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Guadalajara Cathedral

Tourist attraction Catholic church Place of worship Cathedral Catholic cathedral

One of the Best Places To Visits in Guadalajara


Address

Av. Fray Antonio Alcalde 10, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico

Website

arquidiocesisgdl.org

Contact

+52 33 3613 7168

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (39K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 8 AM to 7 PM
  • Sunday: 8 AM to 7 PM
  • Monday: 8 AM to 7 PM
  • Tuesday: 8 AM to 7 PM
  • Wednesday: 8 AM to 7 PM
  • Thursday: 8 AM to 7 PM
  • Friday: 8 AM to 7 PM

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  • 5/5 Karina I. 1 year ago on Google
    It is beyond beautiful. Fiance and I had a great time. Lots of vendors selling hand made gifts, deserts, tacos, drinks, etc. Really a great attraction for locals and tourists. And the pupusas were to die for. 😍😍😍😍😂❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
    10 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 ophelia t. 10 months ago on Google • 152 reviews
    I have been there before, it's a big, beautiful church, this time I had my 10-year-old grandson, with me, he loved the church. It is beautiful and has so much history. I recommend everyone stop by and visit.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gabe K. 5 months ago on Google • 143 reviews
    Lovely cathedral. Service on Sunday is nice
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Curtis D. 3 months ago on Google • 167 reviews New
    Very famous attraction and for good reason. This cathedral is gorgeous - both on the inside and outside. It's in the heart of the centre, with plenty to do around. I would recommend going inside to feel the history in the air!

  • 5/5 SleepyMonkey 7. 8 months ago on Google • 79 reviews
    Beautiful building inside and out. The story of the Child Saint was very heart breaking. I thought the body there was just fake but no, it's real! The history of the cathedral its self is pretty wild. How it fell apart from like 3 earthquakes.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Caleb L. 6 months ago on Google • 140 reviews
    A beautiful architectural wonder in the heart of Guadalajara. Be mindful and respectful of the people worshiping there, and spend time contemplating the art.

  • 5/5 elle v. 2 years ago on Google
    So beautiful to just sit on the benches and watch the sun go down behind the cathedral. Guadalajara is beautiful! The streets are so busy, and there are merchants everywhere. The architecture is stunning. Not many cafes in the center through. I probably wouldn’t stay all day in the center around the cathedral, a few hours max. Thanks for hosting someone from the USA 🇺🇸❤️
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Greg W. 4 years ago on Google
    I am not catholic, so my opinion comes from the perspective of a tourist who enjoys beautiful art and architecture, not from a religious point of view. I visited the cathedral in mid September on the weekend off Mexican Independence Day. The cathedral was open, with people walking through taking photographs, etc. They have beautiful works of sacred art, plus religious relics from saints and people who were important to the history of the Catholic Church in Guadalajara. Small catacombs were open to the public also. Beautiful fountains, flowering trees, and carriage rides right outside the cathedral. Government buildings are nearby as well, and shopping is within walking distance. The park like atmosphere of the grounds outside the church makes it a beautiful place to spend the day with family and friends.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Arturo Garcia - Y. 7 months ago on Google • 106 reviews
    A beautiful cathedral surrounded by walking areas (plazas). There is a big fountain in front of it. Inside the light creates beautiful effects. Take the time to walk all around and inside. Built between 1571-1618. There is a constant flow of people and corridors are wide with lots of sitting spaces.

  • 5/5 John H. 3 years ago on Google
    A must see for anyone who loves and travels to Mexico. Guadalajara is an amazing city. We ate at La Chata afterwards and I highly recommend that. It’s two blocks from the cathedral.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stephen H. 2 months ago on Google • 99 reviews New
    I grab a frappe and sit in the park every day, to take a break from working at home. I wonder how they ever did such precise and beautiful architecture hundreds of years ago, just using eyes and hands.

  • 5/5 Manny M. 5 months ago on Google • 92 reviews
    Such an amazing structure! Beautiful in design and placed in the center of the city square. A wonderful area to stroll and take in the city.

  • 5/5 Edgar m. 2 months ago on Google • 80 reviews New
    La Catedral de Guadalajara is really nice. We went on a special event where they had lights and shows surrounding the area. The music and social event made the place super special. It is truly amazing piece of architecture.

  • 5/5 Randy Barney - R. 10 months ago on Google
    Beautiful architecture, both inside and out! We always enjoy the view by visiting one of the many different restaurants in the plaza and sit out on the patio.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sreenivash K G. 9 months ago on Google
    Very old n very nice Church, a must visit place in GDL. Architecture is good n the statues and sculptures very real and so artistic that you will loose yourself.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Antonio R. 3 years ago on Google
    So beautiful. Enjoyed everything about it. The area is nice. The Saints and detailed artwork inside are awesome. Definitely feel something special when you enter!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Umesh D. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice place to visit as some activities are always going no here. Like this place to visit anytime.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ruby F. 4 months ago on Google • 63 reviews
    Amazing place, lots of stores and this place has lots of old history. Recommend this place to visit. Lots of great people and the inside of the cathedral amazing.

  • 5/5 Ariel A. 11 months ago on Google
    A truly breathtaking building! Amazing area in the heart of Guadalajara to walk around!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Traveling A. 2 years ago on Google
    The buildings architecture in Mexico are beautiful! Another example of a beautiful built Church. There are a lot of great sites close by. Close to this location you are able to take a bus tour to get to know the city better. Well worth the $150 pesos
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 bobby j. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful old Building. It is wonderful to see the history of the area. It still is amazing how people built those things without modern equipment. It was nice to have a local explain all of the buildings history to me. I have been there probably 10 times already. I'm sure I will be back. It is also close to San Juan De Dios for some great shopping!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Caryter g. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice family atmosphere, beautiful historic district
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Francisco R. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing and beautiful Cathedral at Guadalajara's downtown. Beautiful light show during holidays.

  • 5/5 Graham S. 1 year ago on Google
    Impressive from the outside Relatively low key interior by Mexican standards

  • 4/5 Robert D. 2 years ago on Google
    Very beautiful. A little different than many of the cathedrals and basilica of the country. But very pretty all the same

  • 4/5 Mihwa L. 1 year ago on Google
    A must see historic building in Guadalajara. Lovely to walk around the surrounding parks and open spaces.

  • 5/5 Andrea A. 2 years ago on Google
    Update from my last visit in 2016- the original body of the girl has since been moved and is now a doll when we went this year 2021 If open you can walk around and look inside. It’s kinda Creepy to be honest w the preserved body of the girl there. I never thought I would see her up close but there she was. Plenty to look around at. I had a chance to see it few time during my stay as my mother in law had her wedding here. I felt like I hardly paying attention to the ceremony lol and was in awe looking at the ceilings with all its detail. Worth a quick peek

  • 5/5 Jose A. 2 years ago on Google
    Always a pleasure to visit this beautiful cathedral symbol of faith l love it 🤗❤

  • 5/5 Iglesia Cristiana Faro de V. 2 years ago on Google
    Visited at night time. Very popular place to visit at Guadalajara Mexico

  • 5/5 Rami S. 2 years ago on Google
    The architecture of the cathedral is amazing, it’s a must to visit if you go to Guadalajara, basically if you search for Guadalajara in the search engine the first thing will come up are the images of the cathedral :)

  • 5/5 m. s. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely. So many beautiful buildings to see.

  • 5/5 Guilherme P. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful church! I like how this place is well localized and in front of a open space square. This church is also an well famous, but for me, this is not greatness compared with other famous churches in america latina. Brazil have a good one, antique lover should check minas gerais - brazil and argentin.

  • 5/5 Allark 2 years ago on Google
    Architecturally beautiful and full of history....just overwhelmingly rich in culture and beauty

  • 5/5 Aaron M. 1 year ago on Google
    It's a beautiful cathedral, a truly calming spiritual experience.

  • 5/5 Leti B. 1 year ago on Google
    Built in the Spanish Renaissance style, The Guadalajara Cathedral is home to many Catholic altars and relics making it a popular destination when visiting Guadalajara. The most iconic building in Guadalajara, the city’s main cathedral has been the centerpiece of both its culture and its skyline for more than 450 years.

  • 5/5 Ruth D. 1 year ago on Google
    It's such an amazing place to visit and the art and churches are amazing.

  • 5/5 Justin M. 1 year ago on Google
    Really cool spot in Guadalajara. The cathedral is amazing!

  • 5/5 Deya A. 1 year ago on Google
    Guadalajara !!!! Wow Habibi this place is out of this world, I had such a beautiful time. Guadalajara thank you for being so welcoming Gracias.

  • 5/5 Curtis C. 1 year ago on Google
    An amazing historical church in Old Town Guadalajara. A must see place.

  • 5/5 Srini S. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful cathedral that is the center of attraction in Centro. Beautiful architecture, lovely service during Christmas Eve. A must visit.

  • 5/5 Kathy E. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful church, loved the stained glass,, very clean, and usually open.

  • 5/5 Mary S. 1 year ago on Google
    Very good service and ambience. Breakfast is lacking

  • 5/5 Vivek Sanjaykumar P. 4 years ago on Google
    It's a one of the biggest and oldest cathedral in Guadalajara. Beautiful construction and historical place. Many shops nearby as well for food and souvenirs. Many nearby places to visit from here. Visited during monsoon season and wedding was going on. As the area goes silent in the evening and less safe, it's better to leave by 7-7.30 pm. Difficult to find cabs in the night. Recommend to visit during the day time.

  • 4/5 Josee M. 1 year ago on Google
    Superb! We did arrived when it just closed but looks great .

  • 5/5 Armando M. 1 year ago on Google
    Impressive simple magnificent place.

  • 5/5 Roman 1 year ago on Google
    Awesome light show on Friday evening around 7:30 pm

  • 5/5 Amayo 10 months ago on Google
    The first time that i go And I found it wonderful 🤩 very well place to take a walk with your Children

  • 5/5 Steve C. 5 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    The architecture, artwork and history of this building is breathtakingly beautiful. The people of Guadalajara have been welcoming and accommodating!!! Thank you... will definitely plan a return trip to explore more of the surrounding areas....

  • 5/5 Efrain P. 3 months ago on Google • 5 reviews New
    Beatuful place to vist. Lots of things to see and do specially shopping and food around plaza tapatía.

  • 5/5 ERIC ARTURO REYNOSO P. 3 years ago on Google
    Muy bonita pero no pudimos entrar al al altar principal

  • 5/5 roberto m. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent (Original) Excelente

  • 5/5 francisco javier rodriguez j. 3 years ago on Google
    ??

  • 5/5 Jose Miguel Ortiz T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful cathedral (Original) Hermosa Catedral

  • 5/5 Jose R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Spectacular (Original) Espectacular

  • 4/5 Valeria G. 3 years ago on Google
    Huele feo ):

  • 5/5 Roberto I. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very pretty (Original) Muy bonito

  • 5/5 Sandra M. 3 years ago on Google
    Monumental espectacular me fascinó

  • 5/5 Nothing R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful (Original) Bellísimo

  • 5/5 Aldo Y. 3 years ago on Google
    Bonito e icónico además de histórico lugar. Les comparto unas oraciones: Oh Inmaculada, Madre del verdadero Dios y Madre de la Iglesia! ... Virgen de Guadalupe, Madre de las Américas, te pedimos por todos los obispos, para que conduzcan a los fieles por senderos de intensa vida cristiana, de amor y de humilde servicio a Dios y a las almas. San Judas ¡Santo Apóstol San Judas, fiel siervo y amigo de Jesús!, la Iglesia te honra e invoca universalmente, como el patrón de los casos difíciles y desesperados. Ruega por mi, estoy solo y sin ayuda. Te imploro hagas uso del privilegio especial que se te ha concedido, de socorrer pronto y visiblemente cuando casi se ha perdido toda esperanza. Ven en mi ayuda en esta gran necesidad, para que pueda recibir consuelo y socorro del cielo en todas mis necesidades, tribulaciones y sufrimientos, particularmente (haga aquí su petición), y para que pueda alabar a Dios contigo y con todos los elegidos por siempre. Te doy las gracias glorioso San Judas, y prometo nunca olvidarme de este gran favor, honrarte siempre como mi patrono especial y poderoso y, con agradecimiento hacer todo lo que pueda para fomentar tu devoción. Amén.

  • 5/5 Carlos C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent place (Original) Exelente lugar

  • 4/5 jorge alberto soto c. 3 years ago on Google
    Bonita pero no imprescindible en el curriculum de un viajero

  • 5/5 Celene S. 3 years ago on Google
    Excelente lugar la plaza muy bonita y la catedral es hermosa

  • 4/5 ains s. 3 years ago on Google
    Un lugar muy bonito está increíble

  • 5/5 Patricia V. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Pretty. (Original) Bonita.

  • 5/5 Karina E. 3 years ago on Google
    Preciosas catedral la historia de santa inocencia

  • 5/5 Félix R. 3 years ago on Google
    Una hermosa obra colonial muy interesante por dentro dónde de siente que tocas el cielo por ser un lugar sagrado

  • 5/5 Ramon R. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful and very spiritual place we just need as the public to be a little more respectful toward the house of God

  • 5/5 Jorge A. 4 years ago on Google
    This place had great food selection at the buffet. Prices are competitive with other restaurants in the downtown area. They have food specials different days of the week. People working there appear to be happy to be there . I would recommend, however, try to avoid peak hours, it gets a bit crowded and you may have to wait a few minutes for a table

  • 5/5 Jose Jimenez f. 3 years ago on Google
    Really históric place loved it !!

  • 5/5 Jonathan B. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place to come visit. Every time I visit my family I want to come visit this place. The bus ride here the food the people it is definitely a must visit place.

  • 5/5 Bobby H. 4 years ago on Google
    This is as beautiful as it is shown in all the photos and videos. Being there is an awesome experience. If your ever in the centro area of Guadalajara then it’s a must see. The whole area is really special you will never regret visiting this wonderful place.

  • 3/5 Noah F. 4 years ago on Google
    Simple nice building but nothing that will stay in your memory in particular. Does compete the nice neighborhoods tho

  • 4/5 Ken K. 3 years ago on Google
    Very beautiful. It’s a shame it was vandalized by protestors.

  • 5/5 saul f. 4 years ago on Google
    One of the most Majestic places you will ever go to. You can feel the history in the air anywhere throughout this place!

  • 5/5 juan a. 3 years ago on Google
    Hermosa construcción y andén con seguridad

  • 5/5 Héctor B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very special place to meet !! (Original) Un lugar muy especial para conocer!!

  • 5/5 Gerardo Z. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice place to walk (Original) Muy bonito lugar exelente para caminar

  • 5/5 Arturo Javier Guzman H. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A place with a lot of history (Original) Un lugar con mucha historia

  • 5/5 Rene A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very cute ??? (Original) Muy lindo ???

  • 5/5 DERM1130 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great expression of architecture (Original) Gran expresión de arquitectura

  • 5/5 Mikki S. 3 years ago on Google
    La mejor area para caminar en Mexico

  • 5/5 Ximena G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice ? (Original) Muy bonito ?

  • 5/5 victor h. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Under construction a piece (Original) En construcción un pedazo

  • 5/5 Eduardo H. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful historic cathedral. Takes you back in time while keeping the notion of those who are faithful believers of the religion.

  • 5/5 Yazmín C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a majestic place ? (Original) Es un lugar majestuoso ?

  • 5/5 Armando L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very pretty (Original) Muy bonito

  • 5/5 Chantal G. 3 years ago on Google
    A beautiful landmark of our awesome country ????

  • 5/5 Diego. G. 3 years ago on Google
    Históricamente un lugar emblemático de guadalajara y grandioso sin duda te sorprende su arquitectura y todo lo que la rodea. Si vienes a guadalajara no puedes olvidar dar un paso por el centro de la ciudad.

  • 5/5 Armando R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I loved it, just pretty (Original) Me encantó, simplemente bonita

  • 5/5 Diego G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good place to spend the afternoon (Original) Buen lugar para pasar la tarde

  • 5/5 Rodrigo A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Spectacular (Original) Espectacular

  • 5/5 Aristides R. 3 years ago on Google
    Peace

  • 4/5 Luis C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very bo ita (Original) Muy bo ita

  • 4/5 Consepcion S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Precious (Original) Preciosa

  • 5/5 Enrique A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very nice place ... (Original) Un lugar muy bonito...

  • 5/5 marina ayala a. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful (Original) Muy bella

  • 5/5 Jaime C. 3 years ago on Google
    Emblemático lugar de fe y turístico de Guadalajara

  • 3/5 Javier M. 3 years ago on Google
    Está en proceso todo el entorno de éste edificio , no es el mejor momento para visitarla por la construcción de una estación subterránea de tren y las plazas aledañas.


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    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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