Barrio de La Merced
San Cristóbal de las Casas
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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.
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.
Arches of Carmen
Stand in the peaceful square and appreciate the beauty and unique architecture of this impressive colonial tower, which belongs to the adjacent church.
Things to do
San Juan Chamula and Zinacantán Indigenous Communities
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Rancho Nuevo Caves and Arcotete Ecotourism Center
San Cristobal: Zinacantan and San Juan Chamula Tour
San Cristobal: Sumidero Canyon, Chiapa de Corzo, & Miradores
Barrio de La Merced Hotel Deals
Hotel Mansion del Valle
Hotel La Casa de Mama
Spotless room with ample seating (suite is beautiful). Lovely courtyard. Mattress could be updated. Breakfast was excellent
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
Hotel Casa de Familia de San Cristobal
Tuvimos una grata estancia en el Hotel Casa de la Famiilia, las instalaciones están muy bien conservadas, linda decoración, es muy tranquilo y muy cerca de la plaza principal de San Cristobal. La habitación y baño muy limpios, agua caliente al instante y camas muy cómodas. Estacionamiento disponible. ...
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Hotel Mision Colonial San Cristobal
Nice choice for easy access to Parque and Av. Real de Guadalupe.
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2023
Hotel El Zaguán Histórico
Yes breakfast menu was always frdh delicious. Since we stayed 13
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Casa Indigo Hotel
Other neighborhoods around Barrio de La Merced
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.
Barrio de Mexicanos
Barrio de Mexicanos might not have many top sights, but Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo and Mesoamerican Museum of Jade are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Santa Lucía
While visiting Santa Lucía, you might make a stop by sights like Santo Domingo Handicraft Market and Arches of Carmen.
Ciudad Real
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ciudad Real and surrounding area, you can visit Ciudad Cuauhtemoc and Grutas de San Cristóbal.
Barrio del Cerrillo
If you're spending some time in Barrio del Cerrillo, Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo and Na Bolom Cultural Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Barrio de Guadalupe
Barrio de Guadalupe might not have many top sights, but Santo Domingo Handicraft Market and Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo are two attractions nearby that you can check out.