Zona Centro 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.
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.
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.
Arches of Carmen
Stand in the peaceful square and appreciate the beauty and unique architecture of this impressive colonial tower, which belongs to the adjacent church.
Things to do
San Juan Chamula and Zinacantán Indigenous Communities
San Cristobal: Sumidero Canyon, Chiapa de Corzo, & Miradores
Rancho Nuevo Caves and Arcotete Ecotourism Center
Indigenous Peoples Zincantán and San Juan Chamula
Sumidero Canyon and Chiapa de Corzo Tour Compartido
Top hotels in Zona Centro
Hotel Sombra del Agua
Absolutely beautiful boutique hotel. I loved everything about it. Very conveniently located to everything. Very Walkable to all major restaurants cafes and landmarks. The only thing I would suggest is a coffee machine in the rooms for those who love there coffee early in the morning like me.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hotel Provincia
Its a very nice property right in the heart of San Cristobal!
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2025
Hotel Ciudad Real Centro Histórico
Yes,but the floors were very cold they could have a little heat in the room to make it more pleasant .
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Hotel Diego de Mazariegos
The staff is excellent! The rooms are clean. The restaurant is open from early to late. The hotel has a rustic feel-experiencing the past in a very pleasant way. We will stay here again in the future.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hotel Palace Inn SCLC
This is the first place that actually placed attention to details. The window can be opened without issues, room is spacious, there is heating and also air-conditioning. The furniture, doors, windows, are all made with craftsmanship. This is not usual for this price range in San Cristóbal. The area ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hotel Jardines del Centro
Room was clean every day and stuff very polite
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Zona Centro
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 del Cerrillo
If you're spending some time in Barrio del Cerrillo, Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo and Na Bolom Cultural Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 Santo Domingo Handicraft Market and Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo.
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 Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo and Mesoamerican Museum of Jade.
