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Jalisco travel guide
Jalisco offers two very different bases in our collection: Guadalajara inland and Puerto Vallarta on the Pacific. Guadalajara’s plazas, Hospicio Cabañas and nearby Tlaquepaque focus on architecture, art and craftsmanship. Puerto Vallarta’s Malecón, old town and southern bay introduce a coastal way of exploring.
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Choose one base for a short visit. Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta should not be treated as neighbouring stops on a walking or casual day-trip itinerary. Within Guadalajara’s area, leave time for a museum visit and a craft district rather than compressing both into a brief checklist.
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Guachimontones offers another archaeological perspective, with circular structures near Teuchitlán. Check access and transport separately from city sightseeing. Around Puerto Vallarta, confirm boat departures and weather for any southern-bay excursion, and establish the return journey before leaving the waterfront. Our city pages lead to geographically relevant accommodation contacts.
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More Jalisco destinations on Visit Mexico ↗Before planning a visit, check current official travel advice for the state and your complete route. Conditions and restrictions vary across Mexico.
Destination links: Visit Mexico / Secretaría de Turismo. Existing ATA guides remain linked above where available. Map outline: INEGI via geoBoundaries, CC BY 3.0 IGO.
Guide expanded by the American Tour Association on November 1, 2026. Destination sources: the official tourism links above and the linked ATA guides. Check current access and operating arrangements before travelling.
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