Historic Center & Barrios

Centro Histórico de Xochimilco

Franciscan convent, market and the heart of the barrios

The historic center grew around the former Convent of San Bernardino de Siena, built by Franciscan friars in the 16th century, which still stands over the main square. Around it are the Xochimilco market, where you can eat and buy flowers, and the streets that lead out to the old barrios and their chapels.

Highlights

  • Parish and former Convent of San Bernardino de Siena
  • Mercado de Xochimilco
  • The main square in front of the parish