Xalapa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Paseo de los Lagos in Xalapa, Mexico
A bridge with pink railings and a large 'X' structure.
A wooden dock extending over calm water with boats docked, surrounded by a clear sky and buildings in the background.
A church with red domes and a bell tower.
A densely populated cityscape with colorful buildings under a cloudy sky.

Where to stay in Xalapa

Find the best Xalapa areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bridge with pink railings and a large 'X' structure.

Xalapa Centro

If you're spending some time in Xalapa Centro, Palacio de Gobierno and Palacio Municipal are top sights worth seeing.

3 de Mayo

While there might not be top attractions in 3 de Mayo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like State Theatre and Palacio de Gobierno.

Fuentes de Las Animas

Fuentes de Las Animas might not have many top sights, but Plaza Las Animas Mall and Interactive Museum of Xalapa (MIX) are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Zona Universitaria

While visiting Zona Universitaria, you might make a stop by sights like Xalapeno Stadium and Los Lagos.

Mártires de Chicago

While Mártires de Chicago isn't home to many top sights, Xalapeno Stadium and Palacio de Gobierno are some notable places to visit nearby.

HB Xalapa

HB Xalapa

3.5 out of 5
Av. Lazaro Cardenas No. 9 Xalapa VER
The price is 1.559.227 ₫ per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
1.559.227 ₫
1.839.888 ₫ total
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Xalapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (774 reviews)
"Very convenient business Hotel. Practical, comfortable."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

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Hotel Balcón del Parque

Hotel Balcón del Parque

3 out of 5
Rafael Ramírez Xalapa VER
The price is 1.661.790 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
1.661.790 ₫
1.965.897 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Xalapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Los Tecajetes Park and State Theatre are located ...
Hotel Balcón del Parque
Hotel María Victoria

Hotel María Victoria

3 out of 5
Zaragoza No. 6 Xalapa VER
The price is 895.854 ₫ per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
895.854 ₫
1.057.108 ₫ total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Xalapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel María Victoria
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Hotel Posada Del Parque

Hotel Posada Del Parque

3 out of 5
Calle Miguel Palacios #7 Xalapa VER
Stay at this aparthotel in Xalapa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Pinacoteca Diego Rivera and Diego Rivera ...
Hotel Posada Del Parque
Aldea Alemm

Aldea Alemm

2.5 out of 5
Rtno. 13 De Noviembre Coatepec VER
Stay at this cabin in Coatepec. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Coatepec Market and Hidalgo Park are located nearby.
7.8/10 Good! (7 reviews)
"De lo peor la intención del anfitrión y sobre todo grosero y muy poca ética profesional no lo recomendaría para nada"

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

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Alma Glamping

Alma Glamping

2 out of 5
Carr. Xalapa - Coatepec Coatepec VER
Stay at this campsite in Coatepec. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Coatepec Market and Hidalgo Park are located ...
Alma Glamping
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Xalapa Cathedral

9.0/10 (305 reviews)
Xalapa Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Xalapa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's museums and festivals.
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