Guadalajara, culture and business

Guadalajara, Jalisco, is one of the most interesting cultural destinations in Mexico:

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Modern and welcoming, its historical center is considered one of the best examples of colonial architecture It offers a variety of museums, monuments, excursions and festivals The weather is mild and sunny most of the year It is home to one of the best cuisines in Mexico, and the birthplace of tequila and mariachi music Due to its unbeatable geographic location, it is considered the commercial heart of Western Mexico It is a 45–minute flight from Mexico City and 20-minute from Puerto Vallarta. The international airport offers an excellent direct air connection to many cities in the USA.

 Map of Guadalajara with important destinations

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 From the airport to Guadalajara

• Miguel Hidalgo International Airport is approximately 20 minutes from downtown Guadalajara.
• To get into town, you have two options:
  • purchase a ticket at the authorized taxi booth (priced by zone) located outside the arrivals gate,
  • or rent a car at the car rental booths.

Please bear in mind that FIL offers: Airline and executive transportation discounts Special rates at Guadalajara's main hotels Reservation service for the best restaurants in town

 Related sites

• Teatro Diana: located at the former Cine Diana, designed by architect Julio de la Peña and a fine example of the architectural and technological avant-garde of downtown Guadalajara in the 1960’s, the Teatro Diana is now one of the leading performing spaces in Western Mexico. Renovated by the Universidad de Guadalajara to serve as a venue for large theatre shows as well as independent productions, the Teatro Diana is a diverse forum that attempts to bring to Guadalajara the best of the world’s entertainment night after night.

  During FIL, the Teatro Diana will offer a schedule of events sure to entertain both residents and visitors, focusing on the cultural festival that takes place throughout the city. Give yourself the opportunity to enjoy this wonderful celebration.

• Institute of Astronomy and Meteorology of the Universidad de Guadalajara