The Best things to Do in Guadalajara with Kids: Summer Edition

Where to soak in all the summer vibes while in the company of family this season.

Corral the kids and get out this summer! Guadalajara has plenty to keep both you and your family entertained. From feeding sharks to learning about history to magical playscapes, Guadalajara with the kids is sure to not disappoint.

Beautiful aquatic species of all colors and forms can be found at the Acuario Michín (Michín aquarium). With many activities during the day from feeding the stingrays and crocodiles to swimming with real sharks, there is guaranteed to be something for everyone.

Grab a cap and some sunblock we’re going to the zoo! At the Guadalajara Zoo you can explore the entire animal kingdom while also enjoying a safari (!), a zoo train tour through the park and a picturesque and scenic gondola ride. 

A forever children’s favorite, the Trompo Mágico Museum is where imagination comes alive. You and your family will explore hands-on exhibits that will have you playing dress up, learning about how your heart pumps and even operating robots. Although built with children in mind, Trompo Mágico is truly fascinating for people of all ages.

The old town colorful vibes of Tlaquepaque’s Jardín Hidalgo always feels like a celebration. At all hours you’ll find various options for street food, sweets. We suggest spending a day soaking in the culture and wandering the stalls. Don’t forget to bring your camera!

Call all your cousins, siblings, and nephews, because right next to Guadalajara’s Zoo, Selva Mágica will blow your mind. As the biggest amusement park in the city, you’ll find everything from roller coasters to go carts to the “Choza Chueca” where everything is slightly tilted. A crowd pleaser for sure.

Bosque Los Colomos will always be one of the family favorites. It has a playground for kids, a lap cycle, a Japanese garden and beautiful green scenery that will connect you immediately with nature even when you’re right in the middle of the city. If you’re the one who always says “less is more” and you’re looking for a place you can relax and have a good time, this is the place for you.