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Zocalo

Puebla, Mexico
Ranked #4 of 21 attractions in Puebla
4.5 of 5 stars 104 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Neighborhoods, Parks
Activities: City walk sightseeing, Group tours/walking tour
Description: An old fountain rests at the center of this bucolic plaza, located in Puebla's historic district.
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Canberra
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

There was a bonus when we were there, which was a free public concert. More

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Seattle, Washington
Top Contributor
89 reviews 89 reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

A nice place to sit and watch the world go by, especially if you stop in for some ince cream at the near-by ice cream shop ! More

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Mexico City
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Restaurants, a lot of trees, people just enjoying themselves: a little of a small town in a big city. Very beautiful and we felt safe and unbothered by people. More

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Cologne, Germany
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

we had live music and it was full of people. phantastic atmosphere More

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Oaxaca de Juárez, Oaxaca, Mexico
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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

The zocalo in Puebla is very typical but nice because there is a lot of green space and places to sit and relax. It's filled with vendors and various performers and there are lots of restaurants that are a bit expensive but have an excellent view of the park! More

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Tampico, Mexico
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

The park is nicley done with trees, flowers, benches, and wrought iron fences. The area is surronded by restaurants, both fast and fine dining. They are many coffee shops, stores, turibus tours, and beautiful historic places to see. More

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Zihuatanejo, Guerrero, Mexico
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43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012

There were people everywhere. You have to see it. You can see a bit of everything, the rich, poor, young, and old. More

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Mexico
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51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
101 helpful votes 101 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2012
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It's one of the most beautiful zocalos (Central Civic Plaza) in Mexico. It's surrounded by plenty of architectural beauties like the City Hall, the Cathedral, etc. It's full of small restaurants with terraces servicing on the exterior where you can enjoy the views of century old trees and the cathedral. You can either enjoy lunch or just refresh with a... More

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puebla
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2012

Have a drink at the Royalty and enjoy a day or evening watching people passing by the Cathedral More

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Washington, DC
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2012

Tree lined and shady, with shops all around and beautiful architecture. Lovely area. More

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