San Marcos Travel Guide
Guadalajara
Popular places to visit
Telmex Auditorium
You can enjoy a show at Telmex Auditorium during your trip to Zapopan. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Zoologico Guadalajara
Visit the native and exotic animals who call Zoologico Guadalajara home during your travels in Guadalajara. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Minerva Roundabout
See the famous statue of a Roman goddess at this iconic fountain, which is a popular spot for locals to meet and celebrate sporting victories.
Guadalajara Cathedral
With its gothic twin spires, this church is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Guadalajara and has a fascinating history.
Basilica de Zapopan
This picturesque sanctuary lights up the town at night and is home to a famous Virgin statue and indigenous artworks.
El Parian
Listen to mariachi bands and enjoy authentic local dishes in this lively square or shop for arts and crafts in this thriving cultural region.
Things to do
Mazamitla tour from Guadalajara visiting Mundo Aventura
Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta
From Guadalajara to Chapala Lake: Funny and cultural tour
Complete Tour on the Tequila Route from Guadalajara
From Guadalajara: Tequila Town and Cantaritos El Guero
Guadalajara: Mexican Charro and Charreada Cultural Tour
Top hotels in San Marcos
Hotel Dali Ejecutivo
Did not eat breakfast there. A/C was OK.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Guadalajara
Limpieza y personal
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hotel Velvet Plaza
Very nice but located in an industrial area
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Hard Rock Hotel Guadalajara
Vien
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Plaza Diana Hotel
great hotel to stay, central location.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Hotel Antré Chapultepec
Great location - but can be a little noisy . Nice clean rooms
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San Marcos
San Juan de Dios
Well liked for its live music and shopping, San Juan de Dios is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Hospicio Cabanas and Magno Centro Joyero, and jump on the metro at San Juan de Dios Station to get around the city.
Downtown Guadalajara
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Downtown Guadalajara. If sightseeing is on the list, Plaza de Armas is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Plaza Universidad Station or San Juan de Dios Station to see more of the area.
Guadalajara Centro
Architecture, historical sites and shopping highlight some notable features of Guadalajara Centro. Make a stop by Plaza de Armas or Guadalajara Cathedral while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Plaza Universidad Station or Juarez Station to get around town.
Santa Teresita
Though Santa Teresita may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Avienda Chapultepec and Applicant Service Center.
Colonia Americana
If you're spending time in Colonia Americana, check out sights like Avienda Chapultepec or Templo Expiatorio del Santisimo Sacramento and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Juarez Station or Mexicaltzingo Station.
Moderna
While you're in Moderna, take in top sights like Avienda Chapultepec and jump on the metro at Washington Station to see more of the city.
