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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers
Overview
This activity is unique, since topics are addressed from a local perspective, for example the time of construction of this city of Mérida, its origins as a Mayan city, which we will see reflected, through Mayan aesthetic stones in some buildings.
Likewise, we will talk about the culture and traditions of this city, as well as a wide variety of places to have fun and eat delicious food; from restaurants to famous taquerias in the historic center of this city.
On Sunday mornings, we will visit the most popular market in the city, the famous Lucas de Gálvez to see the colorful fresh fruits of the region.
What's included
A small guava candy
What to expect
Cathedral de Merida
10m
A jewel of classical Renaissance, being the first cathedral on the American continent in its entirety.
Museo Casa Montejo
15m
This building contains the purest expression of Spanish Plataresco architecture. It is the only building on the American continent with this style.
Universidad Autonoma de Yucatan
10m
The central buildings of the Autonomous University of Yucatán offer detailed information on its colonial, Arabic and neo-Mayan architecture. Also details of its foundation as the highest house of studies in Yucatán.
Teatro Peon Contreras
10m
A jewel of European architecture. Its important opera-style hall makes it one of the best theaters in Mexico.
Parque de Santa Lucia
10m
In this park, serenades are celebrated with the musical genre of Yucatecan trova, restaurants and chocolates are offered. The third oldest park in Mérida.
Iglesia El Jesus,Tercera Orden
10m
Imposing building with its characteristic limestone and its past as a Mayan pyramid.
El Palacio de Gobierno
20m
Emblematic place to enjoy the murals of the local artist, Fernando Castro Pacheco.
The most ideal place to enjoy Mayan and Yucatan history.
Palacio Municipal
10m
Here we will observe this building and its official coats of arms. Likewise, we will address issues of the origin of why the Spanish decided to name this city Mérida. A place where every Monday is the scene of the traditional dance called Jarana.
Parque Hidalgo
10m
The most stylish park. Highlights include emblematic hotels, vegetation of the Yucatan fauna and its surrounding theaters and cinemas.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
The Cathedral of San Ildefonso (Cathedral of Mérida) is located in the main square of the city of Mérida. I'll be with a pink umbrella waiting for you
End point
We ended up in St. Lucia Park
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
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