Tuxtla Gutiérrez is the capital city of the state of Chiapas; impressive buildings, and colonial temples surround it.
The joyful notes of the sweet marimba and the splendid jungle environment that encloses it, give Tuxtla a traditional, yet modern uniqueness that embraces and merges the twenty-first century progress with its origins, religious traditions, and more than 10 indigenous ethnicities who still inhabit Chiapas, a favorite destination in Mexico for leisure travel, as well as for business meetings and world class international reunions.
If you enjoy ecotourism, a stop here is a must.
Take a boat tour on the Grijalva River through the magnificent Sumidero Canyon and its granite walls, which reach up to 1000 meters high; this 15 million years old attraction is set some 5 km from the capital city.
If you are more into culture, pay a visit to one –or all- the different museums.
Foodies of the world unite! The local cuisine will blow your mind with some of the most delicious and unique dishes you may have ever tasted.
Indulge in a chepilin leaves tamale or soup, or savor the traditional Cochito –a baked dish with a distinct mix of spices and pork-; if you have a sweet tooth, try some cupapé puding made from local wild fruits, sugar, and spices, or the very popular puxiné – a sweet concoction originated among the Zoque people, this is a mix of popped sorghum with piloncillo and spices handmade in small batches by indigenous women-; an array of tastes and scents that you will never forget.
Tuxtla awaits you with open arms inviting you to discover and fully enjoy all that it has to offer.
Visit the world famous indigenous looms; then, starting at the end of November and up until mid- December partake in the Chiapas Festival (Feria de Chiapas), and its variety of events that include music, culture, sports and gastronomy all enhanced by the warmth and joy of its people.


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For a taste of architecture go see the St Marc Cathedral, built from 1560 to 1965 in honor of the city’s patron saint; in Chiapa de Corzo, 15 km from downtown Tuxtla, the ruins of the St Sebastian Temple dating back to the XVII century; today, 400 years old.
Enjoy the traditional dances in the main square; visit the ecological and recreational center El Zapotal, or Coapilla - Laguna Verde, a beautiful lagoon with waters that shift color according to the weather conditions; if cloudy, it turns green, early morning it seems blue, under the midday sun it seems to be made of silver and later on it becomes copper like.
There are four cabins in the park where you can also stay for a fee, and you can go mountain biking, or test your water skills on a kayak or scooter; a most amazing experience in nature.
In the city, take advantage of the vast culinary offer.
Most restaurants specialize in dishes from Chiapas and in Mexican cuisine; some of these restaurants also have nightly shows with traditional dances and marimba music.
No trip is complete without some souvenirs; go shopping for them at the House of Crafts (Casa de la Artesanía) where you will find all sorts of handicrafts, looms, autochthonous clothing, jewelry, and wood carvings.

Things to see and do
Horseback riding, hiking, trekking, eco-tourism, camping, cultural and musical activities.
These are just some of the experiences that will make your trip to Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas, an unforgettable one.
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