Guadalajara Western Central Highlands, Mexico Travel Guide
Barranca de Huentitán and Bosque Los Colomos are protected natural areas. Observe designated trails and avoid littering.
Recycling infrastructure exists but is not extensive. Reduce personal waste with reusable water bottles and shopping bags. Discover reusable products at Package Free Shop.
Mexico, including Jalisco, experiences periods of water scarcity. Be mindful of your water usage. Take shorter showers, turn off taps.
Engage respectfully with Guadalajara’s rich culture and traditions.
Support local artisans and cultural institutions that actively work to preserve traditional crafts, music, dance, and other forms of cultural heritage.
Learn a few basic Spanish phrases. Dress respectfully, especially when visiting religious sites. Always ask for permission before taking photos of people. Be patient and polite.
Avoid intrusive photography. Respect "no flash" or "no photos allowed" rules in museums, art galleries, or religious sites.
When visiting churches, cathedrals, or other religious places, dress modestly (shoulders and knees covered). Maintain a quiet and respectful demeanor.
Seek hotels with environmental certifications or explicit sustainability commitment (energy efficiency, water conservation, waste reduction).
Explore EcobnbInquire about tour operators' sustainable practices, especially for nature-based tours, ensuring they respect the environment and local communities.
Visit G AdventuresWhen choosing lodging, seek hotels with environmental certifications or state their commitment to sustainability. This minimizes your environmental footprint. Consider calculating your flight's carbon footprint and purchasing carbon offsets through reputable programs. Terrapass provides carbon offset solutions.
Your visit can create a positive economic impact that directly benefits the local community.
While less of a focus in urban Guadalajara itself, when taking day trips to smaller towns, seek tourism that explicitly involves local residents in providing services.
Purchase crafts and souvenirs directly from artisans in Tlaquepaque and Tonalá. This secures fair compensation for their work and traditional craftsmanship.
