Walking Tour in the City of Mérida

4.8 (29 reviews) Merida, Mexico
Duration1h 45m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
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

  1. Cathedral de Merida
    10m
    A jewel of classical Renaissance, being the first cathedral on the American continent in its entirety.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Teatro Peon Contreras
    10m
    A jewel of European architecture. Its important opera-style hall makes it one of the best theaters in Mexico.
  5. 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.
  6. Iglesia El Jesus,Tercera Orden
    10m
    Imposing building with its characteristic limestone and its past as a Mayan pyramid.
  7. 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.
  8. 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.
  9. 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

4.8 (29)

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