Barrio de Mexicanos Travel Guide
San Cristóbal de las Casas
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Popular places to visit
San Cristóbal de las Casas Cathedral
In the heart of the historic center, discover a colorful cathedral and one of the most significant buildings of this traditional Mexican city.
Santo Domingo Handicraft Market
Spend a delightful morning perusing the myriad colorful stalls at the city’s famous outdoor crafts market. Buy some souvenirs to take home.
Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo
With its spectacular ornamental church, two museums showing beautiful Mayan textiles and a bustling market, this spot in Chiapas is quite popular.
Guadalupe Church
Climb the 79 steps to appreciate the staggering views from this hilltop church. The church itself is a pretty example of colonial architecture.
Mesoamerican Museum of Jade
Understand the importance that jade held in ancient Mesoamerican cultures at this fascinating museum, where you will find replica masks and jewelry.
Na Bolom Cultural Museum
Tour this remarkable museum and cultural center, which depicts the lifetime of study of the Lacandón indigenous people by Gertrude Duby and Frans Blom.
Things to do
Tour to Indian Villages of Chamula and Zinacantan
Rancho Nuevo Caves and Arcotete Ecotourism Center
Indigenous villages; Zinacantan and San Juan Chamula.
From San Cristobal: Agua Azul, Misol-ha, and Palenque
San Cristobal: Sumidero Canyon, Chiapa de Corzo, & Miradores
Top hotels in Barrio de Mexicanos
Casa Mexicana Hotel
The hotel was excellent – just a short walk from San Cristóbal’s central park in a safe area. The facilities have lovely colonial touches that give it real character. Comfortable, well located, and great value for money. I’d happily return.
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025
Hotel Bo
Very nice
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025
Hotel Posada Primavera
staff is great and services offered unmatched !
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2025
Hotel Junvay
Todo super bien
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
Rossco Hostel
Beautiful place, downtown, nice vibe, and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2023
Capital O OYO Hotel Las Nubes Mercado de Dulces y Artesanías Ámbar, San Cristobal De Las Casas
No es un lugar horrible pero no es vale el costo para nada, hay muchos lugares mejores que no cuestan tanto. La habitación está bien, con agua caliente. Pero la personal es antipático y la televisión siempre está encendida a un volumen muy fuerte. Muy molesto
Reviewed on 6 May 2023
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Other neighbourhoods around Barrio de Mexicanos
Zona Centro
Unique features of Zona Centro include the museums and gardens. Make a stop by Mesoamerican Museum of Jade or Foro Cultural Kinoki while you're exploring the area.
Barrio del Cerrillo
If you're spending some time in Barrio del Cerrillo, Na Bolom Cultural Museum and Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo are top sights worth seeing.
Barrio de La Merced
While visiting Barrio de La Merced, you might make a stop by sights like Amber Museum of Chiapas and Regional Costume Museum.
Harvard
While there might not be top attractions in Harvard, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Na Bolom Cultural Museum and Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo.
Santa Lucía
If you're spending some time in Santa Lucía, Santo Domingo Handicraft Market and Arches of Carmen are top sights worth seeing.
Barrio de Guadalupe
While Barrio de Guadalupe may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Na Bolom Cultural Museum and Santo Domingo Handicraft Market.
