Private Tour
Tonalá and Tlaquepaque Tour: Private Mexican Pottery Experience
Overview
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8 hours
Mobile ticket
Enjoy a unique cultural experience dedicated to the art and history of the region. Tour the pottery towns of Tonalá and Tlaquepaque with a local expert.
Meet the pottery artisans and their families in their workshops. Create a clay craft with your own hands. Become a potter for a day.
Explore the colonial buildings, squares, markets, temples, art galleries, and local craft workshops while learning about the ancestral legacy of Jalisco.
Your local host will share history, traditions, and cuisine in a social, friendly, and fun atmosphere. This tour is designed for art lovers or those seeking an authentic, local, personalized experience.
Benefits:
• Expert local guide.
• Visit two pottery workshops.
• Private tour for you and your companions.
• Private round-trip transport.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Visit the workshop of one of the most recognized artisans of Jalisco.
Appreciate the architecture of the Palacio Municipal (Town Hall) as well as a mural inside dedicated to the history of Tonalá. Subject to availability according to the authorities.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Visit two Pottery Workshops
Purified water
Soda or mineral water
Knowledgeable Local Guide
Hotel Pickup and Dropoff
Lunch
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Tonalá and Tlaquepaque Tour: Private Mexican Pottery Experience
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Reviews
31 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Artisan tour as a world school adventure.
Montanahiker09,,Apr 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was myself and my 14 year old son on this tour. We have traveled the world and we both agree this is one of the best tours ever. Fernando is so knowledgeable, open and friendly.
All in all bad experience
WhateverMontreal,,Mar 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Tried canceling. A week before and they refuse. Went to Tonalá and was a bust. I love Mexico and I am a fan of all the pueblo but tonala and tequila are everything I cannot stand All young tourist, loud and the food food is what the tourist want. Bad, poor service. Tonala has amazing pottery but you have to be willing to spend $400 for a very small cup (espresso size). Tequila is sa bunch of drunk young peoples annoying.
Tonalá & Tlaquepaque Tour: Art Towns & Pottery Experience
Mitch D,,Jan 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our Tour Guide was wonderful!! The artisans that we visited welcomed us like family into their shops and homes.
Generations of Clay: Living History!
Raul A,,Dec 31, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We really enjoyed learning about the different ceramic techniques of the region. The two studios we visited have been around for generations, and our hosts (Daniel and Cony) were very welcoming and warm. Our private guide and driver were fabulous as well, we felt spoiled.
Make sure to visit Tonala and Tlaquepaque wilt Fernando and Polo as your guides.
David M,,Dec 9, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00My husband and I had an amazing tour of Tónala and Tlaquepaque with our guides Fernando and Polo. We learned so much about the history of both areas and went to a famous ceramic studio where we learned how the process involved with these world famous ceramics. We also visited a ceramic studio where we were shown how to make a clay perrito. Walking the streets of Tlaquepaque was so interesting and has an abundance of beautiful artwork, crafts and excellent restaurants. It’s a must visit!
Book this tour!
Heather S,,Nov 8, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Fernando was such a great guide! The explanation and history was fantastic! He stayed at my mom pace which was really nice. Vicente our driver also was an addition to the service. Definitely would recommend booking this tour!
A highly recommended full-day experience
JohnTColordo,,Apr 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fernando treated us to a great day in these two towns. He was very knowledgeable on the local history and art scene. The two workshops we visited were very different and both wonderful experiences.
Private tour with David
J5766KDmichaelg,,Apr 13, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00David was an engaging guide for me and my wife. He asked about our specific interest and did his best to accommodate. We thoroughly enjoyed it and would book a different tour with David the next time we are in Guadalajara.
Great tour with Diego
nivtop,,Mar 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was our first trip to Guadalajara and we weren't sure what to do. We saw great reviews for this tour with Diego Hannon so we decided to book it. From the minute we met Diego everything about the tour totally exceeded our expectations. He was so knowledgeable about the area, as well as the people and customs. He was totally attentive to our needs and we learned so much from him. I would highly recommend this tour with Diego. It is not to be missed.
Best tour
t 2wierstuber,,Mar 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Tonalá and Tlaquepaque Tour with David was the best we could have had. We saw two Handicraft shops which had alot of family tradition (5 generations). They gave us alot of information and insights in their art, craftsmanship and history. They were so friendly and welcoming it was a pleasure to meet those two families. Also we walked and enjoyed the Town Tonalá & Tlaquepaque. David was very friendly and knowledgeable and was attending all our wishes. He went out of his way to make sure all of our needs were met, including stopping by a nice restaurant to get us some delicious micheladas to enjoy with the hot weather. I highly recommend this tour!
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