Things to do with friends in Tuxtla, Chiapas

What are fun things to do with friends in Tuxtla?

We checked 47 real places in Tuxtla, Chiapas from OpenStreetMap, including 8 places to eat, 8 sights and 8 parks and outdoor spots. Squad Plan's three day plans below draw on these places, and your group can vote on the one you like best.

Last updated 2026-10-14

We found 8 places to eat, 4 bars and nightlife spots (21+), 8 sights, 8 parks and outdoor spots, 4 game spots, 7 sports venues and 8 places to shop in Tuxtla, from OpenStreetMap map data.

Three ready-made day plans

Costs are rough estimates per person in US dollars. Check hours and prices before you go.

Plan A

Museo del Café Chiapas to Hostal Tres Central

Slow pace, good food, plenty of time to talk. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit Museo del Café Chiapas

    Calle Segunda Oriente Norte, 29019 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore Parque Central Catedral

    Tuxtla Gutiérrez

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at La Casona

    Avenida 1a Sur Poniente 134, 29060 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Get active at Instituto del Deporte del Estado de Chiapas

    Avenida Benito Juárez, 29077 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    $10–25 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Browse Mercado Público Municipal Juan Sabines

    Avenida 3a Sur Oriente, 29019 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Watch a movie at Cinépolis Plaza Mirador

    15 Poniente, 29030 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    $15–30 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at Cocina Económica San Marcos

    Avenida Central Oriente, 29019 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Hostal Tres Central

    Avenida 3a. Norte Poniente, 29030 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    $12–30 (estimate)
Plan B

Museo Botánico to Chapulines Mezcal & Posh

A fuller day of sights and new places. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit Museo Botánico

    Calzada de Personas Ilustres, 29019 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore Parque de la Marimba

    Tuxtla Gutiérrez

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at El Borrego Líder

    Calle Segunda Oriente Norte, 29019 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Get active at Campo Revolución (UNICACH)

    Avenida Miguel Hidalgo, 29077 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    $10–25 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Browse Plaza Marfil Vista Hermosa

    Avenida Décima Norte Poniente 1055, 29030 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Watch a movie at Cinépolis Plaza del Sol

    Avenida 5a Norte Poniente, 29030 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    $15–30 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at Cocina exprés

    Avenida 1a Sur Oriente, 29019 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Chapulines Mezcal & Posh

    Calle 15a. Poniente Norte, 29030 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    $12–30 (estimate)
Plan C

Museo de Palentología to Boston's Pizza

High energy from start to finish. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit Museo de Palentología

    Calzada de Personas Ilustres, 29019 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore Parque Niño de Atocha

    Tuxtla Gutiérrez

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at Cocina económica

    Avenida 1a Sur Oriente, 29019 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Get active at Estadio Víctor Manuel Reyna

    Calzada de las Culturas, 29044 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    $10–25 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Browse Plaza Santa Elena

    Boulevard Doctor Belisario Domínguez, 29060 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Watch a movie at Cinepolis Polyforum

    Boulevard Ángel Albino Corzo, 29077 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    $15–30 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at Los Parachicos

    Calle Central Norte, 29019 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Boston's Pizza

    Boulevard Doctor Belisario Domínguez, 29025 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

    $12–30 (estimate)

Family friendly things to do in Tuxtla

Real places in Tuxtla for a day out with kids.

  1. Visit Plaza de Santo Domingo

    Free to visit, with room to run around. Bring snacks and water.

    FreeTuxtla Gutiérrez
  2. Eat at Pura Vida

    A sit-down meal for the whole family. Call ahead for a big group.

    $12–20 (estimate)Calle 4a. Oriente Norte 232, 29000 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP
  3. Go to Cinemex

    Movies, games or bowling for a rainy or hot afternoon. Check showtimes and hours first.

    $15–30 (estimate)Boulevard Libramiento Norte, 29000 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP
  4. Snack stop at Aroma Espresso

    A quick stop for drinks and a snack between activities.

    $8–18 (estimate)Calle 5a Poniente Norte 140, 29030 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

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Date night ideas in Tuxtla

Real places in Tuxtla for two people, with a rough cost per person.

  1. Coffee at Aroma Espresso

    Short, cheap, and easy to make longer if it goes well.

    $8–18 (estimate)Calle 5a Poniente Norte 140, 29030 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP
  2. Walk through Parque del Mariachi

    Free, and easy to talk while you walk side by side.

    FreeTuxtla Gutiérrez
  3. Look around Museo De La Marimba

    Something to look at together, so there is always something to talk about.

    Free to $25 (estimate)Calle 9a. Poniente Norte, 29030 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP
  4. Dinner at La Casona

    Pick a table where you can talk, and share a few dishes if you both like that.

    $20–40 (estimate)Avenida 1a Sur Poniente 134, 29060 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP
  5. Drinks at El bebedero (21+)

    One drink, then decide together if the night keeps going.

    $12–30 (estimate)Avenida 3a Norte Oriente, Terán, 29020 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

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Things to do with a large group in Tuxtla

Real places in Tuxtla for a group of 10 or more people.

  1. Play at Cinépolis Plaza Mirador

    Ask about group rates and book ahead before you go.

    $15–30 (estimate)15 Poniente, 29030 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP
  2. Park time at Parque De Hombres Ilustres

    Bring a ball, a frisbee or lawn games. Free, and easy to split into smaller groups.

    FreeTuxtla Gutiérrez
  3. Dinner at La Casona

    Book ahead for a big table, and ask if they can seat your group together.

    $20–40 (estimate)Avenida 1a Sur Poniente 134, 29060 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP
  4. Drinks at Hostal Tres Central (21+)

    Only for groups where everyone is 21+. Ask about a reserved table for a big party.

    $12–30 (estimate)Avenida 3a. Norte Poniente, 29030 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

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Weekend in Tuxtla with friends

A two-day plan of real places in Tuxtla, from Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon.

  1. Saturday morning: Museo de Antropología e Historia

    Start the day with a museum, gallery or other sight. Check opening days before you go.

    Free to $25 (estimate)Calzada de Personas Ilustres, 29019 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP
  2. Saturday lunch: La Casona

    Sit down together for lunch. Book ahead if the group is big.

    $12–20 (estimate)Avenida 1a Sur Poniente 134, 29060 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP
  3. Saturday afternoon: Cinco de Mayo

    Free, and easy to split up and meet again. Good for a walk between stops.

    FreeTuxtla Gutiérrez
  4. Saturday night: Hostal Tres Central (21+)

    A drink or two to end the day. Everyone needs to be 21 or older.

    $12–30 (estimate)Avenida 3a. Norte Poniente, 29030 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP
  5. Sunday morning: coffee at Aroma Espresso

    A slow start for the last day. Quick, cheap, and easy to fit a group in.

    $8–18 (estimate)Calle 5a Poniente Norte 140, 29030 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP
  6. Sunday afternoon: Cinépolis Plaza Mirador

    Bowling, an arcade or a movie. Something to do together before heading home.

    $15–30 (estimate)15 Poniente, 29030 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP

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Birthday ideas for adults in Tuxtla

Real places in Tuxtla for a birthday the whole group will show up for.

  1. Birthday dinner at La Casona

    Book a table for the whole group and let the birthday person order first.

    $20–40 (estimate)Avenida 1a Sur Poniente 134, 29060 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP
  2. Play at Cinépolis Plaza Mirador

    Something to do together beats only sitting and talking. Book ahead for a big group.

    $15–30 (estimate)15 Poniente, 29030 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP
  3. Drinks at Hostal Tres Central (21+)

    Finish the night with a round on the group for the birthday person.

    $12–30 (estimate)Avenida 3a. Norte Poniente, 29030 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP
  4. Visit Museo Regional de Chiapas

    A low-key daytime start before dinner, good for a smaller group.

    Free to $25 (estimate)Prolongación 5a Norte Oriente, 29010 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP
  5. Picnic at Parque el magueyito

    Bring a cake and some snacks. Free, and nobody has to shout over music.

    FreeTuxtla Gutiérrez

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Things to do with friends under 21 in Tuxtla

Real places in Tuxtla for a group where some friends are under 21.

  1. See a movie at Cinépolis Plaza Mirador

    Check showtimes first, and pick a film the whole group can agree on.

    $15–30 (estimate)15 Poniente, 29030 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP
  2. Get active at Estadio de Futbol Americano Samuel León Brindis

    Play, swim or work out together. Some places need a pass or booking, so call first.

    $10–25 (estimate)Avenida Miguel Hidalgo, 29019 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP
  3. Coffee or a snack at Aroma Espresso

    A cheap place to sit and hang out. Order something small and stay a while.

    $8–18 (estimate)Calle 5a Poniente Norte 140, 29030 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP
  4. Eat at La Casona

    Order a few dishes to share to keep the bill down. Check the menu online first.

    $12–20 (estimate)Avenida 1a Sur Poniente 134, 29060 Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHP
  5. Hang out at Parque Central Catedral

    Free to visit. Bring a ball or a frisbee if you want to play.

    FreeTuxtla Gutiérrez

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Places in Tuxtla

Places to eat

Bars and nightlife (21+)

Sights

Parks and outdoor spots

Game spots

Sports venues

Places to shop

How much does a day out with friends cost in Tuxtla?

Across the three day plans above, a day out with friends in Tuxtla costs about $69 to $210 per person, from the lowest plan to the highest. Each total adds up the typical price of its stops, so treat it as a rough estimate and check prices before you go.

Frequently asked questions

What can a group do in Tuxtla for free?

Free places on our list include Parque Central Catedral, Plaza de Santo Domingo and Parque de la Marimba. Plans also leave time to wander around town at no cost.

Where can friends eat in Tuxtla?

Good places to start are La Casona, Cocina Económica San Marcos and El Borrego Líder. The day plans above include food stops from this list.

What is there to see in Tuxtla?

Sights on our list include Museo del Café Chiapas, Museo De La Marimba and Museo Botánico. The full list is in the places section below.

What are good things to do with kids in Tuxtla?

Try visit Plaza de Santo Domingo, eat at Pura Vida and go to Cinemex. Every idea here is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What are good date night ideas in Tuxtla?

Try coffee at Aroma Espresso, walk through Parque del Mariachi and look around Museo De La Marimba. Start small with coffee or a walk, and save dinner for when it is going well.

What are good things to do with a large group in Tuxtla?

Try play at Cinépolis Plaza Mirador, park time at Parque De Hombres Ilustres and dinner at La Casona. Book ahead for a group this size, and send the link so everyone can vote on the plan.

What can friends do on a weekend in Tuxtla?

Try saturday morning: Museo de Antropología e Historia, saturday lunch: La Casona and saturday afternoon: Cinco de Mayo. Every stop is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What are good birthday ideas for adults in Tuxtla?

Try birthday dinner at La Casona, play at Cinépolis Plaza Mirador and drinks at Hostal Tres Central (21+). Every idea here is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What can friends under 21 do together in Tuxtla?

Try see a movie at Cinépolis Plaza Mirador, get active at Estadio de Futbol Americano Samuel León Brindis and coffee or a snack at Aroma Espresso. Every idea here is a real mapped place. Costs are rough estimates.

Can Squad Plan make a custom plan for Tuxtla?

Yes. Pick the city, your group and the vibe, and Squad Plan gives you three plans your friends can vote on. It is free for 5 plans a week.

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