Guadalajara, Mexico – Guadalajara, the birthplace of iconic Mexican heritage including mariachi, tequila and charrería, is world-renowned for exceptional and authentic cultural experiences. With significant recognition from annual year-end lists from top travel media brands including National Geographic‘s “Best of the World” and Travel + Leisure‘s “World’s Best Awards,” as well as renewed tourism experiences and expanded connectivity from major carriers across the United States and Canada, Guadalajara is poised to welcome even more travelers to this vibrant, cosmopolitan city.
“Guided by the foundational principles of tradition and innovation, Guadalajara is an ever-evolving city that is proudly rooted in iconic Mexican culture,” said Gustavo Staufert, CEO of the city’s Convention and Visitors Bureau. “As we continue expanding and improving our tourism offerings, we look forward to welcoming new and returning visitors in 2025 to experience our internationally recognized culinary scene, exceptional museums and galleries, and world-class events.”
Travelers from major markets in the U.S. and Canada now have more opportunities than ever to visit Guadalajara, thanks to several recently unveiled flight routes. Alaska Airlines and Volaris will offer nonstop service from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) beginning in December. Aeroméxico announced four new routes from major U.S. hubs including Denver, Miami, Las Vegas and Orlando. Earlier this year, Canadian low-cost carrier Flair Airlines introduced nonstop service from Vancouver and Toronto Pearson.
Visitors to Guadalajara can enjoy new experiences, including the recently revived Tequila Express Train. With an investment of more than USD$9 million, and in conjunction with the Jalisco state government, in October, the Guadalajara Chamber of Commerce and Grupo México Transporte relaunched the Tequila Express Train that connects the Magical Town of Tequila with downtown Guadalajara. Available on Fridays and Saturdays, the train service is available both ways and includes shuttles from the train station to Tequila’s downtown where different attractions are located such as the National Tequila Museum. Tickets can be purchased through the official website.
Guadalajara also features numerous annual events and cultural experiences, making the city an ideal year-round travel destination. One of the city’s largest events held annually in late August is the annual International Mariachi and Charrería Festival, which attracts an average 500 mariachi bands from across the world eager to share their unique takes on the traditional Mexican genre, the event also celebrates charrería, or the Mexican national sport of rodeo.
Travelers will also love exploring the city’s main tourism neighborhood, Colonial Americana, which features numerous eateries, boutiques and galleries. Recognized in 2022 by Time Out as “the coolest neighborhood in the world,” Colonial Americana was recently designated as one of Mexico’s “Magical Neighborhoods,” a distinction given to emblematic neighborhoods across the country that reflect the spirit and essence of the city. The neighborhood is also home to El Gallo Altanero, which was recently named the #48 Best Bar in the World by The World’s 50 Best Bars.
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