Cholula tour from Puebla: pyramid, church & market

Climb the pyramid to the church, then walk through Cholula's markets and convents

A guided tour from Puebla to Cholula covers the Temple of Santa Maria Tonantzintla, the ascent to the Cholula pyramid and the Shrine of Our Lady of Remedies, the Convent of San Gabriel, and San Pedro Market over three to four hours with a local guide and air-conditioned vehicle. The Regional Museum of Cholula and the altar area are available as optional add-ons at additional cost.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Cholula's main attractions

• Visit Temple of Santa Maria Tonantzintla
• Ascend pyramid to Virgin of Remedies church
• See Shrine of Our Lady of Remedies
• Tour Convent of San Gabriel
• Explore San Pedro Market
• Optional visit to Regional Museum and altars area

The Experience

The day starts with a local guide who speaks English or Spanish, and transport picks you up in an air-conditioned vehicle for the route from Puebla to Cholula. The first stop is the Temple of Santa Maria Tonantzintla, then you head to the main draw: the pyramid itself. The climb takes you up the tlachihualtepetl to the Shrine of Our Lady of Remedies at the top, where you can see across the landscape and walk through the archaeological zone at ground level.

After the pyramid, the route moves through the Convent of San Gabriel and then to San Pedro Market, where you get a sense of daily life in the town. The whole loop runs three to four hours, which means the stops stay unhurried without the day stretching into a full commitment. If you want to add the Regional Museum of Cholula or the altar area, you can arrange that at checkout for an extra fee.

What’s included

• Local guide in English or Spanish.
• air-conditioned vehicle transport from Puebla.
• entry to the Temple of Santa Maria Tonantzintla, the Cholula pyramid and archaeological zone, the Shrine of Our Lady of Remedies, the Convent of San Gabriel, and access to San Pedro Market.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Viajes Caravan

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want a guide leading you through Cholula's history and pyramid in one morning or afternoon, with transport included from Puebla.

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Top questions

What is the Cholula pyramid and why is it worth climbing?

The tlachihualtepetl is one of the largest pyramids by volume in the world, and the climb takes you to the Shrine of Our Lady of Remedies at the summit. From the top you see the surrounding landscape, and the archaeological zone at ground level shows the structure's scale and history.

Can I visit the Regional Museum of Cholula on this tour?

The Regional Museum of Cholula is available as an optional add-on at additional cost, not included in the base tour price. You can choose to add it when you book.

What language does the guide speak?

The local guide speaks English or Spanish, so you can choose the language when you reserve.

How long does the tour take?

The tour runs three to four hours from start to finish, covering all the main stops without rushing through them.

Is this tour accessible for people with mobility concerns?

The tour is wheelchair accessible, and infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. The climb to the top of the pyramid involves stairs, so travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. Those with spinal injuries should not participate.