Puebla Historic Center Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Fort Loreto
Learn about the famous Mexican holiday of Cinco de Mayo in the museums of this surviving fortress where important battles took place.
Los Sapos Bazaar
Discover the bohemian flair and artisanal items in the market stalls that stretch across a street with a history entwined with frogs.
Artist Quarter
Wander through narrow alleys to this quaint and iconic artists’ zone, where market stalls and galleries meet on a cobbled square.
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Top hotels in Puebla Historic Center
NH Puebla Centro Histórico
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025
Hotel Isabel
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
Cartesiano Boutique & Wellness Hotel
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
Palacio Julio Hotel
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025
City Express by Marriott Puebla Centro
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025
HOTEL BOUTIQUE CASONA 65
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Puebla Historic Center
El Carmen
While El Carmen isn't home to many top sights, Puebla Cathedral and Los Sapos Bazaar are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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 Puebla Cathedral are some notable places to visit nearby.
La Noria
La Noria is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Estrella de Puebla Observation Wheel and Angelopolis Commercial Center if you have time to explore the area.