After a typical breakfast at one of the many cafés, restaurants, or markets in Guadalajara, dedicate your morning to the historic center and explore on foot before the sun reaches its peak in the city of eternal spring. Visit the yellow-spired cathedral and other sights independently, or—to learn more than you could alone—take a private guided city tour. Art fans can even opt for a tailored murals tour, with stops at the Degollado Theatre and Cabañas Orphanage, among others. Skip-the-line entry at the Cabañas Orphanage will speed up your morning of sightseeing, which is ideal when you have limited time in the city.

In the afternoon, get back to nature, go for lunch, or both. Explore the culinary heritage of Guadalajara during a guided food tour, some of which include tastings and drinks. Then, once it gets too hot in the city center, escape to the wooded outskirts. Pay a visit to Los Colomos Forest, explore the Japanese Gardens, and feed the squirrels. Alternatively, take a detour to the Guadalajara Zoo or visit the neighboring Selva Mágica theme park. Buy your admission tickets for both in advance so you don’t waste time waiting in line.

It wouldn’t be a trip to Guadalajara—an hour from the town of Tequila—without a taste of the city’s nightlife. Head for popular Chapultepec Avenue, lined by clusters of bars, or opt for a structured bar crawl if you’re not sure where to begin. Perfect for solo travelers looking to make friends, most pub crawls also include complimentary drinks. Alternatively, if drinking isn’t your thing, try your hand at an escape-room experience instead. Booking tickets in advance will guarantee you a slot at a time that fits your schedule.