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Guadalajara is a very special city, often called the most Mexican city in Mexico.
The word Guadalajara comes from the Arab word "Wad-al hidjara", which means "River that runs between rocks". The city is named after the native city of Nuño Beltrán de Guzmán who, looking for a bigger and more important kingdom then that of Hernán Cortés, was a conqueror of this land. Guadalajara was founded on four different occasions; the first time in 1535 in Nochistlán (today part of the State of Zacatecas); the following year it was transferred to the town of Tonalá. On the third occasion it was founded in 1539 after a great battle between the Indians and the Spaniards, fought on the hill of Mixtón where the famous Spaniard Pedro de Alvarado lost his life.
Finally, on the 14 of february of 1542, Doña Beatriz Hernández led 64 families into the Valley of Atemajac, on one side of the river San Juan de Dios, and founded the city of Guadalajara under the Royal order of Charles V.
The exact location is where the Degollado Theater stands today.
This city was capital of the kingdom of New Galicia, which dominated the territory all the way to what is today San Francisco, California.
On the 27th of May of 1824, Guadalajara became the capital of the State of Jalisco.
On February 14 1542, the first city council of Guadalajara was established. The Emperor Charles V of Germany and I of Spain, granted it the title of City and gave it its coat of arms that is still used today.
| Things To Do in Guadalajara | Address | Telephone |
| Visit the Zoo...Over 1500 animals - Walk or take the tram - This is a well kept zoo that takes pride in the care of their animals. | Paseo del Zoológico 600 | 3674-4488 |
| Selva Mágica...The Magic Jungle - Theme park for children of all ages - Thirty five rides including a mid sized roller coaster. | Next to the zoo. | 3674-0138 |
| Planetarium...Centro de Ciencia y Tecnología - Science, Space, Astronomy & Airplane exhibits - Great for the youngsters. | Next to the zoo. | 3674-4106 |
| Take a walk...Historic Center Walking Tour - Organized walking tours of Guadalajara's Historic Center- Maps at tourism office. | Centro Histórico | 3668-1600 |
| Get Culture...Visit a Museum or Theatre - Many spread out over the metropolitan area - Various collections and exhibitions. Inquire at the tourism office. | x | x |
| Open Air Concerts...Free concerts by The State Band of Jalisco on Thurs. and Sun. - on Tues. Municipal Band...all at 6:30 PM | Plaza de Armas | x |
| Swim, Soak and Slide...Visit on of the water parks listed below. | In & around Guadalajara | x |
| Tequila...Drink some or take a tour to nearby Tequila or Amatitán and learn a little (lot) about México's favorite drink. | See Tours (below) | x |
| Enjoy at night at the theater...A variety of live performances take place year round - Call for schedule. | Teatro Degollado | 3614-4773 |
| Folkloric Ballet...Presented every Sunday at 10:00 AM | Teatro Degollado | 3616-4991 |
| Enjoy a symphony...Philharmonic Orchestra of Jalisco Friday and Sunday performances at Teatro Degollado. | Teatro Degollado | 3658-3812 |
| Bullfights...Plaza Nuevo Progreso near the soccer stadium | M. Pirineos 1930 | 3637-9982 |
| Rodeos...Sundays at Noon - Lienzo charros de Jalisco - Colorful & exciting - 10 events - Mariachis or Brass Bands - Food & Drink | Siete Colinas 1722 | 3637-0563 |
| Go Kartmanía...Racing karts on real tracks - Snacks - Arcade | Av. Manuel A Camacho 2700 | 3854-3193 |
| Study Spanish...Foreign Student Study Center - University of Guadalajara - Spanish programs for different levels. | Calle Guanajuato 1047 | 3853-0040 |
| Ice Skating...Iceland Pista de Hielo - Hourly sessions - skates included - Restaurant - Ice Cream Parlor | Av. México 2582 | 3615-4438 |