Chiapa de Corzo

Chiapa de Corzo is one of the oldest cities on the continent, located on the right bank of the Grande or Grijalva river. It stands out as the first element of its cultural heritage, the regular layout, the result of the fusion of Renaissance urban ideals with the features of the pre-Hispanic city. Its architectural beauty is based on the Mudejar style. Examples of this are the temple and convent of Santo Domingo and the fountain or font that enhances the main square, in fact it is one of the largest in the country. Touring Chiapa de Corzo, takes us into the colorful traditions and heroic history of this Magical Town.

You can't miss them!

Chiapa de Corzo is the gateway to know the State of Chiapas. Arriving in Chiapas and not knowing Chiapa de Corzo is like a meaningless trip. Here we tell you what you should not miss:

Temple and convent of Santo Domingo de Guzmán

Square and Mudejar fountain

The portales

Sumidero Canyon National Park

The archaeological site of Chiapa de Corzo

The Fiesta Grande in January

Gastronomy

The Rio Grande de Chiapas or Grijalva is the ideal setting to delight ourselves with the smells, flavors and colors, Chiapa de Corzo is a city full of traditions and customs such as its Fiesta Grande de Chiapa with its Parachicos considered as Intangible Cultural Heritage of the Humanity. Live the gastronomic experience and do not miss the following recommendations:

Pozol de Cacao y Tascalate
Jocotes y nanches curtidos
La comida grande de pepita con tasajo
Cochito horneado
La chanfaina
La gran variedad de tamales

Get to know all our flavors from Chiapa de Corzo

Our recommendations on your trip

Chiapa de Corzo is a colonial site of tradition and culture, framed with the warmth of its people, an urban extension of the capital city. Its location makes it a city with a hot and humid climate, so here we suggest the following:

The optimal months to visit are from November to May when there is generally no rain.
Take into account that the months of April, May and June are the hottest (between 39º. To 42º). Do not forget to wear fresh clothes, preferably cotton, linen or a hat to mitigate the sun's rays. Long sleeve shirt if you make the river tour to the Sumidero Canyon
It is essential to wear comfortable shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen.
Between June and the beginning of October the rain is very frequent and it is necessary not to forget to bring an umbrella or raincoat with you.
There are three cooperatives of boats to make the river route to the Sumidero Canyon. Take into account that if you travel alone, you will have to take the collective service, minimum 10 people or otherwise you will have to pay for the special or private service and the cost increases.

How to get there?

Chiapa de Corzo is a conurbation with the Capital city and only 30 kilometers from the Ángel Albino Corzo International Airport, so it is not a problem to reach this historic city, either by road or by air.

The airlines
- Viva Aerobus
- Calafia
- Interjet
- Volaris
- Aeromar
- Aeroméxico
Approximate flight time: 1hr, 20 min. approx.
Microbus lines: There are daily departures every 20 minutes, from the center of the city of Tuxtla Gutiérrez, here we mention the following:
- Transports Nandalumi
- Sprinter Chiapa de Corzo Ángel Albino Corzo
Kilometers: From the center of Tuxtla Gutiérrez to the center of Chiapa: 15 km. Approximate time: 15 min
If you travel with your own vehicle, from the city of Tuxtla Gutiérrez, simply take the Chiapa de Corzo Boulevard from the eastern exit of the city (fountain of Diana the Huntress).
Kilometers traveled: 15 km Approximate time: 10 min.