La Joya Travel Guide
Puebla
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.
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.
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.
Cuauhtemoc Stadium
Catch an event at Cuauhtemoc Stadium during your trip to Puebla. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Puebla Cathedral
Listen to the choral performances and appreciate the excellent acoustics of this iconic church. Marvel at the octagonal altar, among other treasures.
Centro Expositor
Learn about the events happening in Centro Expositor during your trip to Puebla. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
From Puebla: Cholula and Atlixco Magical Towns Tour
Puebla Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Aquarium Michin or Observation Wheel
From Puebla: Hiking in the Iztaccíhuatl all included
Top hotels in La Joya
Holiday Inn Express Puebla by IHG
Las instalaciones muy deterioradas y no funciono el aire acondicionado del cuarto y pesimo servicio del director me envio ventilador cuando pague precio completo
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Puebla Angelopolis by IHG
I had a Do Not Disturb sign on the door and they ended up coming in. Made the bed, took the towels and did not even restock anything. We went to complain to receptionists and they came back later after checking the cameras and didn't notice anyone go in (Then how was the bed made and the towels ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Camino Real Puebla Angelopolis
Lack of maintenance, shower in waves hot- cold, hard to use it
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
NH Puebla Centro Histórico
Great restaurants near by and you can walk to the great museums
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
InterContinental Presidente Puebla by IHG
Clean room, beautiful pool, attentive staff
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
La Quinta by Wyndham Puebla Palmas Angelopolis
Buen servicio
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Joya
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.
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.
Barrio De Los Remedios
While Barrio De Los Remedios may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Artist Quarter and Los Sapos Bazaar.
Barrio de la Luz
Though Barrio de la Luz may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Artist Quarter and Los Sapos Bazaar.
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.
