Mérida

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Where to stay in Mérida

Find the best Mérida areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Mérida
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Mérida Centro

Mérida Centro is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Plaza Grande or US Visa Applicant Service Center.

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Barrio de Santiago

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

A historic cathedral with two prominent towers, surrounded by a cityscape at dusk.

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.

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Photo by Tony Lozano
Open Photo by Tony Lozano

Zona Paseo Montejo

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

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Photo by Alex Vizcaino
Open Photo by Alex Vizcaino

Chicxulub Puerto

Travelers like the beaches in Chicxulub Puerto, and Playa Uaymitun is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Stay near popular Mérida attractions

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Progreso Beach

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Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Progreso Beach, a popular beach in Progreso. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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Things to do

Turibus Panoramic Sightseeing Tour of Merida

Merida: Panoramic Sightseeing Bus Tour

￥1,620
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Merida: Panoramic Sightseeing Bus Tour
Uxmal, two Amazing Cenotes & Local Food Tour from Mérida

Uxmal, two Amazing Cenotes & Local Food Tour from Mérida

￥14,813
per adult
Uxmal, two Amazing Cenotes & Local Food Tour from Mérida
Las Coloradas, Río Lagartos and Playa Cancunito Tour from Mérida

Las Coloradas, Río Lagartos and Playa Cancunito Tour from Mérida

￥18,507
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Las Coloradas, Río Lagartos and Playa Cancunito Tour from Mérida
Mérida: Panoramic Sightseeing Tour Bus Ticket with 2 Routes

Mérida México: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour with 2 Routes

￥1,620
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mérida México: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour with 2 Routes
Uxmal & Kabah mayan ruins tour from Merida

Uxmal and Kabah Ruins Tour with Chocolate History

￥17,392
per adult
Uxmal and Kabah Ruins Tour with Chocolate History
Chichen Itza, Private Cenote/Food Experience & the magic Izamal

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

￥14,803
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Chichen Itza, Private Cenote/Food Experience & the magic Izamal
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Cities near Mérida

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Progreso

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Abala

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Celestún

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Tecoh