Historic Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Historic Centre
Popular places to visit
Morelia Cathedral
View a range of architectural styles and rare 16th-century artwork when you visit this stunning cathedral in Morelia's Central Plaza.
Las Tarascas Fountain
After visiting Las Tarascas Fountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Callejon del Romance. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Plaza de Armas
The attractive landscaped gardens and stunning views of Morelia Cathedral make this historic square a great place to stop a while.
Palacio Clavijero
Browse works of art and watch open-air concerts at a centuries-old building that was once a prominent Jesuit seat of learning.
Federal Palace
Morelia’s administrative hub is housed in a French-style former convent and remains one of the town’s architectural highlights.
Rose Garden
After visiting Rose Garden, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Morelia. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Activities
Tour: Getting to know Morelia with friends
Patzcuaro - Janitzio Tour to watch the "butterfly nets"
Our pick of the best Historic Centre Hotel Deals
Hotel Alameda Centro Historico
Staff were friendly and hotel was very clean and in a great location.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hotel Casino Morelia
Clean room. One of the more affordable places to stay. We didn't eat there, but the food was reasonable.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hotel Misión Catedral Morelia
The staff was exemplary, and the room was exceptionally clean and well-organized. Regarding Room #322, the bathroom requires attention due to a leak in the toilet when flushed. The primary dissatisfaction for my wife and me was the loud noise late at night. It appears that a bar is located nearby, ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
OYO Hostal Mich Morelia
Holiday Inn Express Morelia Centro Historico by IHG
Excellent place to stay in Uruapan. The staff are very friendly.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Capital O Hotel Victoria Morelia
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Centre
Juárez
Juárez might not have many top sights, but Plaza Morelos and Plaza de Armas are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Molino de Parras
When in Molino de Parras, you can plan a visit to Plaza de Armas and Plaza Morelos, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Morelos
The monuments and cocktail bars are a few reasons travellers visit Morelos. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Plaza de Armas and Palace of Justice, a few notable attractions nearby.
Félix Ireta
While visiting Félix Ireta, you might make a stop by sights like José María Morelos Theater and Benito Juarez Zoo.
Villa Universidad
When in Villa Universidad, you can plan a visit to Benito Juarez Zoo and Government House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Chapultepec Norte
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chapultepec Norte and surrounding area, you can visit Morelia Aqueduct and Bosque Cuauhtémoc.
