Zona Centro Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





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Popular places to visit

Campeche Cathedral
Join Campeche’s devout residents as they attend Mass at this grand place of worship, which takes pride of place in the heart of the old town.

Bastion of San Francisco
Learn the history of Campeche as you explore one of its last remaining bastions and be wowed by the vast sound and light show which plays out on its walls.

Calle 59
You can learn about the history of Campeche when you stop by Calle 59. Stroll along this culturally rich area's seaside or simply enjoy its cafes.

Puerta de Tierra
Get a glimpse of what Campeche was like in centuries gone by when you visit this 18th-century city gate, now the site of a dramatic light-and-sound show.

Sea Gate
The only access point for seafarers to reach the walled city of Campeche was via this tall stone gateway. It has stood sentry over the city since the 1600s.

Old City Wall
What once protected Campeche from plundering pirates in the 17th century today provides awe-inspiring vantage points across the city.
Activities

Campeche: Highlights, Museums and Downtown Tour

Campeche local food: downtown and market tour
Our pick of the best Zona Centro Hotel Deals

Hotel Plaza Campeche
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Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Hotel El Navegante
The room was clean and spacious. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

City Express by Marriott Campeche
The hotel is very plain, very austere, not exactly sneaky clean, but the price is very accesible..
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

H177 Hotel
Staff was friendly, location was great, room was clean.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Hotel Misión Campeche
Very central to all activities and in historical area.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Hotel Castelmar
for a great price great hotrl, rooms, beds, common areas and pool and staff
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Zona Centro

Area Ah
If you're spending some time in Area Ah, Novia del Mar Monument and Galerías Campeche are top sights worth seeing.





