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TOP THINGS TO DO IN GUADALAJARA


Visit the Government Palace


visiting the government palace is one of the top things to do in guadalajaraThis 18th century building looks very unassuming from the outside, but once you enter, you’ll be rewarded with stunning murals from the artist Jose Clemente Orozco. The size of the paintings are incredible, especially the one of Hidalgo which is located on the main staircase.

The Government Palace is free to enter, making it a top activity for those who are backpacking Mexico on a budget. Note that it’s not open on weekends.

Feast on Tortas Ahogadas

torta ahogada mexico in guadalajara

All that walking around is sure to make you hungry. When in Guadalajara, you can’t miss out on the local favourite known as tortas ahogadas. The name literally means “drowned sandwiches,” and you’ll know why as soon as you see one.

These local specialties are typically made with birote bread and chopped fried pork. The sandwich is then completely drenched in a sauce made primarily from dried chili peppers. They’re then served up with some slices of white onion, radishes, and the typical array of salsas and hot sauces you’ll find on any Mexican table.

Grabbing one of these sandwiches is one of the best things to do in Guadalajara when you have a hangover! The locals consider it the best cure. Eating amazing food is definitely one of the top things to do in Mexico.

Drink Tequila in Tequila

things to do in guadalajara take the tequila train to tequilaDid you know that Mexico’s most famous beverage comes from a town by the same name? Not far from Guadalajara, you will indeed find the Mexican town of Tequila. Taking a trip up there to visit the agave fields and a few of the distilleries is without a doubt one of the coolest things to do in Guadalajara.

You have several options for visiting Tequila, from simply catching a local bus and doing it yourself to taking a ride on the famed Tequila Express train. It’s a bit pricey, but it’s certainly an awesome experience that’s worth splurging on.







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