Tlaquepaque

Lonely Planet review

Tlaquepaque is an important center for arts production and contemporary design - and offers some of Mexico's fanciest shopping. Look for wood carvings, sculpture, furniture, ceramics, jewelry, leather items and paintings. Quality is high, as are prices. In the 19th century, Guadalajara's upper classes built substantial mansions here, which today house Tlaquepaque's most stylish restaurants, galleries and B&Bs.

The suburb's darling plaza is graced with benches, flowers, monuments and a fountain. Pedestrian streets are popular with locals for long lunches, and help steer tourists into the fancy shops. Restaurants are especially busy for Sunday lunch.