Barrio de la Luz Travel Guide
Puebla
Visit Barrio de la Luz
Popular places to visit
Africam Safari
Bring the whole family for an entertaining day out. In the car or on foot, spot lions, giraffes, elephants and more roaming together.
Zócalo de Puebla
View the public works of art, relax in one of the cafés and get a sense of the culture in this central plaza.
Great Pyramid of Cholula
Presiding over the city of Cholula is one of the world’s largest pyramids, with an immense slope built up over centuries of religious devotion.
Puebla Cathedral
Listen to the choral performances and appreciate the excellent acoustics of this iconic church. Marvel at the octagonal altar, among other treasures.
University of the Americas Puebla
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of the Americas Puebla during your travels in San Andrés Cholula. Discover the volcano viewpoints and cafes in this trendy area.
Zona Histórica de los Fuertes
You can find out about the history of Puebla with a visit to Zona Histórica de los Fuertes. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Puebla Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Aquarium Michin or Observation Wheel
From Puebla: Cholula and Atlixco Puebla ́s Magical Towns
From Puebla: Hiking in the Iztaccíhuatl all included
Discover the Magical Cities of Puebla and Cholula from Mexico City
Top hotels in Barrio de la Luz
Hotel Boutique Casareyna
Clean room, excellent service, awesome pool with warm water, excellente food service in the restaurant and in the pool. Safe, quiet. Very comfortable room.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Ikonik Hotel Puebla
Clean room
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Camino Real Puebla Angelopolis
NA
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
NH Puebla Centro Histórico
Yes the staff was great and very accomodating.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
InterContinental Presidente Puebla by IHG
Ni e place to stay
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Fiesta Inn Puebla Las Animas
We stay here every year for Christmas/new Year. Great hotel, great service, great location
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio de la Luz
Barrio De Analco
If you're spending some time in Barrio De Analco, Museo de la Memoria Histórica Universitaria and Ovando Bridge are top sights worth seeing.
Barrio Del Alto
Though Barrio Del Alto may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Artist Quarter and Los Sapos Bazaar.
Puebla Historic Center
Travellers come to Puebla Historic Center for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Zócalo de Puebla and Los Sapos Bazaar while you're in town.
El Carmen
While El Carmen isn't home to many top sights, Los Sapos Bazaar and Zócalo de Puebla are some notable places to visit nearby.
San Sebastian
While San Sebastian isn't home to many top sights, Zócalo de Puebla and Rosario Chapel are some notable places to visit nearby.
La Noria
La Noria is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Estrella de Puebla Observation Wheel and Angelopolis Commercial Center if you have time to explore the area.
