Museo del Ámbar, San Cristobal De Las Casas Travel Guide

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, start from the central square (Zocalo) of San Cristobal de las Casas. Head east on Calle 16 de Septiembre, and take a right onto Calle Diego de Mazariegos. Continue straight until you reach the Museo del Ámbar located at La Merced, Calle Diego de Mazariegos S/N, Barrio de la Merced. Parking may be limited in the area, so look for nearby parking lots or street parking.

• Public Transportation (Taxi or Uber)

  To reach Museo del Ámbar using a taxi or Uber, simply request a ride to 'Museo del Ámbar, La Merced, Calle Diego de Mazariegos' from your current location in San Cristobal de las Casas. The fare should be reasonable, typically ranging from 30 to 70 Mexican Pesos depending on your starting point. This is a convenient option as it will drop you off directly at the museum entrance.

• Walking

  If you are staying nearby, you can walk to Museo del Ámbar. From the Zocalo, head east on Calle 16 de Septiembre, then turn right onto Calle Diego de Mazariegos. The museum is approximately a 10-15 minute walk from the Zocalo. Be sure to enjoy the local shops and scenery along the way.

• Public Transportation (Collectivo)

  You can also take a collectivo (shared taxi) to get closer to the museum. Head to the collectivo terminal located near the Zocalo and look for those heading towards 'Barrio de la Merced.' The fare is usually around 10-15 Mexican Pesos. Once you arrive in the Barrio de la Merced, it's a short walk to the museum located at Calle Diego de Mazariegos S/N.