Vallarta Poniente Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Telmex Auditorium

Telmex Auditorium

You can enjoy a show at Telmex Auditorium during your trip to Zapopan. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

Telmex Auditorium
Zoologico Guadalajara

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.

Zoologico Guadalajara
Basilica de Zapopan which includes a church or cathedral, a city and a square or plaza

Basilica de Zapopan

4.5/5(2 reviews)

This picturesque sanctuary lights up the town at night and is home to a famous Virgin statue and indigenous artworks.

Basilica de Zapopan
Metropolitan Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious elements

Guadalajara Cathedral

5/5(3 reviews)

With its gothic twin spires, this church is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Guadalajara and has a fascinating history.

Guadalajara Cathedral
La Minerva featuring a hotel, a statue or sculpture and a pond

Minerva Roundabout

5/5(1 review)

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.

Minerva Roundabout
Degollado Theater

Degollado Theater

4/5(2 reviews)

Watch contemporary theater or classical ballet at Guadalajara’s neoclassical theater known for its beautiful design and diverse performances.

Degollado Theater

Activities

Main pier in Chapala ̈RINCONCITO DEL AMOR ̈

Tour to Lake Chapala, MAGIC TOWN of Ajijic from Guadalajara

AU$59
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour to Lake Chapala, MAGIC TOWN of Ajijic from Guadalajara
Vip Tequila Experience

Vip Tequila Experience

AU$135
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Vip Tequila Experience
Full Day Guided Tour in Amatitán and Tequila with Tasting

Full Day Guided Tour in Amatitán and Tequila with Tasting

AU$60
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Full Day Guided Tour in Amatitán and Tequila with Tasting
Recorrido Completo en la Ruta del Tequila desde Guadalajara

Complete Tour on the Tequila Route from Guadalajara

AU$76
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Complete Tour on the Tequila Route from Guadalajara
Group Tour to Tequila Jalisco Pueblo Mágico

Group Tour to Tequila Jalisco Pueblo Mágico

AU$114
Per adult
Group Tour to Tequila Jalisco Pueblo Mágico
Tequila and Ancient Haciendas Ultimate Tour

Tequila and the Magnificient Ancient Haciendas PRIVATE TOUR

AU$197
Per adult
Tequila and the Magnificient Ancient Haciendas PRIVATE TOUR
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Our pick of the best Vallarta Poniente Hotel Deals

Fiesta Americana Guadalajara
Fiesta Americana Guadalajara
4.5 out of 5
Calle Aurelio Aceves 225, Vallarta Poniente, Guadalajara, JAL
The price is AU$154 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
AU$154
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,176 reviews)
"I like the room and the hotel I like the service but I had little issue, on arrival to the front desk they let me know that the room that I did make the reservation was not available any more and that they were going to give another room a lot different than the one I reserved but they will make ..."

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2024

Fiesta Americana Guadalajara
Hotel Riu Plaza Guadalajara
Hotel Riu Plaza Guadalajara
5 out of 5
Av. Lopez Mateos 830 Col. Chapalita, Guadalajara, JAL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$219 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
AU$219
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,697 reviews)
"Todo muy bien"

Reviewed on 23 Nov. 2024

Hotel Riu Plaza Guadalajara
Hotel Velvet Plaza
Hotel Velvet Plaza
3.5 out of 5
Avenida Vallarta 2477, Colonia Arcos Vallarta, Guadalajara, JAL
The price is AU$97 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$97
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,251 reviews)
"Great property and safe area. Clean rooms and comfortable bed. I had a corner room with great views. Gym was good and also had good views. They supplied towels and complementary water. I would stay here again."

Reviewed on 25 Nov. 2024

Hotel Velvet Plaza
Hard Rock Hotel Guadalajara
Hard Rock Hotel Guadalajara
4 out of 5
Av. Ignacio L. Vallarta 5145, Camino Real, Zapopan, JAL
The price is AU$177 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$177
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Zapopan. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,700 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on 25 Nov. 2024

Hard Rock Hotel Guadalajara
Plaza Diana Hotel
Plaza Diana Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Av Circunv Agustin Yanez 2760, Guadalajara, JAL
The price is AU$89 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$89
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,026 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Plaza Diana Hotel
Hotel Dali Ejecutivo
Hotel Dali Ejecutivo
3 out of 5
Av. Pedro Moreno N. 570 Col. Centro, Guadalajara, JAL
The price is AU$70 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$70
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Guadalajara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,681 reviews)
"We had mixed feelings about this place but booked anyways we were surprised at how clean the hotel is & staff was great from our arrival to our departure they carried our luggage & welcomed us, only thing is day front desk staff needs to be a little more friendly. The area wasn’t bad we felt safe ..."

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Hotel Dali Ejecutivo
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Other neighbourhoods around Vallarta Poniente

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Chapalita

Chapalita is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Glorieta Chapalita and La Estampida Sculpture while in the area.

Chapalita
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Jardines del Bosque

When in Jardines del Bosque, you can plan a visit to Los Arcos de Guadalajara and Minerva Roundabout, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Jardines del Bosque
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Zona Expo

Zona Expo is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Plaza del Sol or Galleries Theater.

Zona Expo
La Minerva featuring a hotel, a statue or sculpture and a pond

Zona Minerva

Zona Minerva is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Applicant Service Center and Avienda Chapultepec while you're in town.

Zona Minerva
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Lafayette

If you're spending some time in Lafayette, Applicant Service Center and Avienda Chapultepec are top sights worth seeing.

Lafayette
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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.

Santa Teresita

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