Barrio de la Luz Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Barrio de la Luz
Popular places to visit
Africam Safari
Bring the whole family for an entertaining day out. In the car or on foot, spot lions, giraffes, elephants and more roaming together.
Zócalo de Puebla
View the public works of art, relax in one of the cafés and get a sense of the culture in this central plaza.
Great Pyramid of Cholula
Presiding over the city of Cholula is one of the world’s largest pyramids, with an immense slope built up over centuries of religious devotion.
Puebla Cathedral
Listen to the choral performances and appreciate the excellent acoustics of this iconic church. Marvel at the octagonal altar, among other treasures.
Zona Histórica de los Fuertes
You can find out about the history of Puebla with a visit to Zona Histórica de los Fuertes. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
University of the Americas Puebla
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of the Americas Puebla during your travels in San Andrés Cholula. Discover the volcano viewpoints and cafes in this trendy area.
Activities
From Puebla: Cholula and Atlixco Puebla ́s Magical Towns
Puebla Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Aquarium Michin or Observation Wheel
Cholula: Walking Tour with an Archaeologist
Our pick of the best Barrio de la Luz Hotel Deals
Hotel Boutique Casareyna
It was a fantastic stay for us, this is a great hotel. I normally don't take the time to write reviews but this hotel deserves it. The staff was super nice and attentive, during the check in they immediately offerd us a welcoming complementary drink. The room was impeccable clean and spacious, the ...
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Ikonik Hotel Puebla
Clean room
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Camino Real Puebla Angelopolis
The stay was good. The room was spacious. The breakfast buffet was good. The staff was friendly.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Grand Fiesta Americana Puebla Angelópolis
Great experience starting w good location, friendly staff, everything looks new. Cozy bed, amazing view room 707. Had breakfast and food was excellent, they even have lactose-free milk 👍
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
NH Puebla Centro Histórico
A good place to stay with easy access to many attractions in downtown Puebla.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Four Points By Sheraton Puebla
Excelente opción para quedarse en Puebla. Limpio, cómodo, tiene un oxxo 24hrs al lado, la ciclovía y bicis en renta. Muy bien
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio de la Luz
Barrio De Analco
If you're spending some time in Barrio De Analco, Museo de la Memoria Histórica Universitaria and Ovando Bridge are top sights worth seeing.
Barrio Del Alto
Though Barrio Del Alto may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Los Sapos Bazaar and Zócalo de Puebla.
Puebla Historic Center
Travellers come to Puebla Historic Center for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Zócalo de Puebla and Los Sapos Bazaar while you're in town.
El Carmen
While El Carmen isn't home to many top sights, Los Sapos Bazaar and Zócalo de Puebla are some notable places to visit nearby.
Santiago
Though Santiago may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Zócalo de Puebla and Palafoxiana Library.
San Sebastian
While San Sebastian isn't home to many top sights, Zócalo de Puebla and Rosario Chapel are some notable places to visit nearby.
