Walk through the places of the Center

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2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

There is so much to see in the historic center of Puebla but we have selected 5 must-see places that contain the charm of the Baroque Puebla and tell us the history of the city. We start in the 16th century Puebla with the cathedral, from there to the Palafoxiana Library, its incunabula books and the influence of the Viceroy of Palafox in the novohispanic life. We continue with the amazing chapel of the Rosary and its golden altars, we will visit the Victory Market and its Porphyrian past to finish the Old Convent of Santa Rosa that combines architecture and convent life and is home to the Museum of Popular Art and also the place where the mole was invented!

What's Included

Admissions to the Museum
Candy can be bought at local businesses for additional cost

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Zócalo de Puebla

We meet at the fountain to the center of Zocalo. The guide waits with a banner marked Mina's Tours.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Capilla del Rosario, Templo de Santo Domingo

    Immerse yourself in 17th and 18th century Novo-Hispanic life starting with the world’s most gold-filled chapel with its 23 carats of beautiful details. A chapel that captivated Pope John Paul II on his first visit to Mexico. We will know the history of its foundation and the most emblematic anecdotes of the last 4 centuries.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Ex Convento De Santa Rosa

    Discover the history of this Dominican convent a crucial part of Novohispanic life. Get into the life of the nuns’ quarters and learn about the histories of the compound as a military barracks where French soldiers passed and then hospital for the mentally ill, refuge of revolutionaries and neighborhood. The complex also houses the Museum of Popular Art so be prepared to marvel at the art and culture of Puebla.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Biblioteca Palafoxiana

    We will tour Bishop Palafox’s incredible library with his 45,000 incunabula books. First Public Library of America.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Mina´s tours

Tags

Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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