Palmira Travel Guide
Cuernavaca
Popular places to visit

Cuernavaca Cathedral
Part of a former monastery, this is one of the oldest cathedrals in the country. Step inside to find a multitude of 17th-century works of art lining its walls.

Borda Gardens
Attend the cultural events and art exhibits in this scenic museum and gardens and learn about its wealthy former residents.

Cuauhnahuac Regional Museum
Admire the range of frescoes on the walls and ceiling of this fascinating site, among the oldest colonial gems in the Americas.

Robert Brady Museum
Celebrate the diversity of art from across the world in this intriguing and comprehensive collection put together by an American traveler.
Galerias Cuernavaca Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Galerias Cuernavaca Mall during your stay in Cuernavaca. Wander the picturesque gardens in this relaxing area.
Forum Cuernavaca
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Forum Cuernavaca during your visit to Cuernavaca. Wander the picturesque gardens in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Top hotels in Palmira

Hosteria Las Quintas Hotel
Excellent service in a beautiful setting
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cuernavaca by IHG
Nice recommend
Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025

Fiesta Americana Hacienda San Antonio el Puente Resort & Spa
The staff, everyone included were very friendly, attentive and helpful. Our room was very nice, in an hacienda style keeping with a great tradition and same to the hacienda, which dates back to the 16th century. This probably the best hacienda we have stayed at. Every aspect, atmosphere, pools, restaurant ...
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Fiesta Inn Cuernavaca
Great stay and loved the hut tub in one of the pools. Water was great even at 60’s temps. Will definitely come back!
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Hotel de Cuautla
Excellent work
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Grand Fiesta Americana Sumiya Cuernavaca
Power went out a couple of times during the night, breakfast service one moring was lacking, due to a group that took priority over regular guests
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Palmira

Las Palmas
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Las Palmas and surrounding area, you can visit Cuernavaca Cathedral and Cuernavaca Golf Club.

Lomas de Cuernavaca
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lomas de Cuernavaca and surrounding area, you can visit Papalote Museo del Niño and Tabachines Golf Club.

Las Quintas
Though Las Quintas may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza de Armas and Tabachines Golf Club.

Acapantzingo
Gardens and restaurants are notable features of Acapantzingo. You might consider stopping by Ethnobotanical Garden and Museum of Traditional and Herbal Medicine while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Sumiya
Sumiya might not have many top sights, but Balneario La Cascada and Tabachines Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Central Cuernavaca
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Central Cuernavaca. You might want to make time for a stop at Plaza de Armas or Cuauhnahuac Regional Museum.