Puebla Cathedral
Catedral Basílica de Puebla
A grand Renaissance-Baroque cathedral with one of Mexico's tallest bell towers. Its grey stone and golden altar are impressive, and it stands on the south side of the main square.
Construction of the cathedral began in 1575, and it was consecrated in 1649. Its two bell towers rise about 70 meters, and it is the centerpiece of the Historic Center of Puebla, a World Heritage Site. The interior has black-and-white marble floors, onyx and a gilded high altar, plus many side chapels. Entry is free, but please keep quiet during Mass. The bell towers are open to visitors at certain times. At night the facade is floodlit, and it makes a great photo from the square or from the rooftop terrace of the Amparo Museum.
Opening hours
Roughly 07:00–12:30, 16:00–19:00 (visits restricted during Mass)
Nearby sights
- Biblioteca Palafoxiana
- Zócalo of Puebla
- Casa de los Muñecos
- Museo Amparo
- Callejón de los Sapos
- Edificio Carolino
- Rosary Chapel, Templo de Santo Domingo
- Calle de los Dulces