Popular places to visit
Progreso Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Progreso Beach, a popular beach in 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 at 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 when you take a trip to Uxmal Archaeological Site. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the local chocolate shops and restaurants.
Things to do
Progreso Explore the xcambo mayan ruins and beach break
Isla Columpios & Progreso Day Trip
Day trip to El Corchito Ecological Reserve and Playa
Chelem Hotel Deals
Jáalk'ab Cabañas
Overall it's a good place to visit.
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025
CASA BUDDHA CHELEM
Owners, and everyone who runs this place were amazing, its a family own and operated, they are truly caring, friendly and super attentive to anything we needed. We loved our stay💖
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
In front of the beach with power and wifi included!
My husband and I and our 2 teens 18 & 16 stayed here for 10 nights. We had a wonderful relaxing time. We definitely recommend this place. Costco is 35 minutes away and so many other store so close to get all you need.
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2025
Arenas Del Mar
Walking distance to the quiet beach. Condo is spacious and neighborhood is quiet. Near by town is Chelem 10 min drive. Owners are very nice.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2023
Cabañas Frida
Me gustó la idea de Cabaña, muy bien las instalaciones
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Paraiso Cocoyito Ría
Other neighborhoods around Chelem
Puerto Yucalpetén
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Puerto Yucalpetén and surrounding area, you can visit Progreso Beach and Progreso Lighthouse.
Chuburna Puerto
Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Chelem Park while you're exploring Chuburna Puerto and the larger area.
Progreso Centro
While Progreso Centro might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Progreso Beach and Progreso Lighthouse.
Boulevard Turístico Malecón
While visiting Boulevard Turístico Malecón, you might make a stop by sights like Progreso Beach and Meteorite Museum.
Chicxulub Puerto
Small coastal town Chicxulub Puerto lies near the center of the Chicxulub crater in Yucatán, offering a unique geological experience by the Gulf of Mexico. Discover the origin of its intriguing name, 'the devil's flea', in Yucatec Maya language.
Zona Industrial
While visiting Zona Industrial, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza Galerias Mall and Great Museum of the Maya World.
Chelem
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