Timeline
17:12
Start at the Guadalajara Zoo. Arrive two hours before sunset to explore the grounds and take in the early evening atmosphere. The zoo opens at 10:00, so you have plenty of time. If you want to see the animals or take the safari ride, do it now while the light is still bright.
18:32
Walk 12 minutes southwest to Parque Natural Huentitán. This park sits right at the edge of the Barranca de Huentitán-Oblatos. Find a bench or a spot on the grass. You are now positioned to watch the sky change color over the canyon walls.
19:12
Watch the sunset. On 15 April, the sun sets toward the west at 19:12. The golden light starts around 18:42, so the sky will be warming up as you arrive. Stay for the moment the sun disappears below the horizon.
20:12
After dark, head to a nearby spot for dinner or a drink. The context does not list specific food shops near this park, so check the route to the nearest open restaurant in the Independencia area or return toward the city center. The zoo is closed by now, so use this time to transition to your evening meal.
Local tip
The zoo closes at 18:00 in the winter and spring when school is in session. Since your sunset is at 19:12, the zoo will be closed by the time you leave, but the walk to the park is short and easy.
Check before you go
- Zoo hours: Wed-Sun 10:00-18:00 when school is in session. It is open daily 10:00-18:00 during summer break and on holiday weekends.
- Sunset time varies by date. On 15 April, sunset is at 19:12.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Guadalajara (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).