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.
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.
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.
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.
Na Bolom Cultural Museum
Tour this remarkable museum and cultural center, which depicts the lifetime of study of the Lacandón indigenous people by Gertrude Duby and Frans Blom.
Things to do
San Cristobal: Sumidero Canyon, Chiapa de Corzo, & Miradores
Rancho Nuevo Caves and Arcotete Ecotourism Center
San Cristóbal: Sumidero Canyon and Chiapa de Corzo Tour
Indigenous Peoples Zincantán and San Juan Chamula
San Cristobal: Zinacantan and San Juan Chamula Tour
Top hotels in Barrio de Guadalupe
Hotel Cielo y Selva, San Cristobal de las Casas
The staff was very friendly and helpful all the time!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hotel Tepeyac
Clean room, good staff
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Casavieja
Great location and very kind staff! Our room was on the 3rd floor super gorgeous view of the town and very central to everything! Would stay again for sure!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Tierra Alta Hostal
Clean and spacious property. Staff are very friendly and willing to accommodate any request.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Hotel Casa del Sol
Friendly good but need to change more details
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2024
Taller de Juan - Casa Hotel
The Hotel was very pretty, and relaxed. Just a suggestion; the receptionist needs to be at the desk all the time. We had a little issue, one our tours was so early at 4:00 am and the front door was locked. We did not find the receptionist and no one answer the phone. So we needed to talk with the ...
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio de Guadalupe
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.
Harvard
While there might not be top attractions in Harvard, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Na Bolom Cultural Museum and Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo.
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 Mexicanos
While Barrio de Mexicanos isn't home to many top sights, Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo and Mesoamerican Museum of Jade are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
