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San Cristóbal de las Casas
Popular places to visit
San Cristóbal de las Casas Cathedral
In the heart of the historic center, discover a colorful cathedral and one of the most significant buildings of this traditional Mexican city.
Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo
With its spectacular ornamental church, two museums showing beautiful Mayan textiles and a bustling market, this spot in Chiapas is quite popular.
Santo Domingo Handicraft Market
Spend a delightful morning perusing the myriad colorful stalls at the city’s famous outdoor crafts market. Buy some souvenirs to take home.
Mesoamerican Museum of Jade
Understand the importance that jade held in ancient Mesoamerican cultures at this fascinating museum, where you will find replica masks and jewelry.
Guadalupe Church
Climb the 79 steps to appreciate the staggering views from this hilltop church. The church itself is a pretty example of colonial architecture.
Na Bolom Cultural Museum
Tour this remarkable museum and cultural center, which depicts the lifetime of study of the Lacandón indigenous people by Gertrude Duby and Frans Blom.
Harvard Hotel Deals
Hotel Mukul Na
Muy limpio y excelente ubicación
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Hotel Sombra del Agua
Great place, near most major attractions in town, excellent staff.
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026
Hotel Mansion del Valle
Amazing location. Short walk to the town square. The hotel is extremely beautiful! Real authentic Mexican colors and art. Amazing friendly staff. The beds are hard and not so comfortable.
Reviewed on May 10, 2025
Hotel Cielo y Selva, San Cristobal de las Casas
The staff was very friendly and helpful all the time!
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025
Hotel Rocaval
Very good facility but very outdated the hotel has a huge potential to be excellent no air conditioning no fan only heat with over 76 degrees!!!
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025
Hotel Ciudad Real Centro Histórico
Yes,but the floors were very cold they could have a little heat in the room to make it more pleasant .
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Harvard
Barrio del Cerrillo
If you're spending some time in Barrio del Cerrillo, Na Bolom Cultural Museum and Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo are top sights worth seeing.
Barrio de Guadalupe
Barrio de Guadalupe might not have many top sights, but Na Bolom Cultural Museum and Santo Domingo Handicraft Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Ojo de Agua
Though Ojo de Agua might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Na Bolom Cultural Museum and Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo.
Zona Centro
Unique features of Zona Centro include the museums and gardens. Make a stop by Plaza 31 de Marzo or Mesoamerican Museum of Jade while you're exploring the area.
Barrio de Mexicanos
Barrio de Mexicanos might not have many top sights, but Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo and Mesoamerican Museum of Jade are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
De Cuxtitali
When in De Cuxtitali, you can plan a visit to Na Bolom Cultural Museum and Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
