Zona Centro Travel Guide
Campeche





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Popular places to visit

Campeche Cathedral
Join Campeche’s devout residents as they attend Mass at this grand place of worship, which takes pride of place in the heart of the old town.

Bastion of San Francisco
Learn the history of Campeche as you explore one of its last remaining bastions and be wowed by the vast sound and light show which plays out on its walls.

Puerta de Tierra
Get a glimpse of what Campeche was like in centuries gone by when you visit this 18th-century city gate, now the site of a dramatic light-and-sound show.

Calle 59
You can learn about the history of Campeche when you stop by Calle 59. Stroll along this culturally rich area's seaside or simply enjoy its cafes.

Sea Gate
The only access point for seafarers to reach the walled city of Campeche was via this tall stone gateway. It has stood sentry over the city since the 1600s.

Plaza de la Independencia
A mesmerizing cathedral, a cultural palace and a renovated colonial building are among the attractions overlooking the gardens of this central plaza.
Things to do

Campeche: Highlights, Museums and Downtown Tour

Campeche: Gastronomic Route through the city Market

Edzná with a local: an archeo Mayan adventure
Top hotels in Zona Centro

Hotel Plaza Campeche
Beautiful hotel with lots of charm. Close to 59th Street for easy walking. The hotel restaurant breakfast was amazing and the service was equally as good.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

City Express by Marriott Campeche

Hotel Misión Campeche
Very central to all activities and in historical area.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Hotel Katuxlan
Great location, a little older but everything else was great
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

H177 Hotel
Clean room. Nice staff. Good air conditioning.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Hotel El Navegante
Other neighbourhoods around Zona Centro

Area Ah
If you're spending some time in Area Ah, Novia del Mar Monument and Galerías Campeche are top sights worth seeing.



