San Juan Travel Guide
Mérida
Popular places to visit

Progreso Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Progreso Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Mérida. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Paseo de Montejo
Walk down this beautiful tree-lined avenue for a little taste of all the things that make Mérida such a charming place to visit.

Yucatan International Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Yucatan International Convention Center during your trip to Mérida. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Plaza Grande
Locals stop for friendly chats and large shady trees line the paved walkways. This main square is truly the heart of downtown Merida.

Mérida Cathedral
Visit chapels and survey impressive works of religious art inside this ancient church, an imposing building in the historical center of Merida.

Cenotes Cuzama
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cenotes Cuzama during your travels in Cuzama. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Things to do

Chichen Itza, Private Cenote/Food Experience & the magic Izamal

From Merida: Chichen Itza Tour, Izamal, Cenote Ik Kil and Food

Las Coloradas, Río Lagartos and Playa Cancunito Tour from Mérida

Uxmal and Kabah Ruins Tour with Chocolate History

Mérida: Panoramic Sightseeing Tour Bus Ticket with 2 Routes

Tour to Uxmal Kabah and Chocolate Museum from Mérida
Top hotels in San Juan

Hotel Pakal 58 Centro
"Solo q el Baño un poco pequeño"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Cigno Hotel (Adults Only)
"This was a four-night solo trip to Mérida, and I couldn't have been happier with my accommodation choice. A well-appointed room with a firm mattress, a great shower with a high showerhead, and a second door to the suite providing direct access to the rooftop deck with its pools for cooling down in ..."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Merida
"Buena ubicación, personal atento, habitaciones cómodas."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Fiesta Americana - Merida
"That was a great place to stay, so comfortable."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Gran Hotel Panamericana Merida
"El agua de las llaves tiene un olor raro. El cuarto siempre muy limpio. El desayuno puede mejorar muchísimo, el buffet es muy sencillo pero cumple bien."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Hyatt Place Merida/Via Montejo
"Clean rooms, and very good breakfast. Highly recommend 👍👌"
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Juan

Mérida Centro
Mérida Centro is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Plaza Grande and US Visa Applicant Service Center while you're in town.

Santa Lucia
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santa Lucia and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza Grande and US Visa Applicant Service Center.

Barrio de Santiago
While visiting Barrio de Santiago, you might make a stop by sights like Casa Frederick Catherwood and Catherwood House Museum.

Zona Paseo Montejo
While visiting Zona Paseo Montejo, you might make a stop by sights like Paseo 60 and Paseo de Montejo.

García Ginerés
When in García Ginerés, you can plan a visit to Paseo 60 and Casa Montes Molina Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Itzimná
Itzimná might not have many top sights, but Paseo 60 and Monument to the Fatherland are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
