Barrio de La Merced 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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
San Cristobal: Sumidero Canyon, Chiapa de Corzo, & Miradores
Rancho Nuevo Caves and Arcotete Ecotourism Center
San Cristóbal: Sumidero Canyon and Chiapa de Corzo Tour
Indigenous Peoples Zincantán and San Juan Chamula
San Cristobal: Zinacantan and San Juan Chamula Tour
Top hotels in Barrio de La Merced
Hotel Mansion del Valle
Amazing location. Short walk to the town square. The hotel is extremely beautiful! Real authentic Mexican colors and art. Amazing friendly staff. The beds are hard and not so comfortable.
Reviewed on 10 May 2025
Hotel La Casa de Mama
Super clean, super cute place to stay. Everything at walking distance Just beds are super hard and uncomfortable to sleep in
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Casa del Alma Hotel Boutique & Spa
All staff of this hotel is Amazing! I really thank them for their hospitality and service to us.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Hotel Casa de Familia de San Cristobal
Beautiful boutique hotel located in the city center on San Cristobal. The hotel is clean, and the rooms are big and cozy. The beds are super comfortable and have very soft sheets. The staff is very friendly and polite. The breakfast service is good but a bit slow. Would definitely recommend this ...
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Hotel San Luis
Very good location within walking distance of cathedral and historical churches and museum
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2025
Ganesha Hotel
Upon arrival, the front desk attendee could not locate the reservation I made through Expedia. Fortunately, they had availability, so, they offered me an upgrade for a few extra USD per night. I stayed in one of their King rooms that faced the street and had a balcony. Other than the noise from the ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Barrio de La Merced
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 de Mexicanos
While Barrio de Mexicanos isn't home to many top sights, Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo and Mesoamerican Museum of Jade are some notable places to visit nearby.
Santa Lucía
If you're spending some time in Santa Lucía, Santo Domingo Handicraft Market and Arches of Carmen are top sights worth seeing.
Ciudad Real
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ciudad Real and surrounding area, you can visit Grutas de San Cristóbal and Arches of Carmen.
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 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.
