Barrio de Guadalupe Travel Guide
San Cristóbal de las Casas
Visit Barrio de Guadalupe
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo
With its spectacular ornamental church, two museums showing beautiful Mayan textiles and a bustling market, this spot in Chiapas is quite popular.
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.
Things to do
San Juan Chamula and Zinacantán Indigenous Communities
Rancho Nuevo Caves and Arcotete Ecotourism Center
San Cristobal: Sumidero Canyon, Chiapa de Corzo, & Miradores
Indigenous Peoples Zincantán and San Juan Chamula
Sumidero Canyon and Chiapa de Corzo Tour Compartido
Top hotels in Barrio de Guadalupe
Hotel Cielo y Selva, San Cristobal de las Casas
"Is a great place to stay"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Yox Hotel Boutique
"Muy buena atencion al cliente. La limpieza excelente, sin embargo la manija de la regadera estaba ropa y no habia secadora de cabello en el bano."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Jungla Hotel Boutique
"Very cute hotel but not what we were expecting. First thing I noticed was that the showers never really got hot or stayed hot. They get lukewarm at best. Staffing said that it’s because they were “regaderas de paso” meaning they’re only to rinse then you have to be turning on and off the water so ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hotel Ocho Barrios
"We stayed one night the hotel was in good location, but there were not enough towels and toilet paper . We called the personnel no body answer the phone"
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hotel Tepeyac
"Yes the room was pottless. The service excellent"
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
OYO Hotel Punta Guadalupe, San Cristóbal
"El personal fué muy amable, cordiales y atentos a cualquier necesidad. Las lnstalaciones malas, deben mejorar cuiden también la limpieza."
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Where to stay in Barrio de Guadalupe
Zona Centro
Unique features of Zona Centro include the museums and gardens. Make a stop by Plaza 31 de Marzo or Mesoamerican Museum of Jade while you're exploring the area.
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 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 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.
De Cuxtitali
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in De Cuxtitali and surrounding area, you can visit Na Bolom Cultural Museum and Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo.
