Atlatlahucan

— primary source) Atlatlahucan North America > Mexico > Central Mexico > Morelos > Atlatlahucan Atlatlahucan is a small colonial town in the mountains of the Central Mexican state of Morelos . It is popular among travelers interested in historical and cultural travel who come to visit the "16th century missions on the slopes of Popocatapetl", a UNESCO World Heritage Site .

The nearest airport is Benito Juárez International Airport in Mexico City . From Mexico City, use Metro to the Lazaro station and connect to the TAPO bus station. Go to the Volcanes ticket counter and ask for a ticket to 🌍 Kilometro 88 en Atlatlahucan . The trip takes 90 minutes to 2 hours and costs about M150.

Atlatlahucan is best explored on foot if staying in the town centre, though a car is useful for reaching attractions in the surrounding area. Local taxi services and colectivos (shared vans) are available for shorter journeys. Colectivos are an affordable and authentic way to travel between nearby towns and attractions.

🌍 Ex-Convento San Mateo Apóstol , Del Convento San Mateo . Enormous 16th-century monastery established in 1570 and built by Augustinian friars who were evangelizing Christianity and converting indigenous populations. The complex consists of the main church with its ornate facade and fancy interior, an open amphitheatre where the monks would preach to the natives, and a large 2-story cloister where the monks lived, surrounding an interior garden courtyard. The complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site . ( updated Feb 2026 ) 🌍 Plaza de Armas ( Zocalo ). Traditional town Zocalo (main plaza) with cobblestone paths, towering palm trees, fountains, statues and a central bandstand (kiosk). ( updated Feb 2026 )

Feast of St. Matthew the Apostle - the town's patron saint is celebrated each year on September 21

🌍 Gran Terraza , Kilometre 88, Los Girasoles . F-Su 08ː00 - 20ː00, closed M-Th . Traditional Mexican menu served in a clean, spacious dining room on two levels. M$200 . ( updated Feb 2026 ) 🌍 Tacos "Los Llenadores" , Colonia Kilometro 88 . Casual roadside taqueria that is known for its carnitas tacos. Regular tacos are smaller street taco size and it will take about 4 or more to make a full meal. ( updated Feb 2026 ) 🌍 Marisqueria Coty , Calvario 1, San Mateo , ☏ +52 557 611 9746 . M-F 10ː30-19ː30, Sa-Su 10ː30-20ː30 . Casual family-run seafood restaurant. The mojarra and the shrimp cocktails are good. M$300 . ( updated Feb 2026 )

Local cantinas and bars in Atlatlahucan serve Mexican beer, mezcal, tequila, and aguas frescas. Mexico has a vibrant craft beer scene that is growing in many regions. Pulque, a traditional fermented agave drink, may be available in central Mexico. Non-alcoholic options include excellent Mexican coffee, fresh fruit juices (jugos naturales), and horchata.

There are not many places in town to spend the night. Other towns in the region have better selections. 🌍 Motel Atla Mor , Carr México-Cuautla (MEX-115) Km 56, Col. Jagueicillos , ☏ +52 735 144 6298 . ( updated Feb 2026 )

🌍 Plaza Comercial Atlatlahucan ( Mercado Municipal ), Abasolo 43-44, San Mateo . Daily 06ː00 - 18ː00 . Small-town traditional Mexican marketplace with fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, cheese, and several stalls selling homemade regional cuisine that tastes like abuela used to make. Best place in town for cheap eats. ( updated Feb 2026 )

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