City & Museums Walking Tour by Gray Line Mexico

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Duration: 5h
Location: Puebla, Mexico | Puebla, Mexico


Category: Attractions

Highlights:
Walking exploration of UNESCO-designated historic Puebla
Gilded Mexican Baroque interior of the Capilla del Rosario
Barrio del Artista galleries & sweets on Calle de los Dulces
Significant cultural works at the Biblioteca Palafoxiana
Colonial-era & pre-Hispanic artifacts at the Amparo Museum

Inclusions:
Guided tour of Puebla
Admission fees
Commentary in English and Spanish
Roundtrip transportation to and from your Puebla hotel

Description:

Hit the pavement for a fascinating exploration of Puebla’s UNESCO World Heritage-designated historic center. Admire the gilded interior of the Rosario chapel, walk by the Baroque and colonial architecture in town, and visit landmark attractions like the Palafoxiana Library and the Amparo Museum.

Head out with your expert local guide to explore the culture and landmarks that earned charming Puebla a nod from UNESCO. Step into the lavish Capilla del Rosario for a look at its gilded and opulent Mexican Baroque interior, then make your way to the austere cathedral—legend has it that angels raised the 18,000-pound (8,164-kg) bell to the top of the belfry, earning Puebla the nickname “City of Angels.”

Meander through the Barrio del Artista—this colonial market district is now home to painter’s studios, galleries, and quaint cafés—and indulge your sweet tooth on the Calle de los Dulces, a street entirely dedicated to candy.

At the Biblioteca Palafoxiana—the oldest public library in the Americas—admire the ornate portico and wooden bookshelves of the 1646 structure, and check out significant works like an original 1493 copy of the Nuremberg Chronicle.

The final stop on your journey through Puebla is the Amparo Museum, whose collection traces Mexico’s history from the pre-Columbian period through the Spanish conquest. Admire Maya and Aztec artifacts, charming Talavera pottery, and the former home of the Espinoza family for a look at colonial furnishings and décor.