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Cholula Magical Town Tram Tour: Panoramic Pyramid Sightseeing
4.4
67 Ratings
Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza
Embark on a captivating journey from Puebla to Cholula on a traditional tram. Explore prehispanic and colonial culture, visit ancient temples, and marvel at the world’s largest pyramid.
Embark on a captivating journey from Puebla to Cholula on a traditional tram. Explore prehispanic and colonial culture, visit ancient temples, and marvel at the world’s largest pyramid.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Great Pyramid of Cholula - From the tram, enjoy stunning views of the Pyramid of Cholula, the largest in the world by base size.
- Temple of Santa Maria Tonantzintla - This is a prime example of popular Baroque art. The temple dates back to the 16th century, and “Tonanzintla” means “Place of our little mother.” In pre-Hispanic culture, Tonantzi…
- Great Pyramid of Cholula - From the tram, enjoy stunning views of the Pyramid of Cholula, the largest in the world by base size.
- Temple of Santa Maria Tonantzintla - This is a prime example of popular Baroque art. The temple dates back to the 16th century, and “Tonanzintla” means “Place of our little mother.” In pre-Hispanic culture, Tonantzi is one of the names of the corn goddess and is associated with the protection of people. Undoubtedly, this temple is one of the most beautiful and extraordinary in Mexico, showcasing Mexican Baroque at its finest: adorned with corn and dark-skinned angels with indigenous features.
- Temple San Francisco Acatepec - This temple displays Mexican Baroque. Between 1650 and 1750, it was decorated by Puebla potters with Talavera Poblana mosaics, giving it a unique beauty in Mexico.
- Plaza de la Concordia - Here, you can explore various attractions on your own. Start with the Portal Guerrero, featuring over 46 semicircular arches spanning 170 meters, one of the longest in the continent. You can also visit the Ex Convent of San Gabriel, one of the oldest in the country, built on the ruins of the Temple of Quetzalcoatl. Inside, admire frescoes dating back to 1533 and paintings depicting the life of Saint Francis of Assisi. Next to the Ex Convent is the Royal Chapel, built in 1540 to indoctrinate the indigenous people. Its beauty lies in its 49 domes. You can also visit the Casa del Caballero Aguila, where paintings and artworks are regularly exhibited. Finally, you will have free time to visit the Cholula pyramid (entry not included) and enjoy the local cuisine.
What's Included
- Audioguía en español
- Recorrido en tranvía por el pueblo mágico de Cholula
- Audioguía en español
- Recorrido en tranvía por el pueblo mágico de Cholula
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Guía
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Guía
Additional Information
Board a double-decker tram in Puebla and travel to Cholula, a “Magical Town” where visitors can experience both prehispanic and colonial culture. During this panoramic tour, see the world’s largest pyramid from the tram; stop to visit the temples of Santa Maria Tonanzintla and San Francisco Acatepec, as well as the San Pedro Cholula zocalo. There will…
Board a double-decker tram in Puebla and travel to Cholula, a “Magical Town” where visitors can experience both prehispanic and colonial culture. During this panoramic tour, see the world’s largest pyramid from the tram; stop to visit the temples of Santa Maria Tonanzintla and San Francisco Acatepec, as well as the San Pedro Cholula zocalo. There will be free time to explore the pyramid (admission not included), the San Gabriel Convent, Capilla Real, and Casa del Caballero Aguila. This tour includes an audioguide in Spanish.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual
- This tour is with audioguide in Spanish
Location
Av. Don Juan de Palafox y. Mendoza 14
Avenida Don Juan de Palafox y. Mendoza
Tip Tours DMC booth located inside "Puebla Visitor´s Centre": Ground floor of the City Hall, under the arches- in front of the City scale model made in bronze. The meeting point isn´t in the corner. Módulo de Tip Tours DMC dentro la Oficina de Turismo debajo de los arcos del Palacio Municipal.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.4
(67 Ratings)
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Flyer31260937248
Mar 11, 2026
A beautiful light of hope - The experience in the cathedral was wonderful, excellent and exotic food like crickets and other species, a lot of variety in the market
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Helen_c
Feb 13, 2026
Insider views on this “magic town” - Our guide lives in Cholula and described what we were seeinf with brilliant insights. Not only did we learn facts, but also history and philosophies. She explained the connections between indigenous beliefs and devotional Catholicism brought to the Americas by the Spanish. The former informs the latter as well as social mores and ways of life in the many communities in Cholula and in Puebla. . She shared her knowledge of art and architectural history and of religion articulately.
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Victoria_z
Feb 8, 2026
Best trip to cholula from puebla with my family🥰🙏✨️ we will be back if God allows it as soon as possible delighted with - The experience was great we loved getting to know several places was a safe walk they leave and return you in time to the meeting point, very friendly the personal tourism for my mother who has problems in her knee was the best thing we chose and very happy
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I9000frgabrielas
Dec 16, 2025
Nice getaway - Excellent service and attention. The departure and return was on time. It really is a good choice for a work stress escape. You don't worry about driving, just enjoying yourself.
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Barbara
Oct 14, 2025
Cholula and Atlixco and a visit to the smallest volcano in the world - Our tour was excellent! We went to Cholula, Atlixco, and Cuexomate. Our guide, Myriam, was great also. We booked it for a reasonable price
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Ileana_s
Feb 14, 2026
Comfortable and economical - Convenient transfer to Cholula with stops at a couple of magnificent churches and then stop for a couple of hours in the main square, from where you can also walk to the pyramid. Pre-recorded microphone explanations with some additions from the driver (there is no guide on board). At times very difficult to understand what it says, given the high noise of the bus and traffic. We returned to Puebla after about 6 hours. Excellent value for money
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Dennis_n
Jan 27, 2026
Worked out well. - The tour narration is pre-recorded. So if you sign up for Spanish, it is Spanish only. The tour took us past several of the area churches and stopped at two for us to visit. It also stopped at the central square of Cholula at the end so you have 2.5-3 hours to explore on your own.
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Jorgevi9774ea
Jun 11, 2026
The tour should be more enjoyable and of greater interest to the visitor; there was too much time spent on the tram and not enough experience. - I believe they have a lot to improve; the attention from their staff leaves much to be desired.
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Sara_s
Jun 7, 2025
Good tour but the return is a danger! - It lasts 5 hours: one hour round trip, two hours on the bus (with tram facade) that stops at emblematic places and gives you 15 to 20 min to explore them, then it is two hours that give you free to have lunch and climb to the sanctuary. So far I think the tour is worth it! However, the return is in a pink double-decker bus and is the reason why I downgrade to three stars. The driver tells you that you can climb but upstairs is a real terror as the city light wires, signs and traffic lights pass too close. The return journey seems a danger to me, it should not be allowed to go on the second floor of the bus.
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Thecrowbait
Feb 26, 2026
Disappointed. - This tour is mostly an uncomfortable ride with a canned Spanish audio track. The church stops are amazing but too short in duration. Three hours on your own of “fun time” in the afternoon is something to be endured, particularly on a slow day in a fairly ordinary town.
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