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San Cristobal de las Casas weather essentials

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May
82°F 27°C
65°F 18°C
14 in 35 cm
Jun
79°F 26°C
64°F 17°C
25 in 62 cm
Jul
79°F 26°C
65°F 18°C
14 in 36 cm
Aug
79°F 26°C
65°F 18°C
13 in 32 cm
Sep
78°F 25°C
65°F 18°C
34 in 86 cm
Oct
75°F 23°C
63°F 17°C
17 in 44 cm
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Museo de Trajes Regionales
Ollie #1 of 18 attractions in San Cristobal de las Casas
5 of 5 stars 13 reviews

One of the unique experiences for travelers to San Cristobal is the opportunity to see the  personal collection of Mayan textiles known as the Museo de Trajes Regionales (museum... more »

Attraction type  Museums; Specialty Museums
Orquideas Moxviquil OM
Ollie #2 of 18 attractions in San Cristobal de las Casas
4.5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
Owner description: Orquideas Moxviquil, was created maintain for future generations a small sampling of the vast and varied lifeblood of Chiapas's living natural...... more » Owner description: Orquideas Moxviquil, was created maintain for future generations a small sampling of the vast and varied lifeblood of Chiapas's living natural wonders. As of January 2010, the collection has over 3000 rescued plants with 450 species. The garden has a fern, Maya medicinal and mushroom garden The garden is open Wednesday to Sunday 10am till dark. Entrance fee is 20 to 30 pesos which helps to maintain this vital living collection. « less
Attraction type  Gardens
Templo de Santo Domingo
Ollie #3 of 18 attractions in San Cristobal de las Casas
4.5 of 5 stars 20 reviews
This 16th-century baroque church dominates one of the town's main plazas.
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Museums
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Na Bolom Cultural Centre
Ollie #4 of 18 attractions in San Cristobal de las Casas
4.5 of 5 stars 37 reviews
Owner description: The former home of Frans and Trudy Blom, a Danish couple that worked to save the region's forests and native inhabitants, is now the headquarters of a...... more » Owner description: The former home of Frans and Trudy Blom, a Danish couple that worked to save the region's forests and native inhabitants, is now the headquarters of a foundation dedicated to continuing their work and also includes a museum. « less
Attraction type  Museums; Historic Sites; Libraries
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
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Moxviquil
Ollie #5 of 18 attractions in San Cristobal de las Casas
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
These Indian ruins, located near the village of Pozeula, are built into the side of a hill.
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins
Distance  0.6 miles from city center
Templo de San Cristobal
Ollie #6 of 18 attractions in San Cristobal de las Casas
4 of 5 stars 13 reviews
A spectacular view from the hill is your reward for reaching the church of San Cristóbal.
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Bar/ Clubs; Neighborhoods; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Walking Areas
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Museo del Ambar
Ollie #7 of 18 attractions in San Cristobal de las Casas
4 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Attraction type  Art Museums; Specialty Museums
Distance  0.7 miles from city center
Museo de Ambar
Ollie #8 of 18 attractions in San Cristobal de las Casas
4 of 5 stars 15 reviews
This small amber museum has a cheap gift shop with various objects made from amber.
Attraction type  Museums
Museo Mesoamericano del Jade
Ollie #9 of 18 attractions in San Cristobal de las Casas
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
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Laguna Miramar
Ollie #10 of 18 attractions in San Cristobal de las Casas
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
This lake, 190 kilometers from San Cristobal, is buried deep in a rainforest filled with diverse forms of wildlife.
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  0.6 miles from city center
Mayan Medicine Museum
Ollie #11 of 18 attractions in San Cristobal de las Casas
3.5 of 5 stars 24 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums
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Huitepec Ecological Reserve
Ollie #12 of 18 attractions in San Cristobal de las Casas
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  0.6 miles from city center
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Templo del Carmen
Ollie #13 of 18 attractions in San Cristobal de las Casas
4 of 5 stars 5 reviews
A Moorish-style church near the zócalo.
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  0.6 miles from city center
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Museo de la Medicina Maya
Ollie #14 of 18 attractions in San Cristobal de las Casas
3.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Distance  1.0 miles from city center
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Mirador de la Escuela SolMaya
Ollie #15 of 18 attractions in San Cristobal de las Casas
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Owner description: A lookout place with a great view over San Cristobal. You can see all of the most important monuments, churches, temples and almost the whole city...... more » Owner description: A lookout place with a great view over San Cristobal. You can see all of the most important monuments, churches, temples and almost the whole city from there. Excellent location for making the best photos. Open from 9:00 to 2:00 and from 4:00 to 7:00 For more information, contact Nolberto or Romeo at SolMaya Language & Arts School. « less
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
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Palacio de las Bellas Artes
This building hosts a wide variety of events, including dance performances, art shows and more.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
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San Cristobal"s Express Massage
Attraction type  Spas
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Ciudad Cuauhtemoc
A rural outpost located on the Guatemalan border.
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  0.6 miles from city center
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