San Cristóbal de las Casas

Travel Guide
Plaza de La Paz showing a sunset as well as a large group of people
Appreciate the beauty of this colonial city tucked away in the Chiapas highlands. Discover indigenous cultures, excellent museums and stunning architecture.

San Cristóbal de las Casas is characterized by its beautiful pastel-colored colonial architecture. Be transported to a different era as you wander along cobbled streets lined with grand buildings that date back to the Spanish conquest of Chiapas. Mayan cultural influence is also evident. The city is a wonderful place to meet indigenous people from the surrounding highlands, buy traditional crafts and learn more about centuries-old local customs.

Start your explorations in the Central Zone or Historic Area in the heart of the city. The leafy Plaza 31 de Marzo makes a good starting point. Near the square you will find some of the most impressive colonial buildings. These include the vivid yellow Cathedral of Saint Christopher and Los Portales.

North of the city center is the 16th-century Church of Santo Domingo. Meander along the streets around the temple and convent, which come to life in a burst of color when the Handicrafts Market sets up. Find all types of traditional clothes, shoes, baskets and jewelry here.

Learn about the fascinating history of the Mayans. Appreciate the intricacy of the pieces at the Mesoamerican Museum of Jade and discover the significance of this gemstone in ancient cultures. No place is more dedicated to the preservation of Mayan culture than Casa Na Bolom, a cultural museum with thousands of archives, photographs and cultural relics.

Nestled in the highlands of Chiapas, San Cristóbal de las Casas is beautifully picturesque. The abundant nature just beyond the city offers a variety of daytrips, from visiting traditional Tzotzil and Tzeltal villages to exploring wild national parks. The closest airport, Ángel Albino Corzo International, is about a 1-hour drive away. Consider long-distance buses from towns and cities including Cancún and Oaxaca too. The best way to get around the town is on foot. You will also find taxis, combis (collective minibuses) and bicycles to rent.

Where to stay in San Cristóbal de las Casas

San Cristobal de las Casas which includes heritage elements

Zona Centro

5/5(85 area reviews)

Unique features of Zona Centro include the museums and gardens. Make a stop by San Cristóbal de las Casas Cathedral or Plaza 31 de Marzo while you're exploring the area.

Zona Centro
Arches of Carmen featuring heritage elements and cycling as well as an individual male

Santa Lucía

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

While visiting Santa Lucía, you might make a stop by sights like Santo Domingo Handicraft Market and Arches of Carmen.

Santa Lucía
Guadalupe Church featuring a church or cathedral and heritage elements

De Guadalupe

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

De Guadalupe might not have many top sights, but Guadalupe Church and Na Bolom Cultural Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

De Guadalupe
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De Mexicanos

5/5(2 area reviews)

De Mexicanos might not have many top sights, but Mesoamerican Museum of Jade and San Cristóbal de las Casas Cathedral are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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De La Merced

4.5/5(22 area reviews)

While visiting De La Merced, you might make a stop by sights like Amber Museum of Chiapas and Church of San Cristobal.

De La Merced
San Cristobal de las Casas featuring interior views

Del Cerrillo

4/5(5 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Del Cerrillo, Na Bolom Cultural Museum and Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo are top sights worth seeing.

Del Cerrillo
Hotel Mukul Na
Hotel Mukul Na
3.5 out of 5
Dr. Manuel Velazco Suárez, 5, San Cristóbal de las Casas, CHIS
The price is ¥5,690 per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
¥5,690
per night
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in San Cristóbal de las Casas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions San Cristóbal de las ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (51 reviews)
"The property it’s perfect to stay. The only problem is that it’s the street. It’s under construction"

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2024

Hotel Mukul Na
Hotel Sombra del Agua
Hotel Sombra del Agua
3.5 out of 5
Calle 1, De Marzo 15, Esquina Avenida 16, San Cristóbal de las Casas, CHIS
Fully refundable
The price is ¥15,158 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
¥15,158
per night
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in San Cristóbal de las Casas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (909 reviews)
"Stop looking if this is in your budget. Excellent hotel. Clean and large rooms.they arranged for a tour which started at 4 am and dropped me to Palanque. On the heart of the city."

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2024

Hotel Sombra del Agua
La Casa de Mama
La Casa de Mama
3.5 out of 5
Guadalupe Victoria 56, Barrio La Merced, San Cristóbal de las Casas, CHIS
The price is ¥8,370 per night from Apr 7 to Apr 8
¥8,370
per night
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Stay at this 3.5-star inn in San Cristóbal de las Casas. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (423 reviews)
"Muy bonito y muy amables todo el personal"

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2024

La Casa de Mama
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Casa Don Pedro Faro
Casa Don Pedro Faro
2 out of 5
30 Periodista Isauro Rossete, San Cristóbal de las Casas, CHIS
Stay at this aparthotel in San Cristóbal de las Casas. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Amber Museum of Chiapas and La ...
10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"El lugar tan cual las fotos, limpio, personal muy amable."

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2024

Casa Don Pedro Faro
Cabañas y Suites Sergia Torres
Cabañas y Suites Sergia Torres
3 out of 5
KM. 40.5 Supercarretera, Tuxtla San Cristobal, San Cristóbal de las Casas, CHIS
Stay at this 3-star cabin in San Cristóbal de las Casas. Enjoy onsite spa services, a 24-hour front desk, and a terrace. Popular attractions Grutas de San Cristóbal ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (16 reviews)
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Reviewed on May 14, 2023

Cabañas y Suites Sergia Torres
Cabañas San Cristóbal de Las Casas
Cabañas San Cristóbal de Las Casas
4.5 out of 5
Corral de Piedra, San Cristóbal de las Casas, CHIS
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury cabin in San Cristóbal de las Casas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace. Popular attractions San Cristóbal de las Casas ...
Cabañas San Cristóbal de Las Casas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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