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Centro Cultural El Refugio

This building built in 1885 to be a psychiatric hospital now hosts cultural events and the Pantaleón Panduro, or display of winners from the National Ceramics Contest.

Address: Calle Donato Guerra 160, Tlaquepaque
Hours: Mon-Fri 09:00-15:00
Website: sc.jalisco.gob.mx (opens in a new tab)

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Parroquia San Pedro Apóstol
Baroque/Byzantine-designed parish that dates to 1845, fronting the city square known as Jardin Hidalgo.
Mon-Fri 09:30-13:30, 16:30-20:00 Sat; 09:30-13:30; closed Sun
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Real San Pedro
Elegant dining room in an historic casona. Food is traditional regional cuisine with moles, enchiladas and more. Extensive tequila list and wine list, as well as mezcals, including some raicillas (a type of mezcal endemic to Jalisco).
Daily 08:00 - 22:00M$200
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Museo Regional de la Ceramica
A tribute to the pottery heritage of Tlaquepaque. Portrays different styles like burnished clay, high temperature, flag clay and petatillo.
Mon-Fri 09:00-17:00free
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El Parián
This central square of Tlaquepaque's historic downtown boasts several restaurants with a bandstand in the center. It's a nice place to sit and have a drink or enjoy a meal, with numerous mariachis who will play for you for a small fee and also public performances that begin at 21:30. Gourmets will appreciate the recommendation of El Parian in the 2024 Michelin Guide.