Cholula Travel Guide

Puebla

La Virgen de los Remedios Sanctuary showing mountains and heritage elements
Great Pyramid of Cholula which includes heritage elements and interior views
Cholula which includes landscape views and a city
Cholula
La Virgen de los Remedios Sanctuary showing a park

Discover a beautiful colonial city with a collection of ornate churches and an ancient history that is inscribed into archaeological sites and cultural relics.

Cholula is one of Mexico’s most historically significant towns and is richly ornamented with colonial architecture and ancient landmarks. Situated on the city of Puebla’s western flanks, Cholula is comprised of two distinctive areas and diverse subdivisions of lively barrios (neighborhoods). Explore the town’s barrios and learn about the busy local calendar of brightly colored religious festivals and saints’ days. Visit Mexico’s largest pyramid and a fascinating archaeology park.

San Pedro Cholula is the district where you’ll find a wide selection of churches, museums and an archaeological zone. Start the day with a visit to the Plaza de la Concordia to grab a quick breakfast of traditional street food from the vendors that line the plaza. Check out the Doric columns, known as the Portales, on the plaza’s west side. Head north to find the Museum of the City of Cholula. Learn about the region’s habitation, which stretches back to at least 1,000 BCE.

Don’t miss seeing the Pirámide Tepanapa, also known as the Great Pyramid of CholulaOpens in a new window. In terms of volume, this ancient structure outsizes the Great Pyramid of Cheops in Egypt. The archaeological site is testament to the city’s ancient history, which includes centuries of Toltec and Olmec rule. Learn about the Spanish ambush of the city and the Cholula Massacre, which was part of Hernán Cortés’ plan to conquer the Aztecs.

See some of these early colonial churches, such as the La Virgen de los Remedios SanctuaryOpens in a new window, which is situated on top of the Great Pyramid, and the San Gabriel Monastery on the site of the former Quetzalcoatl Temple. Visit in November for the popular Concert of Church Bells.

San Andres Cholula is the heart of the town’s vibrant nightlife. Explore the neighborhoods of this district to find exciting clubs and bars, as well as fantastic local dining. Rise early to see clear views of the town’s surrounding volcanoes Popocatepetl and Iztaccihuatl.

Cholula is situated 9 miles (14.6 kilometers) west of PueblaOpens in a new window, the capital city of Puebla state. Reach the town in less than an hour by bus, taxi or car from the capital city. Get around on foot or by bike in this compact town.


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Top hotels in Cholula

Fiesta Inn Express Puebla Explanada

Fiesta Inn Express Puebla Explanada

3 out of 5
Calle Alejandra 512, Junta Auxiliar Santiago, Momoxpan, San Pedro Cholula, PUE
The price is ₹5,785 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹5,785
₹6,907 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in San Pedro Cholula. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (837 reviews)
"Easy access."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Fiesta Inn Express Puebla Explanada
Hotel Las Iglesias, Cholula

Hotel Las Iglesias, Cholula

3 out of 5
Calle 7 Sur 501, Centro, San Pedro Cholula, PUE
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Pedro Cholula. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (385 reviews)
"The staff was courteous, and the room was clean, and comfortable."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Hotel Las Iglesias, Cholula
Hotel Calli Quetzalcoatl

Hotel Calli Quetzalcoatl

3 out of 5
Portal Guerrero 11, Centro, San Pedro Cholula, PUE
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in San Pedro Cholula. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (513 reviews)
"The room was great with comfortable beds and clean linen. The staff was courteous and very helpful throughout our stay. The location is also a big plus — within walking distance to shops and restaurants, which made getting around very convenient. Overall, a pleasant experience!"

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Hotel Calli Quetzalcoatl
Hotel San Pablo

Hotel San Pablo

2.5 out of 5
19 Oriente 206, Col. San Pablo Tecamac, San Pedro Cholula, PUE
Stay at this hotel in San Pedro Cholula. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Great Pyramid of Cholula and Angelopolis ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (177 reviews)
"Me atendieron increíble"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Hotel San Pablo
Camino Real Puebla Angelopolis

Camino Real Puebla Angelopolis

4 out of 5
Boulevard Atlixcayotl Km 5, Fraccionamiento La Vista, San Andrés Cholula, PUE
The price is ₹5,715 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹5,715
₹6,801 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Andrés Cholula. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,816 reviews)
"Nice stay"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Camino Real Puebla Angelopolis
Banyan Tree Puebla

Banyan Tree Puebla

5 out of 5
10 Norte #1402, Col. Barrio del Alto, Puebla, PUE
The price is ₹11,602 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
₹11,602
₹14,967 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Puebla. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (624 reviews)
"This is an excellent place to stay in Puebla, with lovely rooms, nice restaurants and great staff. Abraham who works in the rooftop bar was an excellent host to us every night we were there! Thanks Abraham."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Banyan Tree Puebla
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Cholula

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Cholula Centro

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Cholula Centro, Plaza de la Concordia and Zócalo are top sights worth seeing.

Cholula Centro
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Santa María Tonantzintla

While Santa María Tonantzintla may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Templo San Francisco Acatepec and Container City.

Santa María Tonantzintla
Puebla featuring interior views and heritage elements

Tlaxcalancingo

Travellers like the monuments in Tlaxcalancingo, and Templo San Francisco Acatepec is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Tlaxcalancingo
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San Juan Cuautlancingo

While San Juan Cuautlancingo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Explanada Shopping Center and Finsa Industrial Park.

San Juan Cuautlancingo
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Chipilo

While there might not be top attractions in Chipilo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Templo San Francisco Acatepec and La Virgen de los Remedios Sanctuary.

Chipilo
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Angelópolis

Angelópolis is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like International Baroque Museum and Angelopolis Commercial Center.

Angelópolis

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