A Perfect Weekend in Guadalajara: Beyond Business

If your visit to the city started with a fair at the Expo or a business meeting, extending your stay to the weekend is the best decision you could make. Guadalajara is transformed on Saturdays and Sundays: traffic decreases, the pace relaxes and the cultural offer shines with its own light.

From Margot, your location is privileged not only for business, but also as a strategic starting point for exploring the contrasts of the city: from the tradition of magical urban towns to the most Trendy of the world.

Here's a curated itinerary with the 4 essential experiences for an unforgettable weekend.

1. Tlaquepaque: Art, Folklore and Gastronomy

About 25 minutes from Margot is San Pedro Tlaquepaque, a “Magic Town” embedded in the metropolis. It's the mandatory weekend getaway. Walk through the Independencia Street, a vibrant pedestrian walkway filled with world-class art galleries (such as Sergio Bustamante's), designer stores and colonial mansions.

• The plan: Arrive at noon, tour the galleries and eat in one of their traditional patios.
• Unmissable: Visit the El Refugio Cultural Center and have dinner at Luna House O Cielito Lindo for a complete visual and gastronomic experience.
• Type: It's the best place to buy fine craftsmanship and quality souvenirs.

2. Colonia Americana: The “coolest” neighborhood

Recently named by the magazine Time Out As the coolest neighborhood in the world, the American Colony is the epicenter of modern life, heritage architecture and coffee culture. Located near Chapultepec Avenue, it is ideal for a quiet walk on a Saturday morning or afternoon.

• The plan: Have breakfast or drink the Brunch (the area's specialty) and walk admiring the houses from the beginning of the 20th century.
• Unmissable: Visit the Expiatory Temple (impressive Neo-Gothic architecture) and having a coffee on Libertad or López Cotilla streets.
• Vibe: Hipster, relaxed, architectural and young.

3. Historic Center and Hospicio Cabañas

If this is your first time in the city, the center is a necessary stop. The colonial architecture, the impressive Catedral with its Neo-Gothic towers and the murals by José Clemente Orozco, are the soul of Guadalajara.

• The plan: Take a taxi or Uber to the center (avoid taking your own car to this area).
• The jewel in the crown: El Hospicio Cabañas. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and houses the most impressive murals in Orozco, including “The Fireman”. The architecture of the building alone is worth the visit.
• Cultural fact: On weekends there is usually videomapping at the Cathedral at night.

4. Andares and The Landmark: Contemporary Luxury

If you prefer a weekend of high-end shopping and modern architecture, head to the Puerta de Hierro area. Andares And The Landmark are the most exclusive shopping centers in the west of the country, where luxury brands and a cosmopolitan gastronomic offer are concentrated.

• The plan: An afternoon of Shopping followed by dinner in its gastronomic corridors.
• Vibe: Exclusive, modern and sophisticated.
• Distance: Approximately 20-25 minutes from Margot by car.

Frequently Asked Questions for your weekend

What's the best way to get to these places from the hotel?Although Guadalajara has public transportation, for a comfortable and efficient weekend we recommend using platforms such as Uber or DiDi. They are safe, plentiful and save you from the worry of looking for parking in busy areas such as El Centro or Tlaquepaque.

What place do you recommend for a Sunday breakfast?If you stay close to the hotel, the area of Chapalita (where Margot is) is famous for its breakfasts. Places like The Cafeteria or the bistros on Avenida de las Rosas are excellent and you can walk there. If you're looking for something more fashionable, go to the American Colony.

Guadalajara is a city that rewards those who take the time to explore it. After a day full of culture, art and flavors, your room at Margot is waiting for you to offer you the premium rest you need before returning to the routine.

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