Walking Tour of Analco: History and street Food in Guadalajara

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US$93.07 per guest

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Earliest available date: September 17, 2026

Free cancellation (24 hours notice)

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10 meals

Summary

Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

Where to Meet

Reviews

Location

Guadalajara

Duration

3 hours

Number of Guests

1 - 12 guests

Language

English, Spanish

Other

Wheelchair Accessible, Pet-friendly

Digital Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Uncover Guadalajara's origins on a walking tour of Analco. Explore historic temples, vibrant murals, and savor iconic street food in a small group. Discover Jalisco's rich cultural tapestry.

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Explore the soul of Guadalajara on a small-group walking tour (max. 12 people) through the Analco neighborhood, the city's oldest. Founded in 1542, this historic corner offers an authentic connection to the colonial past and the vibrant culture of Jalisco, rarely experienced by tourists.

What to expect:

Journey to the Origins: Discover Franciscan temples older than the Cathedral itself and admire the Neocolonial architecture that defines Guadalajara's identity.

Art and Tradition: Stroll through historic plazas and past urban murals that tell the story of the neighborhood's evolution.

Foodie Legacy: Complete the experience with dinner at "Tortas Analco," an iconic stand serving authentic local flavors since 1955.

Ideal for those seeking a genuine experience away from the crowds, with a deep focus on history, street art, and neighborhood cuisine..

What You Get

Dinner

You can choose between Tortas, Tostadas, or flautas

Historic Walking Tour at Barrio de Analco

Bottled water

Purified water

Private transportation

Good To Know

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Service animals allowed
Wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

Estación Independencia - Línea 3

Meet your local guide at the subway station by the elevator. (Estación Independencia - Línea 3).

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Monument to the Centennial of Independence

This Independence monument was inaugurated in 1910 during the celebrations for dictator Porfirio Díaz's visit from Mexico City. It is a replica of the Angel of Independence in the capital.

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

San José de Analco Garden

It serves as the main square of the Analco neighborhood, located directly in front of the parish of San José. During the viceregal era, this site hosted the street market for product exchanges, while the royal court also resolved conflicts and criminal cases here. Today, visitors can enjoy the gardens, fountain, and sports fields.

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Parish of San José de Analco

Founded in 1543, it predates the Guadalajara Cathedral. Its style is eclectic, featuring Baroque and Renaissance elements alongside elements of Roman architecture. Inside, there is the chapel of the Virgen de la Salud, which celebrates a pilgrimage in style every year on the fourth Sunday of October.

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

NEVERIA ANALCO

Try the most traditional ice cream in the Analco neighborhood. Here, artisanal ice creams are prepared with organic fruit and natural sweets. They have been serving customers for decades, thanks to their more than 15 delicious flavors.

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

St Sebastian of Analco Garden

In this garden, a traditional bandstand stands at the center of the square. Opposite it is the old hermitage of San Sebastian; today, the temple of San Sebastian Martir, built in the 17th century, occupies that location. Additionally, there is a monument known as the Stele Against Oblivion, dedicated to the explosions that occurred in the neighborhood on April 22, 1992.

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Monumento Estela Contra Olvido

Monument honoring the tragic explosions that occurred in Analco on April 22, 1992.

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Templo de San Sebastian de Analco

The temple was built in the 17th century using indigenous labor. Its architectural style combines indigenous and European traditions. A clear example of cultural syncretism in Mexico.

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Mercado Ayuntamiento "El de los Elotes"

Established in the 1940s, it was the first market in the city to feature a gate made of wrought iron. It is also known as the "elotes" market, as it serves as a production and distribution center for corn and its derived products (tamales, atole, tortillas, tostadas, etc).

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Tortas Analco

After the historic walk, take a moment to enjoy local food at Tortas Analco, a food stand that has been serving authentic Mexican cuisine since 1957. (Included in price)

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Calz Independencia Sur 398, Calzada Independencia Sur, Jalisco, Mexico, MX, 44100

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See you outside the "Independencia" station on Line 3 of the Light Rail. Right in front of the Hotel Alcazar. The streets that cross are Avenida Revolución and Calzada Independencia

End Point

Tortas Analco, Guadalupe Victoria, Jalisco, Mexico, MX, 44450

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Enjoy local street food at a family-run business that has been operating since the 1950s.

Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
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Reviews

5.0

based on 8 reviews

(TripAdvisor)

Unforgettable experience

August 07, 2026

Fernando is the perfect guide. He is endlessly knowledgeable, warm, open to possibility, and deeply connected to the city. The experience he gave me was the highlight of my trip.

(Viator)

Fernabdo is a wonderful guide

March 02, 2026

Fernando is an excellent guide and a wonderful person. Not only does he have great knowledge, but he also has love and passion for his work. This was our second tour with him and we recommend it 10...read more

(Viator)

Fun and educational

May 28, 2025

Fernando very fun and knowledgeable of the area. Plenty of walking to do and to see and a refreshing beer to finish it

(TripAdvisor)

March 21, 2025

I had a great tour with Fernando. Even though I was the only signed up for the tour that day, he took me to all the sites and explained what they all meant. We finished off at the craft brewery a...read more

(Viator)

Great experience and delicious beer

March 19, 2025

Walking through the town and learning history of the city. Enjoying local beer at the end of the tour.

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