Puebla, Cholula and Tonantzintla Day trip from Mexico City

Leave Mexico City to discover a region characterised by its volcanoes, historic towns and cultural richness. On the journey to the state of Puebla, you’ll be able to admire the views of Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl before beginning the programme corresponding to your chosen option.

You can book a tour focusing exclusively on Puebla, known as the City of Angels. There, you’ll explore its historic centre accompanied by a local guide and discover iconic sites such as the cathedral, its colonial streets and the buildings decorated with the characteristic Talavera pottery.

The most comprehensive options include a visit to Cholula, a town deeply linked to Mexico’s pre-Hispanic history. You’ll then continue on to Santa María de Tonantzintla, where you’ll visit a church particularly renowned for the blend of indigenous and Christian symbols featured in its Baroque ornamentation.

In Puebla, you’ll also have time to visit the Mercado del Parián, one of the city’s best-known craft markets. Among its stalls, you’ll find pottery, Talavera pieces, wax figures and other traditional regional products, as well as time to continue exploring on your own.

When booking the tour of these three destinations, you can choose between a tour without a meal or one that includes lunch at a local restaurant. This way, you can tailor the day to suit whether you’d prefer the freedom to eat on your own or to enjoy a pre-arranged meal.