Zapopan Private Half-Day Tour

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Summary

Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

Where to Meet

Reviews

Location

Guadalajara

Duration

4 hours

Number of Guests

1 - 11 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

English, Spanish

Other

Family-friendly, Private Experience

Digital Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Discover Zapopan with a private half-day tour guided by Diego. Explore the fusion of tradition and modernity, visiting historic sites, vibrant markets, and contemporary hotspots.

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

Experience Details

Discover Zapopan, a land where traditional and modern Mexico meet, with this fully private experience – the perfect introduction.

In a fun and slow-paced tour, you'll see Zapopan’s fundamental landmarks, including:

• The 17th-century Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan

• The municipal market

• The museum of indigenous Huichol art

• The town square

• Bosque Colomos

• Plaza Andares

and more!

In the first part of our tour we'll visit the old pueblo of Zapopan to admire the Basilica's breathtaking architecture and get a glimpse of a traditional Mexican working-class barrio. We will also visit Bosque Colomos, the most beautiful park/green area in the city.

In the second part we'll visit the modern side of town to discover the latest culinary trends at the most vibrant restaurant cluster and shopping area in Mexico: Plaza Andares.

Enjoy a personalized and high-quality experience with this fully private tour, exclusively for you and your group.

What You Get

In-vehicle air conditioning

Air-conditioned vehicle

Entrance tickets to all sites and museums

My services as a guide

Lunch

Good To Know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

Basilica de Nuestra Senora de Zapopan

The Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan is among the most visited religious sites in the world. Its history traces back to the indigenous groups who inhabited the region thousands of years before the arrival of the Franciscan friars, who introduced Catholicism and built the basilica in the late 1600s. Discover the origins of the image of Our Lady of Zapopan and how she continues to serve as a cornerstone of the community’s social fabric. You’ll also learn about Pope John Paul II’s historic visit to the basilica in 1979, along with many other fascinating facts that will deepen your understanding of Mexican society and culture.

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Museo Huichol Wixarica de Zapopan

The Museo de Arte Huichol Wixárika, also known as the Museo Etnográfico Huichol Wixárika, is a cultural gem located in the heart of Zapopan, Jalisco. Situated adjacent to the Basílica de Zapopan at Eva Briseño 152, this museum offers an intimate yet rich exploration of the traditions, spirituality, and artistry of the Wixárika people, commonly known as the Huichol. Despite its modest size, the museum houses a compelling collection of traditional Huichol artifacts. Here you will admire vibrant yarn paintings, intricate beadwork (known as chaquira), ceremonial masks, and sacred objects like nierikate—symbolic representations of the Huichol worldview. The exhibits also include musical instruments and everyday items that provide insight into the community's spiritual and cultural practices.

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Arcos de Zapopan

Plaza de las Americas is a charming plaza and pedestrian street that serves as the town square of Zapopan. Here, you’ll find small restaurants, coffee shops, museums, historic churches, a traditional market, the city hall, and an abundance of street food and local art. This vibrant space is key to understanding the historical development of Zapopan and remains a central gathering place where residents come together to strengthen community ties.

1 hourAdmission Ticket Free

Bosque Los Colomos

This breathtaking 227-acre urban forest, located on the border between Zapopan and Guadalajara, is perfect for light hiking and birdwatching. Here, we’ll take some time to reconnect with nature in the Japanese garden and escape the noise of the city, while discovering why this park is considered a 20th-century architectural and engineering gem.

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Plaza Andares

Andares is recognized as one of the most modern and vibrant shopping and dining destinations in Mexico. This impressive indoor-outdoor complex was built in Puerta de Hierro, the wealthiest neighborhood in Guadalajara. As one of the largest mixed-use developments in Latin America, Andares features a dynamic combination of shopping areas, restaurants, four office towers, two residential buildings, and a hotel. Here, we’ll enjoy lunch at one of the city’s most lively and contemporary Mexican restaurants, where you’ll have the chance to savor local cuisine and refreshing cocktails before we return to your accommodation.

2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Pickup Point

Select a pickup point

Pickup Details

- I can pick you up anywhere in Guadalajara's metropolitan area, including Zapopan. - This is a fully private tour! hence, we do not have to wait for anyone else, and we can go at your own pace, taking a break whenever you need.

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 4 reviews

(TripAdvisor)

Great experience

February 26, 2026

We enjoyed Diego’s tour of the cultural features of old Zapopan and learned of the contrasts between the old city and modern updates. Having never been there before, it was a great introduction.

(Viator)

Excellent tour of Zapopan

October 18, 2025

Diego was an excellent guide. He has in depth knowledge of the area ( he told us he was born in Zapopan), he was able to highlight the unique history of the area and adjust the places we visited s...read more

(TripAdvisor)

The many faces of Zapopan

September 02, 2025

Diego gave us very personalized service including some off the path shopping adventures. He is very knowledgeable and great at explaining things. He showed us many different facets of Zapopan- from...read more

(Viator)

Zapopan: A Beautiful Town Just Outside of Bustling Guadalajara

November 22, 2022

Diego, our guide, brought the city to life by showing us the various areas and comparing it to photos, which captured it in years past, as well as informing us of Zapopan’s rich history. He is ver...read more