Top Merida Holidays

Get acquainted with Yucatecan specialties on this street food tour of Merida. Walk with a local guide to Merida’s main market plus a seafood restaurant and gelato shop. Sip fruit juices and sample plenty of local dishes, not limited to empanadas, tamales and seafood tacos along with ‘cochinita pibil’ (slow-roasted pork) and ‘panuchos’ (tortillas stuffed with refried black beans). Delicious!

Explore an incomparable landscape at the pink lagoons, Las Coloradas in Rio Lagartos. An excellent place for a photo session. Then we will move to a virgin beach called Cancunito, where you can relax. Finally, we will take a boat ride where we will admire the landscapes, colors, flora, and fauna of the place. To finish, we will eat in one of the most welcoming and recommended restaurants in Rio Lagartos.

Explore Merida's colorful cantinas with a local on a guided walking tour of the local-style bars. Learn about daily life in the city as you walk between a series of three cantinas, where you'll sip beer, groove to the latest Mexican tunes, and try some classic Yucatec botanas, or snacks. This cantina tour includes drinks and snacks, and it's a great way to experience Merida's local culture.

Experience firsthand the traditional Day of the Dead celebration at any time of the year! Start visiting the Convent of San Bernardino de Siena (Valladolid), a place filled with rich history and architectural splendor, to then be transported to a Mayan village where the Day of the Dead will come alive next to a magical cenote. Engage in the ancient art of Mayan body painting, indulge in the flavors of traditional Mayan liquor, Tarentum, and savor the rich essence of cocoa and honey. Also, experience the spirituality of a sacred cenote at night, which is believed to be a portal between the living and the dead. You will be for sure captivated by what your guide tells you. Then, you will participate in a Mayan ceremony of offering to the dead led by a shaman, to pay homage to your ancestors. And finally, you will enjoy a Mexican tacos dinner to completely feel as so! This tour will allow you to be part of the Mayan community for one day!

Embark on “Mérida’s Cantina Quest,” an exploration designed to showcase the vibrant heart of Mérida through its iconic cantinas. Each stop is a portal into the city’s lively culture, starting with a stroll down the majestic Paseo Montejo, setting the tone for an adventure into Mérida’s social fabric. The journey weaves through historic landmarks and into the welcoming embrace of local cantinas like El Lucero and Cantina El Estado Seco, where the spirit of Mérida comes alive. Conclude your quest at La Negrita Cantina, a pulsating center of music, conversation, and cultural fusion. This tour offers an immersive look into the places that are the heartbeat of Mérida’s community, inviting you to experience the city’s rich traditions and contemporary vibrancy uniquely and memorably. Please note: The availability and accessibility of attractions may vary based on time of day and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Immerse in “Mérida’s Whispering Hearts,” a curated stroll that weaves through the city’s romantic and historic sites, perfectly tailored for couples. Start in the idyllic Parque de Santa Lucía, a canvas of cultural vibrancy. Stand in awe before the Autonomous University of Yucatan, a monument to intellectual and architectural splendor. Admire the Jose Peon Contreras Theater’s facade, a symbol of cultural elegance. Find a peaceful retreat in Parque de los Hidalgos, and let the spiritual magnificence of the Cathedral Mérida inspire you. Plaza Grande offers a lively contrast, pulsating with Mérida’s heart. Delve into the past at Museo Casa Montejo, and conclude your journey with the harmonious allure of the Palacio de la Música, serenading your romantic exploration of Mérida. Please note: The availability and accessibility of attractions may vary based on time of day and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. What is the legend of Piramide De Itzamatul? You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. What's so romantic about Kinich Kakmó Pyramid and Al Maestro, Izamal Park? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!