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.
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.
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 Zona Centro
Hotel Sombra del Agua
Great service overall
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Hotel Plaza Magnolias
Wonderful location. Great staff.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Posada Real de Chiapas
Best Location !
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Plaza Gallery Hotel & Boutique
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Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
Hotel Palace Inn SCLC
El personal fue muy amable .las instalaciones estaban muy limpias.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2025
Hotel Ciudad Real Centro Histórico
Wonderful hotel. Staff was great and the rooms were clean in a great location, right across the street from the main park and zocalo. The only issue was that the Internet was spotty at times and would be unavailable for short periods which is typical with hotels in older building.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Zona Centro
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.
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 de Mexicanos
While Barrio de Mexicanos isn't home to many top sights, Mesoamerican Museum of Jade and Plaza 31 de Marzo are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
