Anna & Thomas
Things To Do
Spa at Hacienda del Carmen
Enjoy the relaxing experience of peace and tranquility of the glamorous past while enjoying a variety of facial and body treatments. The spa is located at Hacienda el Carmen. Services should be scheduled in advance, contact for more information. Please note the Spa is closed on the day of the wedding.
Guachimontones Pyramids
Los Guachimontones represents the largest discovered site of the Teuchitlan culture that once flourished in the Tequila Valley region between 300 BC-900 AD/CE. The reconstructed site is know for distinct circular, step pyramid structures. The accompanying Interpretive Center were created to help people learn about the lost culture. Los Guachimontones is part of the 'Agave Landscape and Ancient Industrial Facilities of Tequila' UNESCO world heritage site. Located only about 20 minutes away from Hacienda El Carmen. Please note it is a steep incline hike from the Interpretive Center to the actual archaeological site.
Tequila
Famed as the birthplace of Mexico’s national drink, the town of Tequila has recently enjoyed an explosion of tourism as visitors come to explore its historic distilleries and cantinas. Just an hour from Guadalajara and 50 minutes from Hacienda El Carmen, the town was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2006. It boasts a distinctive, rustic atmosphere and is surrounded by hills lined with countless rows of spiky blue agave plants. You can book a tequila tasting, tour a distillery and agave fields and learn about the tequila-making process or simply stroll the streets of this quaint town.
Tlaquepaque
Tlaquepaque has a reputation as an important pottery town which makes and sells beautiful, hand-painted, distinctive artesanías. This is best found at the historic center with surpassingly beautiful colonial-era churches and mansions, colorful flowers and orange trees. Walk the popular Calle Independencia, a vibrant pedestrian street lined with shops, restaurants and colorful decorations. Visit the numerous ceramic and artisan museums. Keep you ears open to find mariachi and folklore dance.
Guadalajara Historic Center
The historic center of Guadalajara is one of the city’s most concentrated areas of historical, architecturally impressive landmarks and definitely not one to be missed on any visit to the state of Jalisco. The historic center of Guadalajara is replete with historic buildings, including the spectacular double-spired cathedral that dominates the skyline and is a must see when you visit this wonderful city. However, the center also boasts several more buildings that are worth a visit, including the neoclassical Teatro Degollado, Instituto Cultural Cabañas which features several frescos by Orozco, Palacio de Gobierno on the edge of Plaza de Armas, and the Templo de Santa Teresa de Jesus.