De Cuxtitali Travel Guide
San Cristóbal de las Casas
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.
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.
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.
Plaza 31 de Marzo
Join locals at the city’s main square where evening music, leafy trees and a plethora of impressive colonial buildings await.
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.
Things to do
San Cristobal: Sumidero Canyon, Chiapa de Corzo, & Miradores
Rancho Nuevo Caves and Arcotete Ecotourism Center
Indigenous Peoples Zincantán and San Juan Chamula
San Cristóbal: Sumidero Canyon and Chiapa de Corzo Tour
San Cristobal: Zinacantan and San Juan Chamula Tour
Montebello Lakes and Chiflon Waterfalls Tour
Top hotels in De Cuxtitali
Hotel Sombra del Agua
Great service overall
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Hotel Hacienda Don Juan
Viaje por motivos de trabajo, pero la experiencia de quedarme una noche en el hotel me motiva a regresar en plan de vacaciones
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Hotel Mukul Na
Nos gustó mucho, el personal fue muy amable y nos ofreció servicio de taxi para nuestro regreso al aeropuerto. Tiene buena ubicación, está cerca del centro.
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025
Hotel Rocaval
Very good facility but very outdated the hotel has a huge potential to be excellent no air conditioning no fan only heat with over 76 degrees!!!
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Hotel Cielo y Selva, San Cristobal de las Casas
The staff was very helpful, we needed some ibuprofen, and the front desk representative, ordered it on his phone, and brought it to us. The bed is super comfortable, we loved the pillows and the sheets so much, that we took pictures of the labels. LOL. Brakfast included is njce, fresh fruit is good, ...
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Hotel Plaza Magnolias
Wonderful location. Great staff.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around De Cuxtitali
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.
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 Mesoamerican Museum of Jade.
Ojo de Agua
Ojo de Agua might not have many top sights, but Na Bolom Cultural Museum and Orquídeas Moxviquil Botanical Garden are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Zona Centro
Unique features of Zona Centro include the museums and gardens. Make a stop by Plaza 31 de Marzo or Mesoamerican Museum of Jade while you're exploring the area.
Santa Lucía
If you're spending some time in Santa Lucía, Santo Domingo Handicraft Market and Arches of Carmen are top sights worth seeing.
