Frequently Asked Questions
Planning a trip involves details. Here are answers regarding medical services, travel safety, and practical tips. For detailed info on specific topics, see our pages on Money Matters, Weather, and Telecommunications.
Moon Handbooks: Guadalajara is a great resource. Also, check the official Tlaquepaque government website for turismo info. Wikipedia offers good historical data.
A Tourist Kiosk is located near the Parián (Juárez & Progresso), open daily. Another is at Plazoleta del Arte. Staff often speak English. The official tourism office is at Morelos #288.
It comes from Nahuatl. Pronounce the "tl" sound (like in "bootleg") at the start. It is tlah-kay-PAH-kay.
Pharmacies are plentiful. The nearest emergency room is Hospital de Diagnosis (Juárez #199). For municipal 24-hour emergency services, Cruz Verde is at Marcos Montero #959. We recommend having valid travel insurance coverage while in Mexico.
Guadalajara hosts consular offices for many countries, including the United States and Canada.
- Post Office: Guillermo Prieto #80.
- Laundry: Laundromats are available, e.g., at Progreso #192-A.
- Restrooms: Available in the Parián (small fee) and the Mercado.
You can enjoy Tlaquepaque with English only, as many staff in hotels and restaurants speak it. However, trying a little Spanish is always appreciated!
Electricity: 110V, 60Hz (same as US/Canada).
Time Zone: Central Time (GMT -6). Daylight savings dates may differ slightly from the US.