Lonely PlanetAug 2515 Things to Know Before Traveling to GuadalajaraTraveling to Guadalajara? Lucky you. Read up on all you need to know before you arrive in this vibrant Mexican city.Cultural institute with murals.21 things in this storyRestaurante AlcaldeRestaurantMichelin-feted eatery celebrating local ingredients.XokolRestaurantIt has received a Michelin star.Fiestas de OctubreFestivalMonthlong celebration with parades and live shows.Basílica de ZapopanSightSite of an annual pilgrimage on October 12.Catedral de GuadalajaraPlace of worshipHistoric cathedral in the city center.Instituto Cultural de CabañasMuseumCultural institute with murals.Croissants AlfredoBakeryBakery known for chocolate-stuffed cuernos.Tacos de Barbacoa ArturoRestaurantStreet food taco stand.Parque RevoluciónSightOffers free bike loans on Sundays.Arena Coliseo de GuadalajaraSightMain venue for lucha libre wrestling matches.Hotel Casa GrandeHotelFuencemillán es un pequeño pueblo de 130 habitantes situado en la parte Norte de la provincia de…Mercado LibertadMarketTraditional market where jericallas can be found.San Juan de DiosTrain stationArea containing Mercado Libertad.tejuinoRestaurantA refreshing fermented corn drink.Colonia AmericanaNeighborhoodTonaláNeighborhoodTlaquepaqueNeighborhoodCafe PalRealCaféCentro HistóricoNeighborhoodRuta 176PlaceAtasaPlaceRead the full piece at Lonely Planet →