San Pedro Cholula, Puebla

We have the pyramid with the largest base in the world

A church at the summit, a pyramid beneath your feet and Popocatépetl as your witness.

🏛️
2,500
YEARS
Oldest living city on the continent
🌎
+1M
PER YEAR
Visitors every year
(DATATUR, 2025)
🌽
500
YEARS
The oldest barter market in the Americas
EXPLORE CHOLULA

Visit us

LOS IMPERDIBLES

As a local would recommend it

Instagrammable spot of the month

Marigold fields

Seas of orange marigolds and crimson cockscomb with Popocatépetl in the background: the perfect seasonal photo spot.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

How much time do you have?

EXPRESS
Only a few hours?
Cholula fast-track: the essentials.
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Cholula Archaeological Site
See the pyramid with the largest base in the world
Wed–Sun · 9:00–18:00 · $100 MXN · Free for Mexican nationals on Sundays
⛪
Sanctuary of Our Lady of Los Remedios
Climb 149 steps and enjoy one of the best viewpoints in San Pedro Cholula
Daily · 7:00–19:00 · Free
🦅
Eagle Knight House
The oldest civil building in the municipality, with temporary exhibitions
Mon–Sun except Wed · 9:00–15:00 · Free
⛪
San Gabriel Former Convent and Royal Chapel of the Naturales
Daily · Free
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Cholulteca food
Elephant ear pastries, sopa cholulteca and more at the Cosme del Razo Market
🍫
Artisanal cacao
Whisked on the spot at Parque Soria or in the artisans' area of the main square
Before your visit
  • 👟 Wear comfortable shoes; much of the route is on foot.
  • ☀️ Bring sunscreen and water.
  • 🪜 Reaching the Sanctuary means climbing 149 steps.
  • 📷 Don't forget your camera or phone.
Tourist Information Points
Kiosk Module, Zócalo (Plaza de la Concordia)
Tourist staff assists you with maps and recommendations.
Every day, 9:00–16:30 h
Get directions
Parque Soria Module
On-site information about nearby attractions and activities.
Every day, 9:00–16:30 h
Get directions
GETAWAY
Feel the unique atmosphere
Weekends in Cholula have a different energy.
DAY 1 — SATURDAY
🏛️
Cholula Archaeological Site
⛪
Sanctuary of Our Lady of Los Remedios
🦅
Eagle Knight House
⛪
San Gabriel Former Convent and Royal Chapel
🍽️
Lunch in the historic center
🍫
Artisanal cacao
🍷
Evening: enjoy a sangría at La Lunita or Bar Reforma
Wed–Fri 17:00–23:00 · Sat 15:00–23:00 · Sun 13:00–16:30 · Mon 15:30–21:30
DAY 2 — SUNDAY
☕
Breakfast in the historic center
⛪
San Pedro Apóstol Parish Church and Santa María Xixitla Church
🪶
Voladores de Papantla at Parque Soria
Weekends · 11:00–18:00
🍽️
Lunch under the arcades
Not sure which one? Ask our chat
🎁
Handicrafts made by local producers
🌙
Evening: discover San Pedro Cholula's nightlife
Bars, terraces, craft breweries and live music
Check the platform or ask the smart assistant
Tip for your visit

Weekends tend to bring more cultural activity and a livelier atmosphere to the historic center. We recommend starting your route early to enjoy the main attractions more calmly.

Tourist Information Points
Kiosk Module, Zócalo (Plaza de la Concordia)
Tourist staff assists you with maps and recommendations.
Every day, 9:00–16:30 h
Get directions
Parque Soria Module
On-site information about nearby attractions and activities.
Every day, 9:00–16:30 h
Get directions
IN DEPTH
Discover it like a local
Enough time to see beyond the tourist trail.
🏛️
Follow the weekend Day 1 itinerary
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Follow the weekend Day 2 itinerary
🧑‍🏫
Tour the city with a certified guide
History, legends and corners nobody else tells you about
🚲
Try an experience with local tour operators:
🐴 Guided horseback rides on Cerro Zapotecas 🚲 Bike tours around town and its surroundings 🍺 Brewery tour with craft tasting 🚋 Panoramic tram ride through the Pueblo Mágico 🌙 Nighttime callejoneadas: history and legends through Cholula's streets 🌮 Food tour of traditional antojitos 🏛️ Guided tour of the Archaeological Site 🌟 Firefly watching (July season only)
Ask our chat which one suits you best — it will connect you with the available options.
🚗 Got an extra day? Make Cholula your base
🦁
Africam Safari
One of the best safaris in Latin America · ~40 min by car
🏙️
Puebla Historic Center
UNESCO World Heritage Site · ~30 min by car
Tip for your visit

With three days, alternate historical routes with food and cultural experiences.

Tourist Information Points
Kiosk Module, Zócalo (Plaza de la Concordia)
Tourist staff assists you with maps and recommendations.
Every day, 9:00–16:30 h
Get directions
Parque Soria Module
On-site information about nearby attractions and activities.
Every day, 9:00–16:30 h
Get directions
THE BASICS
The must-dos
What you absolutely have to do.
🏛️
Climbing the largest pyramid in the world
⛪
Losing yourself in the volcano views from the Sanctuary of Los Remedios
☕
Having a coffee under the Portales watching cholulteca life go by
🕍
Discovering the San Gabriel Former Convent, a 16th-century gem
🍽️
Tasting the food at the Cosme del Razo Market
🍷
Ordering a traditional sangría at La Lunita or Bar Reforma
🎁
Taking home a souvenir 100% made in Cholula
🪶
Being amazed by the Voladores de Papantla at Parque Soria
Tourist Information Points
Kiosk Module, Zócalo (Plaza de la Concordia)
Tourist staff assists you with maps and recommendations.
Every day, 9:00–16:30 h
Get directions
Parque Soria Module
On-site information about nearby attractions and activities.
Every day, 9:00–16:30 h
Get directions

Parking Lots

Estacionamiento Las Pirámides With Security Guard
Diagonal del Ferrocarril 707 · Open-air
Mon–Wed 9:00 am–10:00 pm · Thu–Sun 9:00 am–2:00 am 222 239 6678
📍 Get directions
Tourist map of Cholula

WHAT'S ON AND FESTIVALS

Events

6OCT
Lunes
NEGOCIOS

Mentors México: Making Business Happen

Teatro Cholula "Ciudad Sagrada", San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
18:00 Horas
Mentors México: Making Business Happen
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Una serie de encuentros exclusivos para empresarios, líderes e innovadores organizados por la Cámara de Comercio de Puebla en alianza con Disruptors y San Pedro Cholula. Participan como mentores y ponentes: Enrique Vásquez (Director de Producción en Italpasta), Brandon Alonso Sustaita (CEO en Hábitat 108 For Business), Elías Israel Ríos (Dirección Ejecutiva en Udaan México) y Eloisa Añorve (Directora de capacitación en SERVINSE).

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11OCT
Domingo
MÚSICA

Marcha Musical con Wit's End Brass Band - Jazzatlán 20

Zócalo de San Pedro Cholula / Jazzatlán Cholula
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Marcha Musical con Wit's End Brass Band - Jazzatlán 20
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Marcha musical con Wit's End Brass Band desde Nueva Orleans para celebrar el 20 aniversario de Jazzatlán. El recorrido inicia en el Zócalo de San Pedro Cholula y concluye en Jazzatlán Cholula con un Jam de Aniversario junto a músicos de la historia del club. Evento con entrada libre.

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22OCT
Jueves
CINE

Proyección de Cortometraje: La Leyenda de No Tlaltipak

Cineteca del Complejo Cultural, Av. 4 Pte. 103, Centro, 72760 San Pedro Cholula, Pue.
16:00 hrs.
Proyección de Cortometraje: La Leyenda de No Tlaltipak
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Proyección especial del cortometraje 'La Leyenda de Ño Tlaltipak', con idea original de Eduardo León y dirección de Hugo Vivar, presentada por la Dirección de Cultura y la Secretaría de Turismo, Cultura y Desarrollo Económico de San Pedro Cholula.

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23OCT
Viernes
CULTURA

Festival Culturas IEDEP 2026

Museo Regional de Cholula
9:00 a 15:00 hrs
Festival Culturas IEDEP 2026
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El Festival Culturas IEDEP 2026 es un evento organizado por el Instituto de Educación Digital del Estado de Puebla para celebrar las tradiciones, costumbres y expresiones culturales de las comunidades estudiantiles. Encontrarás espectáculos de danza, música en vivo y estands con venta de productos y comida.

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25OCT
Domingo
CULTURAMÚSICA

Animeros

Calzada Guadalupe
18:30
Animeros
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La celebración se llevará a cabo el 25 de octubre de 2026 a las 18:30 horas, sobre la Calzada Guadalupe, en San Pedro Cholula, Puebla. El evento presenta una ambientación inspirada en la tradición mexicana de Día de Muertos, con catrines, catrinas, maquillaje de calavera, flores de cempasúchil, velas y elementos de la cultura popular mexicana. En la imagen también se observan los logotipos de distintos batallones y agrupaciones participantes, lo que apunta a un recorrido o desfile con presencia de diferentes contingentes.

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30OCT
Jueves
MÚSICA

Domingo de Muertos 30 Octubre

San Pedro Cholula, Puebla, México
Domingo de Muertos 30 Octubre
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Festival musical Domingo de Muertos con presentaciones de Andru, Beta, Faucez, Galáctica, Galo Barker, KÄLMA, Madre Andrómeda, Martyrxxs, Sanchez Dub, Telefunka y Violete Cassette.

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31OCT
Viernes
MÚSICA

Domingo de Muertos 31 octubre

San Pedro Cholula, Puebla, México
Domingo de Muertos 31 octubre
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Evento de música y celebración con la presentación de Alanis Yuki, Amora, AWA, estosaliódemicomputadora, Olympia SNT, TUEX y Vicente Leon.

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1NOV
Domingo
MÚSICA

Domingo de Muertos 1 Noviembre

San Pedro Cholula, Puebla, México
Domingo de Muertos 1 Noviembre
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Festival con la presentación estelar de Dimitri Vegas, además de Alejandro Dávila B2B Davilae, Aux B2B Fabiolita, Dharma B2B XAV, Halan CC, Joy Rubio + Aquamute + Rampa, Max Headroom, Paule B2B Alice Baher y Rober Ro.

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1NOV
Domingo
MÚSICA

Thriller Night - Restaurante: La Casa Rosa

La Casa Rosa, C. 4 Sur 105, San Miguel, 72760 San Pedro Cholula, Pue.
4:30 PM
Thriller Night - Restaurante: La Casa Rosa
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La Casa Rosa presenta Thriller Night Halloween Party, un evento con show en vivo de tributo a Michael Jackson. Cuenta con shot de cortesía si vienes disfrazado y regalos al mejor disfraz.

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2NOV
Lunes
MÚSICA

Domingo de Muertos 2 Noviembre

San Pedro Cholula, Puebla, México
Domingo de Muertos 2 Noviembre
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Festival musical con las presentaciones en vivo de De las Esferas, Dub Panthers, Sonido La Changa, ISAO, Sandunga, Son Kalli y Tropical 84 en el marco de las festividades de Día de Muertos.

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Domingo
FAMILIAR

Show de Payasos Familiar

Plaza de la Concordia
12:30 pm
Show de Payasos Familiar
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¡No te lo pierdas! Espectáculo y show de payasos familiar para disfrutar con toda la familia.

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MADE IN CHOLULA

Cholula Handicrafts

The souvenir most worth taking home, made by cholulteca hands.

Parque Soria San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Parque Soria — foto 1, San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Parque Soria San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Parque Soria — foto 2, San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Parque Soria San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Parque Soria — foto 3, San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Parque Soria San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Parque Soria — foto 4, San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Parque Soria San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Parque Soria — foto 5, San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Parque Soria San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Parque Soria — foto 6, San Pedro Cholula, Puebla

Parque Soria

The craft heart of Cholula: black clay, talavera, loom-woven textiles and one-of-a-kind pieces made by cholulteca hands. Every piece tells a story.

Downtown San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Downtown — foto 1, San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Downtown San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Downtown — foto 2, San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Downtown San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Downtown — foto 3, San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Downtown San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Downtown — foto 4, San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Downtown San Pedro Cholula, Puebla
Downtown — foto 5, San Pedro Cholula, Puebla

Downtown

Along Portal Guerrero and the streets of the historic center you'll find local artisans with their workshops open — amate paper, clay jewelry and hand embroidery.

🤖 Local guide