Tlaquepaque & Tonala art & mercados fully private tour

Get ready to admire picturesque streets, vibrant markets and colorful handicrafts in this fully-private tour (no groups! only you and your travel companions)
• After picking you up we will visit a 5th-generation family-owned workshop in Tonala to appreciate one of the most refined ceramic techniques in the world: barro petatillo.
• Then, we'll visit the market, the church and the town square of Tonala to experience the lifestyle of a traditional Mexican barrio.
• Our adventure continues inTlaquepaque, where we will explore charming pedestrian streets lined with art museums, galleries and artisan shops housed in converted historic mansions. Find everything from textiles and blown glass to pottery and leather!
• Lastly we will taste the local cuisine while drinking cocktails, beer or coffee at Casa Luna, the most beautiful restaurant in Mexico.
After our fully-immersive cultural experience you will gain a deeper understanding of Mexico's rich history and artistic culture.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Tonala, Tonala, Guadalajara Metropolitan Area

• We will explore the municipal market, the local church, and the main square of Tonala to experience first-hand the community lifestyle of a traditional working-class barrio.
• We will also visit the city hall to learn about the town’s history and indigenous ancestry.
• Finally, we’ll visit the workshop and house of the Bernabe family to admire one of the most refined ceramic techniques in the world.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Tlaquepaque, Tlaquepaque, Guadalajara Metropolitan Area

• We will walk in Independencia street: a vibrant pedestrian corridor lined with spectacular 19th-century mansions now turned into boutiques, art galleries, restaurants, and museums.
• We'll visit the art galleries of renowned local artists such as Sergio Bustamente, Agustin Parra and Rodo Padilla.
• We'll visit the largest tequila store in the world, with more than 2000 different brands, some of them available for tasting.
• We'll have lunch at a spectacular restaurant, Casa Luna, decorated with Tlaquepaque’s most elegant crafts.

Duration: 3 hours



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Not recommended for people with walking issues. Let me know if this is the case to plan an alternative tour."
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Duration: 5 To 6 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
- I can pick you up anywhere in Guadalajara's metropolitan area, including Zapopan.
- This is a fully private tour! hence, we do not have to wait for anyone else, and we can go at your own pace, taking a break whenever you need.

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Private transportation
• My services as a local guide

Not Included

• Lunch - Meals, snacks, drinks are not included.

Facilities