El Carmen

Puebla

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Africam Safari showing land animals and zoo animals

Africam Safari

Bring the whole family for an entertaining day out. In the car or on foot, spot lions, giraffes, elephants and more roaming together.

Africam Safari
Zocalo Square featuring heritage elements

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.

Zócalo de Puebla
Puebla Cathedral which includes night scenes, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Puebla Cathedral

Listen to the choral performances and appreciate the excellent acoustics of this iconic church. Marvel at the octagonal altar, among other treasures.

Puebla Cathedral
Great Pyramid of Cholula featuring a garden and heritage elements

Great Pyramid of Cholula

Presiding over the city of Cholula is one of the world’s largest pyramids, with an immense slope built up over centuries of religious devotion.

Great Pyramid of Cholula
Taking in the sun ☀️

University of the Americas Puebla

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of the Americas Puebla, during your trip to San Andrés Cholula. Discover the volcano viewpoints and coffeehouses in this trendy area.

University of the Americas Puebla
Fort Loreto showing heritage elements and military items

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.

Zona Histórica de los Fuertes

Things to do

Discover the Magical Cities of Puebla and Cholula

Discover the Magical Cities of Puebla and Cholula from Mexico City

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Puebla: Hop-on Hop-off City Tour and Aquarium Michín

Puebla: Hop-on Hop-off City Tour and Aquarium Michín

￥4,481
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Puebla: Hop-on Hop-off City Tour and Aquarium Michín
Turitour Discover Cholula and Atlixco Magical Towns

Discover Cholula and Atlixco Magical Towns

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74% of travellers recommend
Discover Cholula and Atlixco Magical Towns
Elephants at the African Safari Zoo in Puebla

Africam Safari Park

￥4,286
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Africam Safari Park
Tour Africam Safari in Puebla

Tour Africam Safari in Puebla

￥18,475
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Tour Africam Safari in Puebla
From Puebla: Cholula and Atlixco Puebla ́s Magical Towns

From Puebla: Cholula and Atlixco Puebla ́s Magical Towns

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From Puebla: Cholula and Atlixco Puebla ́s Magical Towns
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El Carmen Hotel Deals

Hotel Posada XVII

Hotel Posada XVII

3 out of 5
Calle 4 Sur #1103, Centro, Puebla, PUE
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Puebla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Puebla Cathedral and Zócalo de Puebla are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
"Hotel Posada XVII defines charm. The hotel is one of the most unique experiences I've had for lodging and I will definitely opt for Posada if I'm back in Puebla. The entire staff was friendly and helpful, quick to answer questions and respond to needs. The hotel room was quirky and unique and we ..."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

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Camino Real Puebla Angelopolis

Camino Real Puebla Angelopolis

4 out of 5
Boulevard Atlixcayotl Km 5, Fraccionamiento La Vista, San Andrés Cholula, PUE
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The price is ￥9,522 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
￥9,522
￥11,331 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Andrés Cholula. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,878 reviews)
"Needs a little renovation, restaurant food was pretty good!"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Camino Real Puebla Angelopolis
NH Puebla Centro Histórico

NH Puebla Centro Histórico

4 out of 5
Calle 5 Sur #105, Col. Centro, Puebla, PUE
The price is ￥8,026 per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
￥8,026
￥9,551 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Puebla. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,385 reviews)
"Needs updating Looks old and negleted"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

NH Puebla Centro Histórico
InterContinental Presidente Puebla by IHG

InterContinental Presidente Puebla by IHG

4 out of 5
Blvd Hermanos Serdan 141, Puebla, PUE
The price is ￥12,343 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
￥12,343
￥14,688 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Puebla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Room had no fridge, asked customer service and they said they would send one to the room. I was there 3 days and it never arrived"

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

InterContinental Presidente Puebla by IHG
Holiday Inn Puebla La Noria by IHG

Holiday Inn Puebla La Noria by IHG

3.5 out of 5
Circuito Juan Pablo Ii No 1936, Puebla, PUE
Fully refundable
The price is ￥9,077 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
￥9,077
￥10,801 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Puebla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Lack of beer options,no limes for a nice gin and tonic, however server was very attentive."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Holiday Inn Puebla La Noria by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Puebla by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Puebla by IHG

3.5 out of 5
Blvd. Hermanos Serdan 45, Colonia Amor, Puebla, PUE
Fully refundable
The price is ￥8,690 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
￥8,690
￥10,341 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Puebla. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,448 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff, quiet"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Puebla by IHG
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Other neighborhoods around El Carmen

Zocalo Square featuring heritage elements

Puebla Historic Center

4.5/5(361 area reviews)

Discover a World Heritage Site filled with colonial buildings in the Historic Monuments Zone, where you can explore Barrio de los Sapos, Barrio del Artista, and the stunning Puebla Cathedral.

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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 De Analco
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Barrio Del Alto

Barrio Del Alto might not have many top sights, but Los Sapos Bazaar and Zócalo de Puebla are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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San Sebastian

Though San Sebastian might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Zócalo de Puebla and Puebla Cathedral.

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Xanenetla

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Xanenetla and surrounding area, you can visit Fort Loreto and Zona Histórica de los Fuertes.

Xanenetla
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La Noria

5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

La Noria

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