Puebla Historic Center Travel Guide
Puebla
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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.
Centro Expositor
Learn about the events happening in Centro Expositor during your trip to Puebla. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
Artist Quarter
Wander through narrow alleys to this quaint and iconic artists’ zone, where market stalls and galleries meet on a cobbled square.
Things to do
From Puebla: Cholula and Atlixco Magical Towns Tour
Puebla Hop-on Hop-off City Tour
Puebla: Hop-on Hop-off City Tour and Aquarium Michín
From Puebla: Iztaccihuatl hiking tour all-Inclusive
Top hotels in Puebla Historic Center
NH Puebla Centro Histórico
"We didn’t pay for the breakfast buffet but the coffee shop in the lobby was fine. No breakfast options. Just pastries and sandwiches. The room could use a refresh. Very out dated. Lots of mold around the room. Was there for a business trip so didn’t spend alot of time in the room but it was still ..."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Banyan Tree Puebla
Hotel Isabel
"Pesimo servicio al cliente, muy mala limpieza, no nos solucionaban ni apoyaban en nada, el mini split goteando"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Quinta Real Puebla
"I don’t recommend the not remodeled rooms. They are very old and dark, not enough outlets, small closet. I liked the staff; they were friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Hotel Palace Puebla
"Hotel con muy buena ubicación, mi habitación era una sencilla, demasiado calor, muy sofocado, cuenta con ventilador peeo no corre el aire debido a que tiene una centanita muy pequeña, era doficil descansar. El hotel es viejo por lo tanto la habitación olia mal, el baño no esta en opti.as condiciones. ..."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
voco Royalty Puebla Downtown by IHG
"Good"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
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Where to stay in Puebla Historic Center
Angelópolis
Angelópolis is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like University Cultural Center of BUAP and Angelopolis Commercial Center.
Cholula
You'll enjoy the archaeological sites and museums in Cholula. You might want to make time for a stop at La Virgen de los Remedios Sanctuary or Zócalo.
La Paz
When in La Paz, you can plan a visit to Galerías Serdán and Triangulo Las Animas Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Los Angeles
Though Los Angeles may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Atlixco Square and Lighted Village.
Cholula Centro
If you're spending some time in Cholula Centro, San Gabriel Convent and Ex-Convento de San Gabriel are top sights worth seeing.
