Puebla Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
capital of the Mexican state of Puebla
About Puebla
The city of Puebla is the fourth largest city in Mexico with 1.7 million inhabitants (2020), with 3.2 million in the metro area. It is the capital of the State of Puebla. It was founded on April 16, 1531 as "La Puebla de los Ángeles". It was the first city in central Mexico founded by the Spanish conquistadors that was not built upon the ruins of a conquered Amerindian settlement. Its strategic location, halfway between the port ofVeracruzandMexico City, made it the second most important city during the colonial period. During the 17th century, Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz lived in the city until her confrontation with the Bishop of Puebla. The historical and cultural value of Puebla's architecture is a major reason the city was chosen as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Various styles and techn
Top Attractions in Puebla
Explore the best things to see and do in Puebla:
- ★Africam Safari
- ★Arena Puebla
- ★Atlixco
- ★Baños de Vapor "Neptuno"
- ★Barrio de murales
- ★Biblioteca Palafoxiana
- ★Catedral de Puebla
- ★Chipilo
Where to Eat in Puebla
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Bajo El Cielo de Jalisco
- 🍴Café Roma
- 🍴Caramia, pizzería artesanal
- 🍴El Mural de los Poblanos
- 🍴El Viejo Rosario
- 🍴Entre Tierras
Where to Stay in Puebla
- 🏨Casona de la China Poblana
- 🏨El Sueño Hotel
- 🏨Hotel Del Portal
- 🏨Hotel La Morada
- 🏨Hotel San Agustin
- 🏨Marriott Puebla Hotel
Puebla Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: