Barrio de la Luz Travel Guide
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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.

Puebla Cathedral
Listen to the choral performances and appreciate the excellent acoustics of this iconic church. Marvel at the octagonal altar, among other treasures.

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.

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.
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Top hotels in Barrio de la Luz

Hotel Boutique Casareyna
Really nice stay--helpful staff (patient with our beginner Spanish), excellent restaurants, and terrific rooms (our family had two different but equally nice rooms). Easy walk to the historic city center with lots to do. We'd have liked better wifi service, but other than that, we loved it. We'll ...
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Ikonik Hotel Puebla
The hotel is walkable to the centro, restaurants and shopping we were very happy and comfortable. FYI no safe in rooms. We pre-purchased the breakfast it was worth it if you don't want to walk or figure out were to eat.
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Camino Real Puebla Angelopolis
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Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

NH Puebla Centro Histórico
We had a few things like the security box was broken , some fluid running water during many hours and rare sounds like guns in the very early morning.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

InterContinental Presidente Puebla by IHG
La estancia increíble
Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Express Puebla by IHG
The lobster was good
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Barrio de la Luz

Barrio De Analco
If you're spending some time in Barrio De Analco, Ovando Bridge and Museo de la Memoria Histórica Universitaria 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 Los Sapos Bazaar and Zócalo de Puebla.

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.

Xanenetla
Xanenetla might not have many top sights, but Fort Loreto and Zona Histórica de los Fuertes are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.