Historic Centre Travel Guide
Morelia





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Popular places to visit

Morelia Cathedral
View a range of architectural styles and rare 16th-century artwork when you visit this stunning cathedral in Morelia's Central Plaza.

Plaza de Armas
The attractive landscaped gardens and stunning views of Morelia Cathedral make this historic square a great place to stop a while.

Las Tarascas Fountain
After visiting Las Tarascas Fountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Callejon del Romance. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.

Rose Garden
After visiting Rose Garden, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Morelia. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.

Palacio Clavijero
Browse works of art and watch open-air concerts at a centuries-old building that was once a prominent Jesuit seat of learning.

Federal Palace
Morelia’s administrative hub is housed in a French-style former convent and remains one of the town’s architectural highlights.
Things to do

Tour: Getting to know Morelia with friends

Patzcuaro - Janitzio Tour to watch the "butterfly nets"
Top hotels in Historic Centre

Hotel Casino Morelia
"Everything wss very clean and staff are friendly and helpful"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

Hotel Alameda Centro Historico
"Very nice"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026

Hotel Misión Catedral Morelia
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn Express Morelia Centro Historico by IHG
"Very clean I love our stay there. I will stay there again. Excelente staff."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Hotel Vista Express Morelia By Arriva Hospitality Group
"The place is very very vintage. Super clean and the staff is great. Unfortunately this hotel DOES NOT HAVE A/C! On a good note, the city itself is very fresh and the unit does not need an a/c"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Hotel de la Soledad
"Excelente ubicacion"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Where to stay in Historic Centre

Camelinas
While Camelinas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like José María Morelos Theater and Paseo Altozano Mall.

Las Americas
While Las Americas isn't home to many top sights, Espacio Las Américas and Palace of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.

Félix Ireta
While visiting Félix Ireta, you might make a stop by sights like José María Morelos Theater and Benito Juarez Zoo.

Vista Bella
Visitors to Vista Bella enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Government House is worth a stop.

Chapultepec Norte
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chapultepec Norte and surrounding area, you can visit Morelia Aqueduct and Bosque Cuauhtémoc.




