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Private Art Pottery Tour: Tlaquepaque, Tonalá, and Clay Workshop

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8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

Immerse yourself in the vibrant artisan traditions of Jalisco. This private tour takes you beyond souvenir shops, connecting you directly with the legacy of master potters in Tonalá and Tlaquepaque.

Highlights of the experience:

✨ Be a Potter for a Day: Visit private family workshops and craft your own clay piece with guidance from a skilled artisan.

Route of Tradition: Discover markets, colonial churches, and hidden art galleries while learning about the region's rich history.

Walk through Tlaquepaque: Stroll along its lively pedestrian streets, enjoy live music, and sample top local cuisine.

VIP Benefits:
✅ 100% Private Tour: Personalized attention for you and your group.
✅ Local Experts: Knowledgeable guides passionate about Jalisco's history and art.
✅ Full Logistics: Includes round-trip private transportation from your hotel.

What's Included

  • Carbonated beverages Soda or mineral water
  • Bottled water Purified water
  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
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Meeting and Pickup

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We pick you up at your accommodation in the metropolitan area of Guadalajara (Hotel or Airbnb). You need to notify us of your location at least 24 hours before.

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Galería Bernabe

Visit the workshop of one of the most recognized artisans of Jalisco.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Tonalá Municipal Building

Appreciate the architecture of the Palacio Municipal (Town Hall) as well as a mural inside dedicated to the history of Tonalá. Subject to availability according to the authorities.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Tonala Craft Market

Tour the largest craft market in Guadalajara (Only available on Thursday and Sunday)
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mercado Municipal Tonalá

Local market where you can find greengrocers, butchers, and local food stalls selling dishes such as birria, menudo, chilaquiles, tortas, and tacos.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Parroquia de Santiago Apostol

Construction began in the late 16th and early 17th centuries and was completed in the second half of the 18th century, resulting in the building displaying a variety of architectural styles.There are parts of the Neoclassical style, some Baroque, and also Neocolonial, although it must be acknowledged that the overall structure is cohesive.The interior is harmonious, still in the Neoclassical style; its floor plan is three naves with two rows of Tuscan columns crowned with 21 groin vaults. The current altarpiece was designed in 1954 by the architect and priest Pedro Castellanos.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Pilar Núñez

Make your ceramic piece with the help of a local artisan who is the fourth generation of artisans in her family.The workshop belongs to Eva, Conny, and Pilar Núñez, three artisans who specialize in modeling clay figures and busts.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Tlaquepaque Centro

Stroll through the historic center of Tlaquepaque. You will appreciate the colonial architecture, squares, churches, museums, monuments, art galleries, and local cuisine. Learn the history and traditions directly from your local guide.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Jardín Hidalgo

Jardín Hidalgo is the main square of Tlaquepaque, in the center is a "Kiosko" or gazebo., and around it are the two main churches (San Pedro and Santuario), street food, and local crafts.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

El Parián de Tlaquepaque

Visit the largest "Cantina" in México and enjoy a typical cocktail (not included) inside this beautiful colonial building.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Parroquia San Pedro Apóstol

The parish of San Pedro began construction in 1670, but due to numerous financing issues, its construction wasn't completed until 1813, taking over a hundred years to complete. It was dedicated to the patron saint of Tlaquepaque. It is made of gray quarry stone. Its architecture is a blend of Baroque, Roman, and Byzantine styles.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Our Lady of Solitude Sanctuary

Its construction began in 1741 at the request of a judge named José Antonio Caballero.During its construction, it encountered problems due to a lack of funding and was suspended for a time during the 19th century, before being completed in 1878.Its architecture is a blend of Baroque, Neoclassical, and Neo-Gothic styles.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ceramic Museum (Museo Regional de la Ceramica)

Tour the regional ceramics museum with your guide, an old 19th-century mansion converted into a museum where the most essential pottery pieces of Jalisco are displayed. You can also appreciate the representation of a Mexican kitchen 200 years ago (Subject to availability)
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sergio Bustamante Gallery

Appreciate the gallery of one of the most recognized plastic artists in Mexico.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Nuestros Dulces

Visit the only store that holds the Guinness World Record for the largest number of bottles of tequila for sale (more than two thousand). You can also buy typical sweets from the region.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Plazoleta Art

The route ends at the art plaza where the giant Tlaquepaque letters are located. You'll also find craft shops and bars where you can enjoy a drink before returning to your hotel with your guide.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Art Pottery Tour: Tlaquepaque, Tonalá, and Clay Workshop?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Carbonated beveragesSoda or mineral water
  • Bottled waterPurified water
  • Private transportation
  • Visit two Pottery Workshops
  • Hotel Pickup and Dropoff
  • Knowledgeable Local Guide
  • Lunch

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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