Merida City tour and Visit to Traditional Cantinas

5.0 (1 reviews) Merida, Mexico
Duration4h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

You will enjoy unique stories of the most emblematic buildings of the first square of the city of Mérida, from the hand of one of our expert guides, as well as 3 traditional canteens, we will talk about their evolution, both in drinks, mixology and gastronomy and the influence of the different cultures in this colonial city, Afro-descendants, Spanish, Lebanese, who give identity and unique flavors to our region, what better than enjoying this experience in the company of a local person, exploring places that are not normally visited on a conventional tour.

What's included

  • Visit to 3 traditional canteens
  • 1 Snack to share in 2 canteens
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • 2 craft beers per person, per canteen
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • additional drinks or snacks to those mentioned

What to expect

  1. Palacio Municipal
    10m
    We will enjoy the explanation of the founding of the city, we will appreciate its murals and the history of the conquest.
  2. Museo Casa Montejo
    15m
    explanation of the façade of the house of montejo, family coats of arms
  3. Cathedral de Merida
    15m
    Explanation of the facade, history of the Franciscan order
  4. Parque Hidalgo
    10m
    We will visit one of the oldest squares in the city, where the first hotel in the city was built.
  5. Iglesia El Jesus,Tercera Orden
    10m
    explanation of the facade and history of the holy inquisition and the caste war
  6. Teatro Peon Contreras
    10m
    Explanation of the facade and construction materials, French-style European architecture
  7. Parque de Santa Lucia
    15m
    One of the most peculiar squares in the city, is now the headquarters of the gastronomic corridor with restaurants that offer a different experience to its visitors. As well as home of the traditional Yucatecan trova that is presented every Thursday at 08:30 p.m.
  8. 15m
    Typical flavors of Yucatan, is what we will be able to enjoy in this Ice Cream Parlor, it will be our resting point, after our walk, we will enjoy a refreshing sorbet before leaving for the tour of traditional canteens.
  9. 45m
    From this point, we will start our tour to the first traditional canteen, where we will taste a local beer with history and robust flavor and a clear one. We can decide between Casa Chica or El Lucero del Alba, depending on the influx of visitors in each place
  10. 45m
    For our second canteen, we will have 2 options depending on the influx of visitors in the place, at the moment we can decide between Pipiripau or La Negrita.
    each one with its traditional beer and unique atmosphere.
  11. 45m
    We will have the opportunity to taste up to 2 craft beers per person in each of the canteens. we will do 45 minutes in each one.
    The key to this place is the musical expressions of gypsy jazz, flamenco and other live shows that make this parador unique.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

In case your hotel is not in the pickup area, we can coordinate your pick-up from the Starbucks on Paseo de Montejo Avenue.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Available only for adults with official identification or passport

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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