Zapopan: Century Old Churches and Tranquil Nature Escapes
Zapopan, Mexico is located in the state of Jalisco and a city known as the home of the Virgin of Zapopan. This famous relic was even visiting by the late Pope John Paul II. The city is also the known home of the most important concert venues in Latin America, the Centro Cultural Universitario. Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL), also known as the Guadalajara International Airport is the closest and one of the major airports located close to Zapopan. The city's name is derived from two Nahuatl words - "Tzapotl" meaning Sapote, a tree and "pan" meaning under.
Best Time to Visit
Zapopan, Mexico hotels experiences that most packed time of the year during the hot season months from April to June. Skiing is also an activity you can enjoy in the area. Months from November to early December would be the best time of the year to try skiing in the area.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The Andares Shopping Center is one of the massive malls located in Zapopan. The area features both indoor and outdoor shopping stalls conveniently located at the heart of the city. The Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception is also one of the most traveled sites in the city. This is a 17th century old Franciscan sanctuary located in the downtown area. The Hyatt Regency Andares Guadalajara and the Holiday Inn Express Guadalajara Autonoma are among the top rated hotels in the area that features a relaxing spa and an outdoor pool inside the vicinity of the hotel.