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.
Puebla Cathedral
Listen to the choral performances and appreciate the excellent acoustics of this iconic church. Marvel at the octagonal altar, among other treasures.
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.
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.
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Top hotels in Puebla Historic Center
NH Puebla Centro Histórico
Clean rooms, great food, awesome staff and nice facilities
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Banyan Tree Puebla
Beautiful hotel in a good location with a view of the volcano.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Cartesiano Boutique & Wellness Hotel
Beautifully designed hotel and room. My wife lived the spa and the massage and the pool looked warm and nice even though I didn't use it.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Hotel Isabel
yes rooms were clean staff very nice
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Hotel Del Portal, Puebla
El lugar bien, todo que ver en esa área no necesitas carro, mucho que caminar y ver
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
HOTEL MARGARITA
Although the toon was clean, the carpet had stains all over the place. Also, the light was too dim . For a night, maybe 2 it was ok.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Puebla Historic Center
El Carmen
While El Carmen isn't home to many top sights, Los Sapos Bazaar and Zócalo de Puebla are some notable places to visit nearby.
Barrio De Analco
If you're spending some time in Barrio De Analco, Museo de la Memoria Histórica Universitaria and Ovando Bridge are top sights worth seeing.
Barrio de la Luz
Though Barrio de la Luz may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Los Sapos Bazaar and Zócalo de Puebla.
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.
San Sebastian
While San Sebastian isn't home to many top sights, Zócalo de Puebla and Rosario Chapel are some notable places to visit nearby.
La Noria
La Noria is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Estrella de Puebla Observation Wheel and Angelopolis Commercial Center if you have time to explore the area.
