Puebla Historic Center Travel Guide
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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.
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.
Los Sapos Bazaar
Discover the bohemian flair and artisanal items in the market stalls that stretch across a street with a history entwined with frogs.
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
Discover Cholula and Atlixco Magical Towns
Night experience with Barra Libre in Puebla
Visit Africam Safari Park, The Great Adventure!
Puebla Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Aquarium Michin or Observation Wheel
From Puebla: Cholula and Atlixco Puebla ́s Magical Towns
Top hotels in Puebla Historic Center
NH Puebla Centro Histórico
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
Hotel Isabel
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025
Banyan Tree Puebla
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025
Quinta Real Puebla
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025
Hotel Diana
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025
HOTEL BOUTIQUE CASONA 65
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Puebla Historic Center
El Carmen
While El Carmen isn't home to many top sights, Puebla Cathedral and Los Sapos Bazaar are some notable places to visit nearby.
Barrio De Analco
If you're spending some time in Barrio De Analco, Ovando Bridge and Museo de la Memoria Histórica Universitaria are top sights worth seeing.
Barrio Del Alto
Though Barrio Del Alto may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Los Sapos Bazaar and Zócalo de Puebla.
Xanenetla
Xanenetla might not have many top sights, but Fort Loreto and Zona Histórica de los Fuertes are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
San Sebastian
While San Sebastian isn't home to many top sights, Zócalo de Puebla and Puebla Cathedral are some notable places to visit nearby.
Santiago
Though Santiago may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Puebla Cathedral and Zócalo de Puebla.