El Carmen

Puebla

Popular places to visit

Africam Safari featuring 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 which includes 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 a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and night scenes

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 showing 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
University of the Americas Puebla

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

P5,243
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover the Magical Cities of Puebla and Cholula from Mexico City
Puebla: Hop-on Hop-off City Tour and Aquarium Michín

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

P1,756
per adult
Puebla: Hop-on Hop-off City Tour and Aquarium Michín
Tour Africam Safari in Puebla

Tour Africam Safari in Puebla

P7,271
per adult
Tour Africam Safari in Puebla
Turitour Discover Cholula and Atlixco Magical Towns

Discover Cholula and Atlixco Magical Towns

P2,082
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Discover Cholula and Atlixco Magical Towns
From Puebla: Cholula and Atlixco Puebla ́s Magical Towns

From Puebla: Cholula and Atlixco Puebla ́s Magical Towns

P2,082
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Puebla: Cholula and Atlixco Puebla ́s Magical Towns
Turibus Hop-on Hop-off City Tour Puebla

Puebla Hop-on Hop-off City Tour

P694
per adult
Puebla Hop-on Hop-off City Tour
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Top hotels in El Carmen

Camino Real Puebla Angelopolis

Camino Real Puebla Angelopolis

4 out of 5
Boulevard Atlixcayotl Km 5, Fraccionamiento La Vista, San Andrés Cholula, PUE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P3,642 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P3,642
P4,334 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! (1,869 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 P3,175 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
P3,175
P3,778 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
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! (1,382 reviews)
"Needs updating Looks old and negleted"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

NH Puebla Centro Histórico
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
The price is P3,375 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
P3,375
P4,016 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
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! (1,429 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff, quiet"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Puebla by IHG
Courtyard by Marriott Puebla Las Animas

Courtyard by Marriott Puebla Las Animas

4 out of 5
Av 31 Poniente 3333, Esq Blvd. Atlixco, Puebla, PUE
The price is P3,149 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
P3,149
P3,747 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Puebla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Todo estuvo excelente, el buffet puede ser mejor pero no estuvo mal, y mi regadera estaba un poco estancada pero todo sin problemas"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Puebla Las Animas
Four Points By Sheraton Puebla

Four Points By Sheraton Puebla

3.5 out of 5
Boulevard Hermanos Serdssn No 102, Colonia Real Del Monte, Puebla, PUE
The price is P3,260 per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
P3,260
P3,880 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
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 and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,100 reviews)
"The staff was very hospitable and overall experience was good."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Four Points By Sheraton Puebla
Grand Fiesta Americana Puebla Angelópolis

Grand Fiesta Americana Puebla Angelópolis

5 out of 5
Calle Osa Mayor Número 2507, Col. Reserva Territorial Atlixcayot, Puebla, PUE
The price is P8,435 per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
P8,435
P10,038 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Puebla. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Grand Fiesta Americana Puebla Angelópolis
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Other neighbourhoods around El Carmen

Zocalo Square featuring heritage elements

Puebla Historic Center

Puebla Historic Center is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Zócalo de Puebla and Puebla Cathedral while you're in town.

Puebla Historic Center
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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.

Barrio Del Alto
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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.

San Sebastian
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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

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

El Carmen