El Carmen Travel Guide
Puebla
Popular places to visit
Africam Safari
Bring the whole family for an entertaining day out. In the car or on foot, spot lions, giraffes, elephants and more roaming together.
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.
Great Pyramid of Cholula
Presiding over the city of Cholula is one of the world’s largest pyramids, with an immense slope built up over centuries of religious devotion.
Cuauhtemoc Stadium
Catch an event at Cuauhtemoc Stadium during your trip to Puebla. While in this culturally rich 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.
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.
Things to do
From Puebla: Cholula and Atlixco Magical Towns Tour
Puebla Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Aquarium Michin or Observation Wheel
From Puebla: Hiking in the Iztaccíhuatl all included
Top hotels in El Carmen
Hotel Posada XVII
I loved everything. I worked for Marriott for 12 years so I can appreciate small details. The owner has an amazing collection of unique antiques. I loved the decor. I’m guessing the owner knows good service because every staff member was so accommodating. I’m going to run out of space so I need to ...
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
NH Puebla Centro Histórico
El servicio excelente el lugar acogedor y la alberca muy limpia
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Puebla Angelopolis by IHG
Some things inside the bathroom were not well placed. Looks like it is not having proper maintenance. Swimming pool not working. Breakfast good.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Fiesta Inn Puebla Las Animas
This hotel was great. I would definitely stay here again should we come back to Puebla. It was clean and the staff was incredibly accommodating. Something to note is that there is no fridge in the hotel room. We were able to ask at the front desk and they gave us a ticket to keep things refrigerated ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Puebla by IHG
Good amenities and friendly staff. Perfect for our 1 night stay.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
La Quinta by Wyndham Puebla Palmas Angelopolis
Great! Todo y todos muy bien
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Carmen
Puebla Historic Center
Travellers come to Puebla Historic Center for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Zócalo de Puebla and Los Sapos Bazaar while you're in town.
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 Artist Quarter and Los Sapos Bazaar.
Santiago
Though Santiago may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Zócalo de Puebla and Palafoxiana Library.
Barrio Del Alto
Though Barrio Del Alto may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Artist Quarter and Los Sapos Bazaar.
San Pablo de Los Frailes
Though San Pablo de Los Frailes may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Zócalo de Puebla and Artist Quarter.
