Zona Centro Travel Guide
San Cristóbal de las Casas
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Zona Centro
Hotel Sombra del Agua
Always enjoy coming back here.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Posada Real de Chiapas
Clean room with heater and warm covers, good continental breakfast. Convenient to the plaza.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hotel Plaza Magnolias
Did not have breakfast at the hotel
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hotel Ciudad Real Centro Histórico
Excellent super friendly staff. I felt very welcomed! They Even changed us to downstairs room to accommodate my senior mom who can’t climb stairs. Room was very clean and hotel location was excellent! Loved my stay here.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Hotel Grand Maria
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Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Hotel Diego de Mazariegos
The staff is excellent! The rooms are clean. The restaurant is open from early to late. The hotel has a rustic feel-experiencing the past in a very pleasant way. We will stay here again in the future.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Zona Centro
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 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.
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.
Barrio de Guadalupe
While Barrio de Guadalupe may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Na Bolom Cultural Museum and Santo Domingo Handicraft Market.
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.
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.
