Barrio de La Merced
San Cristóbal de las Casas
Visit Barrio de La Merced
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.
Guadalupe Church
Climb the 79 steps to appreciate the staggering views from this hilltop church. The church itself is a pretty example of colonial architecture.
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.
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.
Things to do
Rancho Nuevo Caves and Arcotete Ecotourism Center
San Cristobal: Sumidero Canyon, Chiapa de Corzo, & Miradores
San Juan Chamula and Zinacantán Indigenous Communities
San Cristobal: San Juan Chamula and Zinacantán Tour
San Cristobal: Zinacantan and San Juan Chamula Tour
Top hotels in Barrio de La Merced
Hotel Mansion del Valle
Hotel La Casa de Mama
Hotel Casa de Familia de San Cristobal
"No HVAC, shower doors and entry door do not function smoothly, some rooms have little privacy etc.!All minor issues but they add up to an unpleasant stay."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
Nuestras Raices - Hotel Museo Restaurante
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Reviewed on May 26, 2024
Hotel El Zaguán Histórico
"Yes breakfast menu was always frdh delicious. Since we stayed 13"
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Hotel Mision Colonial San Cristobal
"Nice choice for easy access to Parque and Av. Real de Guadalupe."
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2023
Other neighbourhoods 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 Santo Domingo Handicraft Market.
Barrio del Cerrillo
If you're spending some time in Barrio del Cerrillo, Na Bolom Cultural Museum and Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo are top sights worth seeing.
Barrio de Guadalupe
Barrio de Guadalupe might not have many top sights, but Na Bolom Cultural Museum and Santo Domingo Handicraft Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
