Chapala and Ajijic
About 1 hr by car from Guadalajara
Mexico's largest lake, with a cobblestoned artists' village of murals and galleries.
Why locals go
Lakeside calm under an hour south.
Visiting Guadalajara?
At 1 hr by car, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Guadalajara for your flight home.
What to book
- Ajijic malecón and murals
- Lake boat ride to Isla de los Alacranes
- Chapala market
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Boutique hotel in Ajijic
- Dinner on the malecón at sunset
With friends
- Lake boat trip
- Weekend art walk in Ajijic
When to go
Year-round, mild climate.