
To pack wisely for Guadalajara the first thing to know is the city’s elevation and climate. This area of eastern Jalisco state lies in a valley with a surrounding landscape that features the Sierra Madre Occidental to the west and the Sierra Madre Oriental to the east. The city rests on a highland plateau at an altitude of 5,200 feet (1,590 meters.) Year -round inhabitants enjoy the sunny days and cool nights of a spring-like. If you can resist the temptation to take all your favorite traveling clothes you’ll be glad to have the extra room in your luggage. If you take our Tlaquepaque walking tour and stay in town when it’s over, you’re in for a treat. Many exquisite hand stitched and decorated garments are on offer in the local shops.