10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Puebla That You Shouldn't Miss

June 19, 2021 Kelli Reichel

Puebla (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈpweβla] ( listen)), officially the Free and Sovereign State of Puebla (Spanish: Estado Libre y Soberano de Puebla) is one of the 31 states which, with the Federal District, comprise the 32 Federal Entities of Mexico. It is divided in 217 municipalities and its capital city is Puebla.
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1. Private Day Trip to Puebla from Mexico City

Av. Paseo de la Reforma 22, Juárez, Cuauhtémoc, 06600 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico Trip To Mexico
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Puebla City, also called “Puebla City of Angels”, is the second most important Spanish colonial city, located southeast of Mexico City and west of Golf of Mexico's main port, Veracruz, right at Central Mexico. According to the legend, a bishop was told by angels the specific location of the future city of Puebla. By the "City of Angels" there is a picturesque road, guarded by two active volcanoes Popocatepetl and Iztaccihuatl, snow-capped peaks that rush into the sky. The city itself will amaze you splendid colonial architecture, historical monuments, among them Rosario Chapel, Convent of Santo Domingo, the city's cathedral, protected by UNESCO.

Inclusions: Air conditioned transport, Professional bilingual guide, entrance fee

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Reviewed By monav955

Do not pay for a tour their ripping you off and they only charge 120 pesos to get in at each cenote. The city is not that big you can rent a car for 300 pesos a day.

2. Private Tour to Cholula and Puebla

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Visit the cities of Puebla and Cholula on a day trip from Mexico City. Visit the Great Pyramid of Cholula, the largest pyramid in the New World, we will visit the church of Santa María Tonantzintla, we will admire the colors of Puebla, we will enjoy the Chapel of the Rosary and the cathedral of Puebla, learn about its ceramics of Talavera, the volcano Smaller also has the first library in America, With all this great history Cholula and Puebla tell.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Driver/guide, Lunch

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Reviewed By SNG56

We booked this tour based on it's itinerary and reviews. We do enjoy an occasional private tour. We were picked up on time at our hotel. Veronica was our guide and was amazing. We went to a flower market before getting on the floating boat. The ride was lovely. Veronica told us a lot about the city it's history and culture. We went to the Diego Rivera museum which is amazing. Then to the Coyocan market where we grabbed a bite to eat and have some free time. Then the Frida Kahlo museum which is a must see. The driver was excellent, smoothly guiding us around the city. We also stopped at the University which wads fascinating. Veronica is very proud of her city and it shows. Her energy and enthusiasm were palpable. The price for what you get is a real bargain. Highly recommend

3. Atlixco and Atlimeyaya Experiences (private tour)

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The city of flowers is located so near of the Popocatépetl volcano, During your visit, do not miss the zócalo, an arabesque-style square, which houses the former convent of Carmen, dating from the sixteenth century, the Church of La Merced built in 1680 with an important pictorial collection, the Chapel of the Third Order, with a magnificent baroque altarpiece or the Temple and Convent of Santa Clara. Atlixco share their landscape with the Popocatépetl volcano. Atlixco is important for its climate and vegetation, this little town boasts the best climate in the country. Visit nurseries, and enjoy beer and ice cream of Atlixco.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Travel host, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Bottled water, Snacks, ice cream

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Reviewed By Desired_Tastes

I enjoyed my Cholula Tour with Susana and Unlimited Experiences so much, I booked another tour with them the following day! Susana was a such a friendly guide, very professional, and tailored both tours around my interests! The sights were beautiful and the restaurants were excellent. They took COVID precautions very seriously and were always quick in answering all of my questions. I highly recommend this company when visiting Puebla!

4. Small Group: Discover Puebla and Cholula from Mexico City

Av. Paseo de la Reforma 423, Cuauhtémoc, 06500 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico Interliv Travel Mexico
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Safe Trip: Because we care about you, we have put in place an international Safe and Healthy Protocol during all your tour. Aditionally, only small groups allowed. Come and enjoy with us one of the most varied and colorful samples of the cultural and historical mosaic of Mexico; On a tour of the cities of Cholula and Puebla, you can see ceremonial centers such as the Great Pyramid (the largest in the world) and architectural gems of the conquest and evangelization of Mexico, in Cholula; We will visit as well the center of Puebla, one of the oldest cities on the continent with its baroque and sacred art. As a plus, we will visit one of the largest and oldest handicraft markets in the country, where besides clothing, wood and stone carvings, silver and palm objects, you will be able to appreciate the original talavera from Puebla, pieces of ornamental ceramics that have the denomination of origin as unique in the world, not only for its designs, but for the process of elaboration of it.

Inclusions: Pickup and drop-off from/to your hotel or nearest meeting point, Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide

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Reviewed By tanya_tr123

We had an excellent experience this day. It was a fantastic tour - one of the best I ever experienced. The views were so beautiful on the way to the towns. We also have a wonderful time while exploring Cuernavaca and Taxco. Jaime was our guide on this tour. He was super supportive and responsive to any requests we had. Overall, the tour and guide are great!!! We will remember this unforgettable experience!

5. Cholula and Puebla

Hilton Mexico City Reforma, Av. Juárez 70, Colonia Centro, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06010 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico Excellence Mexico Tours
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On this tour we will travel through the Ixta-Popo National Park until we reach the Magic Town of Cholula to admire the largest pyramid in the world and get to know the Church of the Virgen de los Remedios. We will continue to Tonanzitla to appreciate its Tequitqui art church. We will continue our journey to the Poblana Capital where we will make a walking tour of the most important sites such as La Capilla del Rosario, La Catedral, Calle de los sweets and a Talavera poblana workshop. THIS TOUR ONLY OPERATES ON TUESDAY, THURSDAY AND SATURDAY.

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Reviewed By Peter S

You spend most ot the time sitting in traffic and the first thing they do is drag you to some tourist garbage shop.

6. Walking tour of the city of Puebla

Unnamed Road, Centro, 72000 Puebla, Pue., Mexico Viajes Caravan
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Enjoy an excellent tour of the city of Puebla, know its history and some legends told by our local guides, enjoy a tasting of the most typical sweets in the city, this and much more on our tour.

Inclusions: Local guide, entrance to the palafoxiana library

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7. Travel to Cholula

Av 5 Ote 2, Centro, 72000 Puebla, Pue., Mexico Viajes Caravan
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Tour and get to know one of the magical towns of the state of Puebla, contemplate the wonderful landscapes from the top of the pyramid and know its archaeological zone. visit with us the different points of the tour and live a unique experience.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, entrance to archaeological zone., entrance to the regional museum, natural water bottle

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Reviewed By larap331

I have taken many tours in the places I travel, but this one impressed me, a lot of history and legends in Puebla, and the guide very prepared and attentive.

8. The Best Private Tour: Cholula and Puebla

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Visit the cities of Puebla and Cholula on a day trip from Mexico City. Visit the Great Pyramid of Cholula, the largest pyramid in the New World, we will visit the church of Santa María Tonantzintla, we will admire the colors of Puebla, we will enjoy the Chapel of the Rosary and the Cathedral of Puebla, learn about its Ceramics of Talavera, the volcano Menor also has the first library in America, with all this great history that Cholula and Puebla tell.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Guide in English, Lunch

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Reviewed By 515jairom

//English below Por recomendación de mi primo Rodrigo, contactamos con Transportadora Freelance S.A de C.V. y tuvimos la suerte y bendición de ser atendidos por don Luis Quintero, quien nos trató como si fuéramos parte de su propia familia. Increíble el conocimiento que tiene don Luis sobre la historia mexicana, la paciencia hacia nosotros pero sobre todo la humildad y don de gente que tiene. El tour increible! Quedamos maravillados tanto del tour como de las historias que nos contó don Luis. Con gusto, regresaríamos de nuevo. On the recommendation of my cousin Rodrigo, we contacted Transportadora Freelance S.A de C.V. and we were lucky and blessed to be cared for by Mr. Luis, who treated us as if we were part of his own family. Incredible knowledge that Mr. Luis has about Mexican history, patience towards us but above all the humility and gift of people that he has. The incredible tour! We were in awe of both the tour and the stories Mr. Luis told us. With pleasure, we would return again.

9. Cholula Day Trip from Puebla Including the Great Pyramid

Av. Don Juan de Palafox y. Mendoza 14, Centro, 72000 Puebla, Pue., Mexico Tip Tours & DMC
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Board a beautiful double decker bus with retractile ceiling to travel to Cholula Magical Town. A guide with take you to discover the largest pyramid in the world and go inside of its tunnels. On the top of it, a Catholic Church was built to force the Indians to embrace this religion. Take great pictures from the top of it of the volcanoes, Cholula and Puebla Valley. Admire the Mexican Baroque style at Santa Maria Tonanzintla and San Francisco Acatepec temples. Visit to San Pedro Cholula main plaza or Zocalo, the Royal Chapel and the former San Grabriel Convent. Time on your own to have lunch.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Transportation to Cholula on a Double-Decker bus., Cholula City tour

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By JerBear1

If you are fluent in Spanish, the bus tour cost is very reasonable and there is much information given during the bus ride to and from Cholula and at the locations. However, we requested an English guide and the cost more than tripled. This was still fine, as we did learn a great deal from our knowledgeable guide. The guide who was booked for us forgot about the tour and the Tip team quickly found us a replacement guide. We appreciate his willingness to join us in Cholula at the last minute. Because of this, we missed all the commentary given during the bus rides. Once we joined Jose Louis in Cholula, he gave us great attention at all the stops. He is very knowledgeable and he is also a friendly and pleasant person. Because the lineup to go inside the pyramid was so long, we chose to spend the time viewing the pyramid ruins and also to first tour the small museum, near the entrance to the tunnel, which explains a great deal about the pyramid and tunnels. We also lucked into some indigenous dancers and music makers, dressed in their feathered, finery. It was wonderful! We missed walking to the top of the pyramid to see the views and the lovely church on the top. We simply did not have enough time. We did see the flyers in the Cholula square and that truly is a sight to see! We decided to return to Cholula on our own early one morning to climb the pyramid and tour the tunnel and we're very glad that we did!

10. Puebla y Cholula experience (2 days private tour)

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Two cities that keep the fundamental history of Mexico, full of memories and culture. Beginning in the city of Puebla, as first Spanish city of the sixteenth century, which in its streets, architecture and gastronomy it shows the crossbreeding of two cultures. In our tour, we show more attractions. Full of magic and history that covers from the beginning of the planning of a city perfect made by the Angels to the modernity of a declared city cultural heritage since 1987, which fill any visitor with emotion. Our second point is the ancient city of Cholula, dazzling us with the history of our ancestors, an olmec group xicalanca, who made the base piramidal largest in the world. This cultured and settled population in the famous the sacred city, the known part of the amount of Altars, today under one Evangelization turned architecture through the churches Cholula as the oldest living town in America still with culture that lasts through its traditions and customs.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water, pick up y drop off, map & postal of Puebla city, Snacks, A present

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Reviewed By Desired_Tastes

I enjoyed my Cholula Tour with Susana and Unlimited Experiences so much, I booked another tour with them the following day! Susana was a such a friendly guide, very professional, and tailored both tours around my interests! The sights were beautiful and the restaurants were excellent. They took COVID precautions very seriously and were always quick in answering all of my questions. I highly recommend this company when visiting Puebla!

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