Points of Interest & Landmarks in Jalisco, Mexico 2023

Most reviewed Points of Interest & Landmarks in Jalisco

4.5 Marina Vallarta (1.876 reviews)
- Active area filled with boats, restaurants, pharmacies, massages and tour agencies.
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

Marina Vallarta operated by Bay View Grand, is considered a prime location marina located in the heart of Puerto Vallarta Jalisco. Marina Vallarta offers all our guests excellent customer service, 354 slips up to 160´, pump out services, power, water, oil disposal, dry dock, Internet Wi-Fi which is the best in the region, fuel station in the entrance channel, hotels, restaurants, bars, and much more, all these just 3 minutes away from the International airport and 10 minutes from Puerto Vallarta downtown. See more..
4.5 El Centro (842 reviews)
- Really prefer this area as great selection of restaurants and street food at reasonable prices
Neighborhoods • Points of Interest & Landmarks

The half-mile long boardwalk that borders the shoreline. See more..
4.5 Malecón de Ajijic (727 reviews)
- Views, Art, Sunshine
Points of Interest & Landmarks

An enchanting walkway along Lake Chapala meeting great people, many walking very well socialized dogs. Causal dining outdoors was a relaxing with excellent & very reasonably priced food. Local artist and groundskeepers have created amazing works to enjoy. We saw some graffiti and the next time we came it was covered with fresh paintings! Keep up the tremendous effort people of Ajijic! It makes a difference!! See more..
4.5 Plaza de Armas (372 reviews)
- Beautiful
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Home of Iglesia de Guadalupe, Puerto Vallarta's most distinctive landmark. See more..
4.5 Independencia Avenue (362 reviews)
- Must see for shoppers
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Mall shopping has a place in my life for needs and artisan shopping fills my soul with the joy of craftsmanship and beauty you can't find in a shopping mall. The layout of shops in Tlaquepaque along Calle Independence is so beautiful and inviting. Hand crafted clothing, shoes and bags, jewelry, art galleries, furniture and decorating items, as well as local coffee, sweets and tequila and many different restaurants for your snacking breaks. The town square is a lovely place to have a cold drink and people watch if shopping is not your thing. Having been to both Tlaquepaque and Tonalá, I would recommend doing both pueblos, since the shopping experiences are quite different, but equally enjoyable. So happy to have made the trip and will definitely return. See more..
4.5 Plaza de la Liberación (285 reviews)
- Take a walking tour, it's much more interesting
Points of Interest & Landmarks

This always busy downtown plaza lies at the heart of the city's historic district. See more..
4.5 Mirador de La Cruz (260 reviews)
- Amazing vistas of Vallarta and the Bay
Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Lookouts

This lookout offers great panoramic views of Puerto Vallarta and the whole Bay of Banderas, including parts of the city east of the mountains. It's not as difficult a hike up the lookout as you might think. Most people who are comfortable walking uphill can do this. Bring your camera or smart phone for pics! Great times to go are for sunrise and sunset. At sunrise, in particular, you may find yourself with the whole lookout all to yourself. Interesting tip: The "Down Vallarta" international mountain bike race which takes place each spring starts from the mirador de la cruz. See more..
4.5 Santuario de Nuestra Senora de Zapopan (243 reviews)
- I HAD READ ABOUT THIS TREASURE AND NOW I SAW IT.
Points of Interest & Landmarks

This church is second in importance only to Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City. I had read about the annual pilgrimage that takes place there in Dane Chandos' book VILLAGE IN THE SUN. Chandos (a pseudonym) was a British adventurer who spent the last years of his young life in the village of Ajijic on Lake Chapala and died in the 1940s and is buried in the Ajijic cemetery with his father. The pilgrimage has been happening for centuries. The actual statue of the this version of the Blessed Mother reminded me of the small statue of the Infant of Prague in the Czech Republic. I expected it to be larger than it is but it originally was carried by a Franciscan Friar and is made of corn paste. The colonial architecture is magnificent and the plaza in front of the basilica is huge. It is well worth a visit. See more..
4.5 Glorieta Chapalita (194 reviews)
- One of the best designed parks in the city.
Points of Interest & Landmarks

This square is surrounded by interesting restaurants and is a nice place to relax. See more..
4.5 Nueve Esquinas (171 reviews)
- Cute little Plaza!
Points of Interest & Landmarks

This plaza connects nine streets and offers many fine restaurants. See more..
4.5 Parroquia Santiago Apostol (116 reviews)
- Lovely historic church and UNESCO site.
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

We visited this 1649 Parish church and the plaza area, a focal point of this small town’s designation as a UNESCO site. The single nave interior is beautiful with the blue and yellow accents and the colors of the multi wood parquet floors. It’s a quiet haven in an otherwise congested town overflowing with tourists. Parking was not a problem just 4 blocks from the church or follow one of the many men holding the ‘E’ signs for closer pay parking. See more..
4.5 Plaza Principal Tequila Jalisco (112 reviews)
- Beautiful Town, Must go!!
Points of Interest & Landmarks

The town square of Tequila. A great place to hang out. We saw the Flying Dancers (Voladores de Papantala) perform right in front of the square, it was truly a sight to behold. They have a lot of small stores outside where I highly recommend that you try the Cantarito (tequila cocktail) and the corn vendors. Other interesting local drinks to try include (Anejo, Carajillo, Cahronegro, Paloma, Vampiro and Michelada). They have a monument with TEQUILA written, where you can get some great photos. A must do place if you are in the Guadalajara/Jalisco region. It is a designated “Pueblos Magicos” - which translates to "magic towns". See more..
4.5 Centro Historico de Lagos de Moreno (100 reviews)
- Lagos de Moreno, Pueblo Magico with Nice People
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Worth visiting, nice break from grungy Guadalajara as it was clean, quiet, and interesting. I found people to be respectful, smiling, and super helpful. Best sites were the main city square and its cathedral, and the Templo del Calvario. Best food was at Linda Lagos in the Lagos Inn overlooking the main cathedral. See more..
4.0 Antiguos Lavaderos (94 reviews)
- Good historic site
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks

Stopped here on on tour of the nearby distilleries. Interesting history. Amazing that the water runs non-stop from the volcano to here. Fun to see how clothes were washed in the past. See more..
4.5 Malecon de Jocotepec (54 reviews)
- A lovely spot to view the lake
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Parks • Jogging Paths & Tracks

It is well worth a visit to the Malecon for the beautiful views of the lake and the mountains. There are colorful sculptures to enjoy as well as numerous delicious food and drink stands with adult beverages. Also available are picnic areas if you want to bring food. Always clean and nice for the family. Sometimes rides for the kids. See more..
4.5 Lugar de los Altos de Jalisco (37 reviews)
- My home sweet home town...
Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

I was born at this place, and during the days of April 17 and April 30th... they celebrate the patron saint...El Señor De la Misericodia, all the festivities revolves around this religious celebration. Many things to experience and see. See more..
4.5 Plaza de Chapala (34 reviews)
- Great gathering place
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks

This plaza is a great place to people watch as well as getting a bite to eat at the many restaurants located around and in the Mercado. See more..
4.5 Plaza Principal (31 reviews)
- Lovely town center of this Pueblo Magico
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks

Mascota was recently designated a Pueblo Magico which is a designation for special and significant tourist towns in Mexico. Mascota is a small, well kept town, with beautiful cobbled streets. The town plaza has a lovely gazebo and garden area perfect for resting and people watching. The lovely church and municipal building are also on the square. There is a coffee shop on 1 corner and an ATM on the other. The region is known for its coffee, cheeses, preserves and Raicilla (basically tequila but not from the designated region). The road from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara goes through Mascota and is a beautiful scenic drive. There are also some nice scenic drives nearby Mascota. See more..
4.5 Casa de las piedras (26 reviews)
- Quirky Place and Amazing Owner
Points of Interest & Landmarks

On a day trip from bucerias, we decided to drop by his house to see if he still welcomes visitors. Francisco is not a young man, but so happy to give us a private tour of his house. I had read that he charged 10 pesos a person in 2018, but I did not ask him the price and gave him 50 pesos in recognition of his 20 years of work, and his great imagination. I loved it, so different from the usual museums and you get to meet this lovely local man. See more..
4.5 Kiosco de Ajijic (15 reviews)
- A nice place to relax
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A nice place to sit with a coffee (or something stronger) and people watch. It's the heart of the town and gets full in the evening. Lots of shops, places to eat and drink or just sit on a bench. See more..
4.0 Gobierno de San Sebastián del Oeste (15 reviews)
- San Sebastián del Oeste
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Government Buildings

This government building features a mural by Gabriel Flores depicting the founding of the city. See more..
4.0 Las Piedras Bolas (7 reviews)
- Amazing Challenging Hike
Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

This hike is between Ahualulco and Ameca. There are giant perfectly rounded stone formations (2-3 meters in diameter) in the middle of the forest. MUST SEE! The trail starts right off the highway. If you have an SUV you can drive half way and then hike to the site. We hiked all the way from the highway. The views are amazing! There are two hanging bridges over the canyon that we had to walk on to get to the other side. There is a trail that takes you to the same point, so whoever has a fear of heights can use that one but the bridges are FUN! The hike itself isn't too strenuous. See more..
4.0 Iglesia de San Sebastian Martir (7 reviews)
- Old Spanish church with lots of History.
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Churches & Cathedrals

The original Iglesias de San Sebastian Martir was constructed in 1608, and with its old bell tower and gray exterior walls, it’s not much to look at on the outside. But inside is very different, with its Corinthian columns and vaulted ceiling covered in lovely frescos, its pure Colonial Spanish style Baroque. There are many statues and paintings scattered around the church, there is also a model of Jesus in a glass box, and high up in the air above the main nave are pretty crystal Chandeliers hanging. There is a small side chapel with a painting of John the Baptist, baptizing Jesus, hanging on the wall behind the Font. To enter the church is free, but to visit the small museum next door there is a small fee. TIP: if you are making a trip to or from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta, San Sebastián del Oeste it’s a good place to make a stop. Please If you found this review informative, could you check the box below as I am trying to set a record. Thank you. See more..
3.0 Casa donde vivio Juan Jose Arreola en Zapotlan el Grande (6 reviews)
- Visita a casa de Arreola
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Muy interesante conocer la vida de sr juan jose arreola y cosas interesantes que hay en su casa como vivia como escribia y como apreciaba el lugar donde vivia una persona culta y respetuosa muy conocida en la ciudad por su muy caracteristica forma de vestir y de conversar See more..
4.0 Plaza Civica (3 reviews)
- Place to relax and enjoy.
Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

This is a big plaza located right at the entrance of the city where locals come to just walk, roller skate or ride their bicycles. It's a nice place to come with the family and play with the kids. See more..
4.5 Ocotlan Presidencia Municipal (city Hall) (3 reviews)
- Biggest stained glass window (on the ceiling) I have ever seen!
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Government Buildings
We walked into this government building and were just overcome by the stained glass ceiling! They have tried to illustrate the story of this old Mexican city in stained glass. This is pretty new, done in 2011 for a cost of 800,000 Mexican pesos, about $50,000 US. See more..
3.0 Malecón De Barra De Navidad (3 reviews)
- What is there? One statue and people riding bikes
Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks • Lookouts

So, a long uneven walkway by one statue, some picnic areas, you pay a nominal fee or umbrella. Saw some little skiffs in water. You can take one over to the Grand Hotel for little money and walk around the lovely grounds and visit inside. See more..
4.5 Templo de San Cayetano (3 reviews)
- El de Atotonilco el Alto es muy hermoso y tiene una vista impresionante
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites

La fotografía del templo de San Cayetano que está en la portada no corresponde a la ciudad de Atotonilco el Alto. Esa es de Otra ciudad. Mando algunas del templo en Atotonilco el Alto
La fotografía del templo de San Cayetano que está en la portada no corresponde a la ciudad de Atotonilco el Alto. Esa es de Otra ciudad. Mando algunas del templo en Atotonilco el Alto See more..
5.0 Casa Taller Literario Juan José Arreola (3 reviews)
- Gran lugar
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks

Gran lugar para visitar en ciudad guzman, vale la pena conocerlo.
Hay exposición temporal y fija.
Vale totalmente la pena See more..
5.0 Presa del Chiflon (2 reviews)
Bodies of Water • Points of Interest & Landmarks

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4.0 El Castillo de Tequila (1 review)
- Lugar en obra aún pero agradable
Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops • Points of Interest & Landmarks

El lugar está en proceso de construcción aun aunque su tienda está en servicio sin problema. La degustación es sobre todos sus tequilas y están buenísimos!
Debido a las obras no hay recorridos aún pero se se ve que cuando lo terminen les quedará genial. Es una escala de unos 15-20 minutos pero no se arrepentirán. See more..
5.0 Plaza de Toros Alberto Balderas (1 review)
- Lo mas Importante del Carnaval
Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

Según don Ernesto Medina Lima, el 4 de febrero de 1940 tuvo lugar la primera corrida formal en Autlán, con matadores de primera línea, ya en la actual plaza de toros. Esa tarde actuaron aquí dos de los toreros mejores y más populares de México: Chucho Solórzano y Alberto Balderas que, según la crónica de don Ernesto, ofrecieron una lidia tan grande que parte del público autlense salió de la plaza "con los ojos húmedos de emoción, las manos rojas y la voz enronquecida". Ese mismo año muere este torero por lo que se le decide ponerle asi a la recien plaza de toros inagurada, antes se le llamaba el Renacimiento y era hecha de petate, se armaba y se desarmaba.

Actualmente esta hecha de ladrillos y cemento, cuenta con una capacidad para 6.000 personas, a lo largo del año se realizan eventos artísticos, culturales, taurinos, reuniones, convenciones y otros, sin embargo los 10 días anteriores al miércoles de ceniza se realiza el Carnaval Taurino Autlán de la Grana, inciando diariamente con el Toro de 11 de jaripeos y el último fin de semana (sábado, domingo, lunes y martes) se desarrollan corridas de toros, por la noche se presentan artistas y cantantes, tniendo asi el record de 3 eventos con lleno total durante 4 dias consecutivos. Aunque la fiesta data de antes de 1832, fue hasta en 1887 en que se presentó en esta Plaza el primer torero vestido de luces, por lo que esta plaza presentaba corridas formales, mucho antes que la Plaza México. See more..
5.0 Un Regalo para mi Autlan (1 review)
- Destacado Mural
Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks
Realizado por el pintor ensenadense Nork, este mural es un collage de referencias a la cultura popular autlense y a elementos de su patrimonio cultural y natural. Pueden verse representaciones de la flora y la fauna, como un órgano pitayero, una cochinilla, el teocintle, un jaguar o un pájaro bandera, junto a figuras tradicionales como la chirimía, la capilla del Cerrito y la tauromaquia. Aunque también aparecen la pérgola mayor del CUCSur, el Ingenio Melchor Ocampo y un jinete en acción dentro de la plaza de toros , como manifestación de las vocaciones educativa y agrícola de Autlán y la región, así como del carácter actual del Carnaval. Aparecen, por último (entre otros elementos), retratos de los músicos Carlos Santana y Pepe Sosa, una referencia a las mujeres que cultivan la tradición de la charrería y el glifo de Autlán. See more..
5.0 Desde Mi Tierra (1 review)
- Bello Mural
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks
Ubicado en el auditorio Hermilio Hernández de la Casa de la Cultura Efraín Gonzalez Luna, el mural "Desde mi Tierra", realizado por un grupo de ocho pintores autlenses, donde se retrata la historia y la identidad Autlense, es algo así como 8 murales distintos entre lazados formando uno mas grande. See more..
5.0 Panteon de los Dolores (1 review)
- Destacado Sitio en Autlan
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Cemeteries
es el más antiguo de Autlán, en este cementerio pueden encontrarse tumbas de mediados del siglo XIX, aglunas bastante lujosas. En la sección de las criptas están las ocupadas por los restos de personajes muy importantes en la historia de Autlán, como José Corona Araiza o Antonio Borbón. De aquí se llevaron los restos del general Marcelino García Barragán a la Rotonda de los Jaliscienses Ilustres. See more..
5.0 Mercado Juarez (1 review)
- 100 años de comercio
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Farmers Markets
Por poco más de un siglo el mercado Juárez ha sido el principal punto de intercambio comercial y de convivencia social de todos los autlenses, además de haber pasado por un incendio, una reconstrucción y varias remodelaciones, hasta quedar como lo conocemos ahora.
En algun tiempo fue el sitio oficial donde se colocaba la Plaza de Toros con Petate durante el Carnaval See more..
5.0 Guitarra de Carlos Santana (1 review)
Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
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5.0 Jardin Hidalgo (1 review)
- Plaza de Armas
Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Parks
Fue la Antigua Plaza de Armas de la ciudad
Aqui fue donde se oficializo el triunfo de la Guerra de Independencia
Hubo el primer Kiosko de la ciudad. See more..
Canon La Laja (0 review)
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Plaza Del Rucmen (0 review)
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