Fantastical sculptures on the sidewalks cast stark shadows on the vivid yellow, white and terra cotta walls of the stucco buildings. [...] the best part is this fairy tale visit to Tlaquepaque's historic center includes tacos. Another option is to take an open-air tour bus, http://www.tapatiotour.com.mx. A major landmark is the Jardin Hidalgo, a large plaza flanked by two colonial-era churches on Independencia and the Parian, 199 Calle Juarez, which is a block of restaurants and bars known for mariachi music, especially on weekends. Casa Luna, at Independencia 211, is a restaurant is set in the courtyard of an old mansion with art-decked walls and colorful lanterns hung above the tables, lending a warm glow at night. Live bands play during the dinner hour and the menu offers traditional Mexican cuisine with a high-end twist, like the duck carnitas tacos.