Puebla Historic Center Travel Guide
Puebla
Visit Puebla Historic Center
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.
Things to do
From Puebla: Cholula and Atlixco Magical Towns Tour
Puebla Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Aquarium Michin or Observation Wheel
Puebla Hop-on Hop-off City Tour
From Puebla: Iztaccihuatl hiking tour all-Inclusive
Top hotels in Puebla Historic Center
NH Puebla Centro Histórico
Nice and safe environment you feel at home
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Banyan Tree Puebla
The place was amazing and my kids loved the little robes and slippers that were provided at the hotel ..
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Hotel Palace Puebla
Good
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Hotel Del Portal, Puebla
Bien
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Quinta Real Puebla
We were a group of 3 couples staying at this beautiful hotel, staff very friendly, our stays were like being home. I really enjoyed if you need a hotel to stay I recommend Quinta Real Hotel.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Cartesiano Boutique & Wellness Hotel
The hotel is considered a boutique hotel, however it was more along the lines of a resort hotel. The lobby is grand, the courtyard is beautiful, the rooms are awesome, prime location, the food at the restaurant was also great. I booked this hotel because i wanted to swim and the pool was on the roof ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
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.
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 Los Sapos Bazaar.
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.
