20 days in Merida Itinerary

Yucatan's busy capital, Merida remains a mid-sized urban center offering an impressive list of cultural activities, eclectic nightlife, and a chance to see tropical examples of French and Italian architecture.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Chichen Itza and Mayapan Archaeological Zone. Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Playa Norte Celestun and Isla Arena (Isla del Sabalo). Change things up with these side-trips from Merida: Hacienda Yaxcopoil (in Yaxcopoil), Chichen Itza (The Ossuary & Cenote Ik kil) and Celestun (Mangroves of Dzinitun & Ria Celestun Biosphere Reserve). Spend the 18th (Fri) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. Next up on the itinerary: make a trip to Uxmal, pause for some serene contemplation at Convento de San Antonio de Padua, explore the world behind art at Museo Casa Montejo, and explore the ancient world of Dzibilchaltún.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, use the Merida online attractions planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiport is Licenciado Manuel Crescencio Rejon Int Airport. In January, daytime highs in Merida are 85°F, while nighttime lows are 65°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Fri) so you can travel back home.