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

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location pin icon Tlaquepaque, Jalisco, 44100, Mexico
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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.

Pickup Information

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.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Galería Bernabe
Visit the workshop of one of the most recognized artisans of Jalisco.
Duration: 45 mins
2. 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.
Duration: 20 mins
3. Tonala Craft Market
Tour the largest craft market in Guadalajara (Only available on Thursday and Sunday)
Duration: 30 mins
4. 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.
Duration: 15 mins
5. 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.
Duration: 15 mins
6. 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.
Duration: 90 mins
7. 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.
Duration: 60 mins
8. 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.
Duration: 10 mins
9. El Parián de Tlaquepaque
Visit the largest "Cantina" in México and enjoy a typical cocktail (not included) inside this beautiful colonial building.
Duration: 20 mins
10. 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.
Duration: 15 mins
11. 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.
Duration: 10 mins
12. 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)
Duration: 20 mins
13. Sergio Bustamante Gallery
Appreciate the gallery of one of the most recognized plastic artists in Mexico.
Duration: 15 mins
14. 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.
Duration: 10 mins
15. 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.
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

Private transportation

Visit two Pottery Workshops

Bottled water

Carbonated beverages

Knowledgeable Local Guide

Hotel Pickup and Dropoff

Exclusion

Lunch

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

  • 0% refund if cancelled 0+ days before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

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

Supplied by Jalisco Trip Tours

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