Mérida Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Mérida
Where to stay in Mérida
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.
Barrio de Santiago
While visiting Barrio de Santiago, you might make a stop by sights like Casa Frederick Catherwood and Catherwood House Museum.
Itzimná
Itzimná might not have many top sights, but Monument to the Fatherland and Casa Montes Molina Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Zona Paseo Montejo
While visiting Zona Paseo Montejo, you might make a stop by sights like Paseo de Montejo and Casa Montes Molina Museum.
Chicxulub Puerto
Travellers like the beaches in Chicxulub Puerto, and Playa Uaymitun is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Fiesta Americana - Merida
"The rooms were clean and the beds were very comfortable. The restaurant on site offered delicious breakfast and dinner entrees. We had two rooms, and one problem common to both was the climate control/air conditioning system was difficult to control. One room was a bit too warm, and the other too ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hotel El Español Paseo de Montejo
"falta matenimiento"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Merida/Via Montejo
"Everyone and everything was perfect for the 2 weeks we were there. However, the only minor issue I would say that has nothing to do with staff but rather infrastructure, are the ac units (not bad enough to complain about though) .They sit above the door, inside the ceiling behind the vent. And it ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Extended Suites Merida Siglo XXI
"No lo recomiendo las fotos no son la realidad con las habitaciones"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Villas Paraiso
"The grounds and the staff are fantastic! It is a great place to stay! Well kept and very clean. Emily"
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Casa Ku'x
"Excelente lugar, a pocos pasos de paseo Montejo, limpieza y comodidad, precio justo."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Popular places to visit
Progreso Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Progreso Beach, a popular beach in Progreso. 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.
Uxmal Archaeological Site
Learn about the local history of Santa Elena with a stop at Uxmal Archaeological Site. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the local chocolate shops and restaurants.
Things to do
Mérida: Panoramic Sightseeing Tour Bus Ticket with 2 Routes
Las Coloradas, Río Lagartos and Playa Cancunito Tour from Mérida
Uxmal and Kabah Ruins Tour with Chocolate History
Tour to Uxmal Kabah and Chocolate Museum from Mérida
Motul, Hacienda, Xcambo, Pink Salt Mine & Progreso Day Trip
