3 de Mayo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Xalapa Cathedral
Xalapa Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Xalapa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's museums and festivals.
Plaza Las Americas Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Plaza Las Americas Mall during your visit to Xalapa. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Los Tecajetes Park
After visiting Los Tecajetes Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Xalapa. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Xalapeno Stadium
Catch an event at Xalapeno Stadium during your trip to Xalapa. Experience the area's museums and festivals.
Plaza Las Animas Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Plaza Las Animas Mall during your trip to Xalapa. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Paseo de los Lagos Park
Explore the great outdoors at Paseo de los Lagos Park, a lovely green space in Xalapa. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
Our pick of the best 3 de Mayo Hotel Deals
HB Xalapa
Location and overall cleanliness of the property
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Fiesta Inn Xalapa
Electric car charging.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
One Xalapa Las Animas
The hotel is somewhat run-down; you can sleep there, but it does need some repairs.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hotel Balcón del Parque
Our room was spacious and clean. Being right above the edge of Parque Tecajetes, we looked right into the trees. The staff and food at the hotel restaurant, Sal y Piedra, were both excellent. We would stay there again.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Xalapa by IHG
The room is spacious and clean. The staff ex and the free breakfast very good! Parking is good. No complaints. Definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Capital O Hotel Central, Xalapa
Other neighbourhoods around 3 de Mayo
Obrero Campesina
While Obrero Campesina may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like State Theatre and Museo ex-hacienda El Lencero.
Xalapa Centro
If you're spending some time in Xalapa Centro, Paseo de los Lagos Park and Palacio de Gobierno are top sights worth seeing.
Lomas de San Roque
Lomas de San Roque might not have many top sights, but Museo ex-hacienda El Lencero and Xalapa Museum of Anthropology (MAX) are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Zona Universitaria
While visiting Zona Universitaria, you might make a stop by sights like Xalapeno Stadium and Los Lagos.
Mártires de Chicago
While Mártires de Chicago isn't home to many top sights, Xalapeno Stadium and Paseo de los Lagos Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Revolución
Though Revolución may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Xalapa Museum of Anthropology (MAX) and Macuiltepetl Ecological Park.
