Barrio del Cerrillo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Barrio del Cerrillo
Popular places to visit
Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo
With its spectacular ornamental church, two museums showing beautiful Mayan textiles and a bustling market, this spot in Chiapas is quite popular.
Na Bolom Cultural Museum
Tour this remarkable museum and cultural center, which depicts the lifetime of study of the Lacandón indigenous people by Gertrude Duby and Frans Blom.
Mayan Textile Center
You can study the exhibits at Mayan Textile Center, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to San Cristóbal de las Casas. Wander around the gardens or experience the area's museums.
San Cristóbal de las Casas Cathedral
In the heart of the historic center, discover a colorful cathedral and one of the most significant buildings of this traditional Mexican city.
Santo Domingo Handicraft Market
Spend a delightful morning perusing the myriad colorful stalls at the city’s famous outdoor crafts market. Buy some souvenirs to take home.
Mesoamerican Museum of Jade
Understand the importance that jade held in ancient Mesoamerican cultures at this fascinating museum, where you will find replica masks and jewelry.
Activities
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Our pick of the best Barrio del Cerrillo Hotel Deals
Guayaba Inn Boutique Hotel
Definitely one of the best gotel stays we have ever had. Breakfast is magnificent, eooms are awesome, some even come with a real wood burning fireplace.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Alhambra Hotel - San Cristóbal de las Casas
I frequented this quaint, family owned, hotel during my summer long exploration of the offerings in and around the San Cristobal area. I found, that while everything related to the hotel stay was satisfactory ( for the price point) the real value was the genuine friendliness and knowledge of the ...
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2024
DEPARTAMENTO CENTRO SAN CRISTOBAL
Excelente
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025
Hotel Villa Murano
Excellent service and accommodation. Highly recommended!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2020
Hotel Na Bolom
Clean, comfortable room. Location was convenient and I was able to walk safely about town. Was a bit chilly…heater in room helped somewhat. Was nice to have an extra blanket in the closet. I ate at the restaurant one time. Food and service was good. Disappointed, however, with wifi. Cell signals ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Casa Rincón
Excelente
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio del Cerrillo
Harvard
While there might not be top attractions in Harvard, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Na Bolom Cultural Museum and Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo.
Barrio de Guadalupe
While Barrio de Guadalupe may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Na Bolom Cultural Museum and Santo Domingo Handicraft Market.
Zona Centro
Unique features of Zona Centro include the museums and gardens. Make a stop by Plaza 31 de Marzo or Mesoamerican Museum of Jade while you're exploring the area.
Barrio de Mexicanos
While Barrio de Mexicanos isn't home to many top sights, Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo and Mesoamerican Museum of Jade are some notable places to visit nearby.
Santa Lucía
If you're spending some time in Santa Lucía, Santo Domingo Handicraft Market and Arches of Carmen are top sights worth seeing.
Ojo de Agua
Ojo de Agua might not have many top sights, but Na Bolom Cultural Museum and Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
