Private Day Tour: Puebla and Cholula's Historic Sites from Mexico City
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San Pedro Cholula
Immerse yourself in the rich history, culture, and architecture of Puebla and Cholula on this private day tour from Mexico City. Explore ancient tunnels, visit the oldest public library in the Americas, and discover vibrant artisan crafts.
Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Great Pyramid of Cholula - On the way to Puebla you will have an opportunity to enjoy breathtaking mountains views and make a stop in a little town called Cholula, where you can climb the most unusual pyramid in the world.

From mathematical point of view Cholula´s pyramid is the tallest construction ever made by ancient people. By the governmental orders this pyramid was never fully excavated. Covered by trees and greenery, this pyramid looks more like a mountain with a catholic church and observation deck right on the top of it, where you can contemplate a breathtaking view and take memorable pictures.

  • Puebla - After visiting Cholula, Puebla or how it is usually called by locals “City of Angels” is waiting for us. Thanks to colorful, fairytale streets, decorated with hand made tiles, a great number of monumental catholic cathedrals the city totally worth to be called “City of Angels”. Puebla is also one of the most important gastronomical centers of Mexico, the birthplace of many traditional Mexican dishes. The visit to local market where you will be able to taste a “real Mexican food” will prove it to you.
  • Biblioteca Palafoxiana - Biblioteca Palafoxiana, the first public library of the Americas, was founded in 1646 by bishop Juan de Palafox. He donated 5,000 of his own books to the Catholic seminary he had recently created in Puebla, Mexico.
What's Included
  • Cholula tunnels entrance fees
  • Private professional certificated guide
  • Visit to Cholula, climbing Cholula pyramid, visit to Puebla, visit to the artisan market
  • Hotel pick up & drop off
  • Private transportation
  • Entrance to the Biblioteca Palafoxiana
What's Not Included
  • Lunch (the tour guide will provide you with the lunch recommendations based on your preferences and budget)
  • Tips for guide and driver (optional)
Additional Information

Embark on a personal journey through the rich heritage, artistic culture, and monumental buildings on this private day excursion to Puebla and Cholula. Dive deep into Mexico’s colonial history, traverse age-old tunnels, and immerse yourself in lively local handcrafts, complemented with the comfort of a private guide.
Your adventure begins with a hassle-free pick-up from your residence in Mexico City. Discover the wonder of Cholula’s subterranean passages, unmasking the bygone civilizations that once flourished here.

Biblioteca Palafoxiana: Enter the first public library of the Americas. Be astounded by its impressive compilation and elaborate wooden interiors, a true tribute to the scholarly ambiance of the New World.
Puebla’s Artisan Market: Plunge into a realm filled with vibrancy, skill, and heritage. From Talavera ceramic works to complex textile designs, discover distinctive mementos and admire the craftsmanship that brought them to life.

Architectural Splendor: Puebla, a UNESCO World Heritage site, exhibits awe-inspiring colonial structures and churches, decorated with elegant Talavera tiles.

  • Comfortable shoes and clothes
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Great Pyramid of Cholula
Calle 11 Nte. 1005,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Bernardita_d
Oct 13, 2023
Very impressed!! - The Shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe is amazingly beautiful. The site is very visitor friendly, parking is very easy, bathrooms were very accessible and lots of them. The whole area is beautiful and very employee is friendly and polite. My friends and I are very impressed and would highly recommend the visit and tour. Our tour guide Andrew was very good and knowledgeable
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Mykonos20
Oct 16, 2018
Very interesting tour - It was a two hour drive from Mexico city and it was a very enjoyable drive. We stopped at Cholula first and saw the tunnels and the pyramids. We did not go to church at top. We were given a hour to explore on our own. We did some shopping and walked around the town. Next we went to Puebla. We visited a couple of churches on the tour. My only complaint was we did a lot of walking and this tour was not supposed to be a walking tour. The restaurant we ate at, as part of the tour, was buffet and had very good food. The tour guide was very good. We were glad we did the tour.
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