Historic Centre Travel Guide
Morelia
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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.
Things to do
Tour: Getting to know Morelia with friends
Patzcuaro - Janitzio Tour to watch the "butterfly nets"
Top hotels in Historic Centre
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
El hotel es muy lindo pero la habitación que reservamos decía que las camas son Queen y no lo eran, eran tamaño matrimonial. Nos quedamoa en Semana Santa y ajnque no estábamos en las habitaciones con balcôn, se escuchaba mucho ruido pde la calle, no podíamos dormir.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hotel Misión Catedral Morelia
Muy buena comida y una vista espectacular
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
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
Everything was clean and my pillows were soft and smelled like fabric softener it was close to the Cathedral and the main square plus there’s a pollo loco half a block away 100% do recommend <3
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Hotel Vista Express Morelia By Arriva Hospitality Group
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Centre
Juárez
Juárez might not have many top sights, but Plaza de Armas and Palacio Clavijero are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Molino de Parras
When in Molino de Parras, you can plan a visit to Palacio Clavijero and Plaza de Armas, 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 Palacio Clavijero and Plaza de Armas, 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 Convenciones Cantabria, 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 Morelia Museum of Natural History.
