Puebla

Mexico, North America

Puebla, a UNESCO World Heritage site, captivates visitors with its stunning colonial architecture, vibrant Talavera pottery, and rich culinary traditions, including the famous mole poblano. Explore the breathtaking Puebla Cathedral, wander through the charming streets of the historic center, or indulge in local delicacies. The nearby Popocatépetl volcano offers a dramatic backdrop, making Puebla an ideal blend of culture, gastronomy, and natural beauty.

Quick facts

Target stay

3-5 days

Type

City

Vibe

History

Airport

Hermanos Serdan

Known for

Beach

Hiking

Leisure

Wildlife

Best time to visit
Jan
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8 Best Things to Do in Puebla

1

Est. 1 hr

Year round

Family-friendly

Explore the Puebla Cathedral

Visit this stunning baroque cathedral, a city icon.

No booking required
2

Est. 1 hr

Year round

Family-friendly

Taste Mole Poblano

Savor Puebla's famous rich and complex mole sauce.

No booking required
3

Est. 2 hrs

Year round

Family-friendly

Visit Cholula Pyramid

Climb the largest pyramid base in the world.

No booking required
4

Est. 1 hr

Year round

Family-friendly

Stroll the Zócalo

Relax in Puebla's lively main square filled with culture.

No booking required
5

Est. 1.5 hrs

Year round

Family-friendly

Shop Talavera Pottery

Discover beautiful handmade ceramics unique to Puebla.

No booking required
6

Est. 1 hr

Year round

Family-friendly

Admire Biblioteca Palafoxiana

Explore the oldest library in the Americas.

No booking required
7

Est. 2 hrs

Year round

Family-friendly

Visit Museo Amparo

Experience pre-Hispanic art and contemporary exhibits.

No booking required
8

Est. 4 hrs

Year round

Family-friendly

Discover Africam Safari

Drive through a wildlife park with exotic animals.

Booking required

Need to know, before you go

Country info

Tipping

Expected (~15%)

Tapwater

Not safe to drink

Safety

1 2 3 4 5

Low

LGBTQ+ safety score

4 (#41 globally)

Cost

Cheap

Currency

Mexican Peso

Majority religion

Christian

Language

Spanish

(<20% speak English)

Best dishes to try

Mole

VE

Rich sauce made with chiles and spices (National dish)

Tacos al Pastor

Tortillas filled with marinated pork

Chiles en Nogada

Stuffed peppers with meat and walnut sauce

Pozole

Hearty soup with hominy and meat

Tamales

V

Corn dough filled with various ingredients

Phrases to learn

English

Spanish

Hello

Hola

(Oh-lah)

Yes/No

Si / No

(See / No)

Thank you

Gracias

(Grah-thee-ahs)

Excuse me

Perdón

(Per-dohn)

How much?

¿Cuánto?

(Kwan-toh)