El Carmen Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit El Carmen
Popular places to visit
Africam Safari
Bring the whole family for an entertaining day out. In the car or on foot, spot lions, giraffes, elephants and more roaming together.
Zócalo de Puebla
View the public works of art, relax in one of the cafés and get a sense of the culture in this central plaza.
Great Pyramid of Cholula
Presiding over the city of Cholula is one of the world’s largest pyramids, with an immense slope built up over centuries of religious devotion.
Puebla Cathedral
Listen to the choral performances and appreciate the excellent acoustics of this iconic church. Marvel at the octagonal altar, among other treasures.
University of the Americas Puebla
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of the Americas Puebla during your travels in San Andrés Cholula. Discover the volcano viewpoints and cafes in this trendy area.
Zona Histórica de los Fuertes
You can find out about the history of Puebla with a visit to Zona Histórica de los Fuertes. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
From Puebla: Cholula and Atlixco Puebla ́s Magical Towns
Night experience with Barra Libre in Puebla
Puebla Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Aquarium Michin or Observation Wheel
Puebla: Walking Tour of Puebla City
Puebla Hop-on Hop-off City Tour and Magical Towns of Cholula and Atlixco
Our pick of the best El Carmen Hotel Deals
Hotel Posada XVII
Muy buena estancia para Puebla centro. Me gustó su arquitectura tradicional y colonial
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Camino Real Puebla Angelopolis
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Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Puebla by IHG
The staff attended very courteous, clean room, breakfast could be more variety
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
InterContinental Presidente Puebla by IHG
awesome breakfast, great location, beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
NH Puebla Centro Histórico
A good place to stay with easy access to many attractions in downtown Puebla.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Four Points By Sheraton Puebla
Excelente opción para quedarse en Puebla. Limpio, cómodo, tiene un oxxo 24hrs al lado, la ciclovía y bicis en renta. Muy bien
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around El Carmen
Puebla Historic Center
Travellers come to Puebla Historic Center for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Zócalo de Puebla and Los Sapos Bazaar while you're in town.
Barrio De Analco
If you're spending some time in Barrio De Analco, Museo de la Memoria Histórica Universitaria and Ovando Bridge are top sights worth seeing.
Barrio de la Luz
Though Barrio de la Luz may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Artist Quarter and Los Sapos Bazaar.
Santiago
Though Santiago may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Zócalo de Puebla and Palafoxiana Library.
Barrio Del Alto
Though Barrio Del Alto may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Artist Quarter and Los Sapos Bazaar.
La Noria
La Noria is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Estrella de Puebla Observation Wheel and Angelopolis Commercial Center if you have time to explore the area.
