Why go
Start at Plaza Mayor to read the city’s civic centre, then move through the surrounding streets toward San Francisco. The changing facades and balconies show how the colonial street plan acquired layers of later architecture. It is a useful first walk before choosing which interiors deserve a separate visit.
What to look for
- Plaza Mayor gathers the cathedral and major civic palaces around one square.
- The San Francisco convent anchors another part of the historic street network.
- Enclosed balconies punctuate the older streets and building facades.
Useful to know
- Begin at Plaza Mayor, then continue on foot through the nearby historic streets.
- Treat museums and religious interiors as separate stops; check their own visiting arrangements.
Your next visit
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Outdoor visit · 30–45 min
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