Visiting Guadalajara? Don’t miss the chance to spend a few hours in one of Mexico’s most beloved little towns. There are over 130 pueblos magicos nationwide, cherished for their history and charm, and none is more beloved or visited than Tlaquepaque. At the doorstep of Jalisco’s capital it offers both antiquity and proximity to modern Mexican urbanity. We specialize in walking tours of a this pueblo that has played an outsized role in the country’s history.

Tlaquepaque is a 20 minute taxi ride from Guadalajara’s historic center, so a visit here makes for a perfect day trip. Since colonial times the town has been a destination for Mexican families who visit year around to enjoy the festive and joyful atmosphere. Local pride in Tlaquepaque’s history and culture is on display everywhere, in abundant works of public art, and especially on weekends when street performances of traditional music and folkloric dancing are common.

You may know Jalisco as the home of tequila and Mariachi music, and Tlaquepaque has those to offer, but with a long history of national fame as the source of some of the finest craftsmanship Mexico has to offer, it also presents a storybook backdrop to a vast selection of shops in which to browse. Shop for ceramics, blown glass, textiles, art, and more. Whether taking in the historic sites on our tour, or buying handmade products that will enrich your home, you will remember the time you spend here as a highlight of your trip to Mexico!