

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This private tour is ideal for first-time visitors to Guadalajara who want to explore the beauty and charm of both Guadalajara and Tlaquepaque. It's perfect for those interested in history, traditions, and local culture. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible.

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