Puebla Historic Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Puebla Historic Center
Popular places to visit
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.
Puebla Cathedral
Listen to the choral performances and appreciate the excellent acoustics of this iconic church. Marvel at the octagonal altar, among other treasures.
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.
Fort Loreto
Learn about the famous Mexican holiday of Cinco de Mayo in the museums of this surviving fortress where important battles took place.
Los Sapos Bazaar
Discover the bohemian flair and artisanal items in the market stalls that stretch across a street with a history entwined with frogs.
Santo Domingo Church
Appreciate the Baroque altar and pulpit and see the gold-leaf embellishments and works of art in the “Eighth Wonder of the World.”
Activities
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Night experience with Barra Libre in Puebla
Puebla Hop-on Hop-off City Tour and Magical Towns of Cholula and Atlixco
Our pick of the best Puebla Historic Center Hotel Deals
NH Puebla Centro Histórico
A good place to stay with easy access to many attractions in downtown Puebla.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Banyan Tree Puebla
Incredible rooms. Very sound proof. Everything is first class. It is a newer building integrated into historic structures with high quality finishing at every turn. Exceptional property. Just touching the historic district. Pleasant location. Only weakness I could find was they are about the only ...
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Palacio Julio Hotel
Awesome place. Super clean. Great location. Nice staff. Breakfast excellent. Comfy beds
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Cartesiano Boutique & Wellness Hotel
Staff was very friendly
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Quinta Real Puebla
Excellent hotel and great location near the historical downtown to visit.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
HOTEL BOUTIQUE CASONA 65
The staff was very friendly and greeted us every time we were coming and going. The property maintained its historic charm while updating the rooms. It's conveniently located by the Museo Amparo and a short walk from the main square. It's also connected to an excellent coffee shop if you are a coffee ...
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Puebla Historic Center
El Carmen
While El Carmen isn't home to many top sights, Los Sapos Bazaar and Zócalo de Puebla are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Los Sapos Bazaar and Zócalo de Puebla.
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 Del Alto
Though Barrio Del Alto may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Los Sapos Bazaar and Zócalo de Puebla.
San Sebastian
While San Sebastian isn't home to many top sights, Zócalo de Puebla and Rosario Chapel are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
