Discover Guadalajara’s Metropolitan Park
Spend an afternoon at Guadalajara’s Metropolitan Park, where you can explore various points of interest and enjoy activities like biking, running, skating, or walking your pet.
Green and wooded areas in the city are always appreciated, and the Metropolitan Park of Guadalajara offers a beautiful retreat to relax and have fun—whether with family, friends, your pet, or by yourself. The park features multiple recreational areas and activities. Here’s a closer look.
Spread across nearly 113 hectares, the Metropolitan Park of Guadalajara offers space to walk, jog, cycle, skate, have a picnic, use outdoor gyms, and walk your dog in pet-friendly zones.
The park was inaugurated on February 14, 1997, and has since become a local landmark for those who enjoy outdoor activities and green spaces.
What to Do at Guadalajara’s Metropolitan Park
Check out the different recreational areas and activities available during your next visit to the Metropolitan Park.
Educational Ecological Trail
Launched in 2010 to promote ecological awareness, this program is designed for school groups. Kids can tour key areas of the park like the butterfly garden, greenhouse, and pond. Activities also include plaster painting and planting a family garden. Reservations must be made directly with the park.
MetroCan Dog Park
If you love spending time with your dog and are looking for new places to visit, MetroCan is a dedicated dog park where your furry friend can enjoy a small lake and an obstacle course designed just for pets.
Cycling Track
Whether you bring your own bike or rent one at the park, there are several shaded circuits for cycling. Rental options include bicycles, tricycles, and quadricycles—a fun experience for groups.
Soccer
Into soccer? The park features a space called MetroGol, perfect for casual matches with friends. You can enjoy friendly games or participate in amateur leagues.
Central Lake
A favorite area for walking or relaxing, the central lake is surrounded by several “family zones” where you can picnic or host small gatherings. Nearby, you’ll find the park’s iconic large lettering: Parque Metropolitano de Guadalajara.
Skating Rink
Grab your skates and invite your family or friends to glide around the dedicated skating area within the park.
Photo Sessions
Whether it’s for a special event, a casual photo shoot, or just your love of photography, the park offers many scenic spots surrounded by nature.
Jogging Trails
To keep up with your fitness routine, the park features three jogging paths of 3, 5, and 7 kilometers.
Sculptures
As you walk and enjoy the outdoors, you’ll come across a collection of artistic sculptures, including one called The Triumph of the Earth.
Quarter Century Forest
This small wooded area offers a peaceful spot to rest on benches shaded by jacaranda trees—just one of the many native species found here.
The Tree That Walked
This unique tree, a camichin, lies horizontally across the ground. Known as “the fallen tree,” it adds a distinctive touch to the landscape. Be sure to find it and snap a photo!
CECAM
The spaces managed by AMG’s Metropolitan Agency of Urban Forests—including this park—offer cultural and environmental education activities. For more information, call +52 33 2258 0535.
Plan a morning walk or a picnic with friends and enjoy the outdoors!
