{"id":1408,"date":"2018-06-02T11:40:00","date_gmt":"2018-06-02T13:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/?p=1408"},"modified":"2025-03-05T23:51:52","modified_gmt":"2025-03-06T01:51:52","slug":"things-to-do-merida","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/things-to-do-merida\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Fabulous Things to do in Merida Mexico"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The things to do in Merida are almost limitless. The people of Merida have embraced their culture while forging their future. The food, the culture, the art &#8211; Merida has refused to stay in the status quo. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter the time of year or the night of the week you will find something to do in Merida to entertain the entire family.&nbsp;<\/span>Merida has become one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/beautiful-cities-in-mexico\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"8405\">most popular cities in Mexico<\/a> and it&#8217;s not hard to see why.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To help you plan your Merida travels, here is a list of our favorite things to do in Merida Mexico.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/merida-mexico-travel-guide-1400-1-1024x448.jpg\" alt=\"A historic mansion in Merida Mexico. One of the many things to do in Merida is enjoy the architecture of the city.\" class=\"wp-image-3976\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/merida-mexico-travel-guide-1400-1-1024x448.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/merida-mexico-travel-guide-1400-1-700x306.jpg 700w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/merida-mexico-travel-guide-1400-1-768x336.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/merida-mexico-travel-guide-1400-1-960x420.jpg 960w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/merida-mexico-travel-guide-1400-1-915x400.jpg 915w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/merida-mexico-travel-guide-1400-1-585x256.jpg 585w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/merida-mexico-travel-guide-1400-1-800x350.jpg 800w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/merida-mexico-travel-guide-1400-1-600x262.jpg 600w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/merida-mexico-travel-guide-1400-1.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"]{font-size:16px;line-height:21px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"]{font-size:14px;line-height:19px;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"]{font-size:11px;line-height:15px;}}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-5-color has-text-color has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"><em>This article may contain affiliate links. This means if you click a link on my website and make a purchase, <em>I earn a commission at no additional cost to you<\/em>. For full information, please see my <\/em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/affiliate-disclosure\/\" target=\"_blank\"><em>disclaimer<\/em><\/a><em>&nbsp;here<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id1408_212f47-39 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id1408_212f47-39 .kb-table-of-contents-title-wrap{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id1408_212f47-39 .kb-table-of-contents-title{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id1408_212f47-39 .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}<\/style>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>Free Walking Tour of Merida<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When visiting a new city, one of the first things we like to do is a walking tour of the city. It&#8217;s a great way to get acquainted with the streets, landmarks, and history of the area. Plus you may learn about the guide&#8217;s favorite place to eat or other hidden gems!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The city of Merida has done an amazing job of creating free cultural events, so it&#8217;s no wonder they created a free walking tour of Merida. No reservation is needed. To sign up, meet at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/M%C3%B3dulo+De+Informac%C3%ADon+Turistica\/@20.9675068,-89.6244332,18z\/data=!4m8!1m2!2m1!1stourism!3m4!1s0x0:0x532b180b8e569603!8m2!3d20.9671299!4d-89.6244301\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Merida Tourism Office<\/a> 15 minutes prior to the tour&#8217;s departure. The office is located at Plaza Grande on the lower level of the Palacio Municipal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Cost:&nbsp;<\/strong>Free (tips appreciated)&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp; Where: <\/strong>Palacio Municipal&nbsp; <strong>When:<\/strong>&nbsp;Everday, 9:30 am (arrive 9:15)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>Pok Ta Pok &#8211; Mayan Ball Game<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"411\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-mexico-mayan-ball-game-700x411.jpg\" alt=\"The Mayan Ball Game makes our list of The Best Things To Do In Merida Mexico. This ancient game was traditionally played at Mayan sites throughout the Mayan World.\" class=\"wp-image-1464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-mexico-mayan-ball-game-700x411.jpg 700w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-mexico-mayan-ball-game-768x451.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-mexico-mayan-ball-game-681x400.jpg 681w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-mexico-mayan-ball-game-585x344.jpg 585w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-mexico-mayan-ball-game.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On Saturday night, the road in front of the Merida Cathedral is blocked to traffic and transformed into a Mayan ball court. Players adorn traditional dress to play Pok Ta Pok, the Mayan ballgame. They are only allowed to use their hips to score and keep the ball in play. It is one of the most fun things to do in Merida, especially if you are traveling with kids. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This version of Pok Ta Pok is full of the traditions of the ancient Maya. Before the game commences the players begin with a ritual of carnal chanting and dance to the bass of drums. The thick smell of woody incense transports you back in time for this ancient game. The players don traditional clothing and put on a rich ceremonial re-enactment of Pok Ta Pok, enduring an hour of intense competition and it is quite entertaining. For best seating plan to arrive 30 minutes before the game begins.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Cost:<\/strong> Free&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Where: <\/strong>Plaza Grande, in front of the Cathedral&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>When: <\/b>Every Saturday, 8:30 pm<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_59dc80-5f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_59dc80-5f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1408_59dc80-5f\"]{text-align:center;font-size:28px;line-height:5px;font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_59dc80-5f mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_59dc80-5f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1408_59dc80-5f\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_59dc80-5f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_59dc80-5f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1408_59dc80-5f\"]{font-size:18px;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_59dc80-5f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_59dc80-5f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1408_59dc80-5f\"]{font-size:14px;line-height:18px;}}<\/style>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/celestun-flamingo-tour\/\" class=\"kb-advanced-heading-link kt-adv-heading-link1408_59dc80-5f\"><p class=\"kt-adv-heading1408_59dc80-5f wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-color has-text-color has-theme-palette-1-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1408_59dc80-5f\">Read Next &#8211; Finding Flamingos in Celestun<\/p><\/a>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>Explore the Markets &#8211; Lucas de Galvez + San Benito<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mexican markets are so much fun, and this mercado is my second favorite market that we have shopped at in Mexico. While technically these are two markets, they are so close to each other it feels like one REALLY big mercado. Do not split up if you don\u2019t have two phones. There are so many little alleys and cut-throughs that it only takes a second to get completely turned around. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This mercado, like others that are set away from the tourist areas near the coast, are more relaxed and local feeling. There are still a lot of people selling their goods, but it\u2019s not the high pressure \u2018come-buy\u2019 that you get along the beaches. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s much more relaxing strolling down the aisles without being bombarded by a sales pitch. You will actually be able to browse and touch the items in this market because they have yet to be taught by their coastal counterparts that sales are produced by being the louder and pushier salesperson. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\"><strong>Where:<\/strong>&nbsp;Calle 56 between Calle 65 and 69&nbsp; &nbsp;<strong>When:<\/strong>&nbsp;Everyday 5:00 am- 9:30 pm<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_642f78-24, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_642f78-24[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1408_642f78-24\"]{font-size:16px;line-height:21px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_642f78-24 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_642f78-24[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1408_642f78-24\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_642f78-24, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_642f78-24[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1408_642f78-24\"]{font-size:14px;line-height:19px;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_642f78-24, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_642f78-24[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1408_642f78-24\"]{font-size:11px;line-height:15px;}}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading1408_642f78-24 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-5-color has-text-color has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1408_642f78-24\"><em>This article may contain affiliate links. This means if you click a link on our blog and make a purchase, <em>we earn a commission at no additional cost to you<\/em>. For full information, see our&nbsp;<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/affiliate-disclosure\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>disclaimer<\/em><\/a><em>&nbsp;here.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <strong>Sunday Morning: Ride Bikes on Paseo de Montejo<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"449\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico44.jpg\" alt=\"Visit the Anthropology Museum in Merida Mexico. Located in a restored mansion on Merida's famous Paseo de Montejo.\" class=\"wp-image-1459\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico44.jpg 449w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico44-374x500.jpg 374w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico44-299x400.jpg 299w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 449px) 100vw, 449px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Paseo de Montejo is the most iconic street in Merida. Modeled after Paris&#8217; Champs de Elysees,<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;its buildings are evidence of the wealth created by henequen industry in the 19th century. Every Sunday the street is closed to traffic and Merida residents enjoy a leisurely walk or bike ride along the picturesque Avenida. Admire the beautiful mansions as you stroll this wide Avenida, or rent a bicycle to experience the Bici-Ruta.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\"><strong>Bici-Ruta:<\/strong> Paseo de Montejo between Calle 47 and 24. Every Sunday 8 am&nbsp;&#8211; 12 pm<\/span><br><br><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\"><strong>Bike Rental:<\/strong> Renta De Bicicletas &#8211; Calle 43 between 54 and 56, one block from Paseo de Montejo. M-F 7 am &#8211; 10 pm<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <strong>Explore the Museums in Merida<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are so many things to do in Merida and visiting a museum (or two) should make your list. The museums in Merida range from archeological to contemporary Mexican artists. Many of the museums in Merida are free, helping add to your ever-growing list of free things to do in Merida. Check out our guide to the <a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/mexico\/museums-merida\/\">7 Museums in Merida Mexico<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-medium wp-image-1450\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"417\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico-4-417x500.jpg\" alt=\"One of many things to do in Merida Mexico is visiting a museum. The museums range from ancient Mayan history to contemporary Mexican artists.\" class=\"wp-image-1450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico-4-417x500.jpg 417w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico-4-333x400.jpg 333w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico-4.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 417px) 100vw, 417px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Governor&#8217;s Palace where you can see oil paintings by local artist Fernando Castro Pacheco.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. <strong>Video Mapping: History and Culture of the Region<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Merida Cathedral is again the bcaackdrop for this fun event. A vivid light show is projected onto the cathedral, depicting the history and culture of the region. Video mapping has become very popular in this area of the Yucatan, with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theyucatantimes.com\/2017\/02\/chichen-itza-light-sound-show-unmissable\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">similar light shows<\/a> in Valladolid and Chichen Itza.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Cost:<\/strong> Free&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Where: <\/strong>Plaza Grande, in front of the Cathedral&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>When: <\/b>Every Wednesday and Friday 8:30-9:30 pm<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_0e804e-53, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_0e804e-53[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1408_0e804e-53\"]{text-align:center;font-size:28px;line-height:32px;font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_0e804e-53 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_0e804e-53[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1408_0e804e-53\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_0e804e-53, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_0e804e-53[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1408_0e804e-53\"]{font-size:18px;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_0e804e-53, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1408_0e804e-53[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1408_0e804e-53\"]{font-size:14px;line-height:18px;}}<\/style>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/things-to-do-valladolid-yucatan\/\" class=\"kb-advanced-heading-link kt-adv-heading-link1408_0e804e-53\"><p class=\"kt-adv-heading1408_0e804e-53 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-color has-text-color has-theme-palette-1-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1408_0e804e-53\">Read Next &#8211; Top Things to do in Valladolid<\/p><\/a>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. <strong>Yucatecan Serenade<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go for the music and the dancing! The Yucatan Serenade has been a tradition in Merida for over 40 years and Parque Santa Lucia is the perfect setting. If you require a seat, arrive early. There are bleachers in front of the stage but they fill up quickly. The park is also surrounded by nice, somewhat expensive restaurants. If your timing is right, you could snag an outdoor table and enjoy a cocktail while watching the performance.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Yucatan Serenade is part of a series of weekly events called Coraz\u00f3n de M\u00e9rida (Heart of Merida). I recommend looking at this <a href=\"https:\/\/yucatanexpatlife.com\/calendar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">calendar of events<\/a>&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for the weekly recurring events and any Merida festivals during your visit. There seems to be a free event scheduled every night in Merida as well as many festivals throughout the year.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Cost:&nbsp;<\/strong>Free&nbsp; &nbsp;<strong>Where<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>:<\/strong>&nbsp;Parque Santa Lucia, Calle 60 and Calle 55&nbsp; &nbsp;<strong>When:<\/strong>&nbsp;Every Thursday, 9 pm<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #00c0ce;\">Like these things to do in Merida? Pin it to save for later!<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1500\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/things-to-do-in-merida-mexico-yucatan-333x500.jpg\" alt=\"The ultimate travel guide for Things To Do in Merida Mexico. Forget the Riviera Maya and discover why this culturally rich city in the Yucatan Peninsula should be on your bucket list of places to travel. #wanderlust #travelguide #bucketlist #mexico #travel #merida\" width=\"450\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/things-to-do-in-merida-mexico-yucatan-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/things-to-do-in-merida-mexico-yucatan-267x400.jpg 267w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/things-to-do-in-merida-mexico-yucatan-585x878.jpg 585w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/things-to-do-in-merida-mexico-yucatan.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. <strong>Visit the General Cemetery in Merida<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For some, the cemetery may seem like an unusual addition to our list of things to do in Merida. For others, it may offer a place for reflection. We visited the General Cemetery in Merida twice during our month-long stay. The first time was for the weekly Cemetery Night Tour, which was all in Spanish. Our second cemetery visit was also at night for the Paseo de Animales, Merida&#8217;s Day of the Dead parade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Established in the early 19th-century, the General Cemetery was the only Merida cemetery for many years and is quite large. The mausoleums remind me of the cemeteries in New Orleans. However,&nbsp;if you look a little closer you&#8217;ll notice how customized each one is. The ornate mausoleums replicate the houses of the deceased to make the transition from life to death easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Cost:&nbsp;<\/strong>Free&nbsp; &nbsp;<strong>Where:&nbsp;<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calle 81-A and Calle 70&nbsp; &nbsp;<strong>When: <\/strong><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everyday 8 am &#8211; 5 pm, Night Tour Wednesdays 8 pm<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. <strong>Stroll Avenida Colon and Slow Food Farmers&#8217; Market<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"799\" height=\"497\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-mexico-yucatan-1.jpg\" alt=\"The Best Things To Do In Merida Mexico. Plus check out our list of The Best Day Trips from Merida Mexico. All you need to explore the Yucatan Peninsula.\" class=\"wp-image-1448\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-mexico-yucatan-1.jpg 799w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-mexico-yucatan-1-700x435.jpg 700w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-mexico-yucatan-1-768x478.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-mexico-yucatan-1-643x400.jpg 643w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-mexico-yucatan-1-585x364.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During our trip to Merida, we stayed at an Airbnb in the Garc\u00eda Giner\u00e9s neighborhood, located Northwest of Centro Merida. After reading about the nearby Slow Food Farmers\u2019 Market on Saturdays, we decided to check it out. We usually avoid the major streets, but somehow ended up on Avenida Colon, a two-lane one-way thoroughfare in Merida. I was so glad we did!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several beautiful homes along Avenida Colon between Calles 12 and 6. Many of which are in the perfect state of disrepair. A warning: Many visitors have been known to fall in love, restore one of these mini-mansions in Merida and never leave!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-1454 size-full\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"595\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico-9.jpg\" alt=\"This restaurant at the Slow Food Farmers' Market makes our list of Things To Do In Merida. Go for Saturday breakfast and shop the market after.\" class=\"wp-image-1454\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico-9.jpg 595w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico-9-496x500.jpg 496w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico-9-397x400.jpg 397w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico-9-585x590.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 595px) 100vw, 595px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This restaurant at the Slow Food Farmers&#8217; Market makes our list of Things To Do In Merida. Go for Saturday breakfast and shop the market after. JT&#8217;s Menudo soup and Julien&#8217;s favorite, chorizo sopes.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After admiring and photographing these houses from the sidewalk, we continued to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Slow-Food-Yucatan-368398226531989\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Slow Food Market<\/a>. For us Cozumel expats, this market was heaven. Fresh lettuces, cheeses, raw milk, kombucha, and lamb! Yes, our first lamb sighting in Mexico, farmed by an expat an hour outside of Merida. There are also a few shops and places to eat, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/Los-Platos-Rotos\/430198413672502\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Los Platos Rotos (The Broken Dishes)<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Where:&nbsp;<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Avenida Colon and Calle 72&nbsp; &nbsp;<strong>When:<\/strong> Saturday, 9 am &#8211; 1 pm<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. <strong>Cantina Tour of Merida<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of our favorite things to do in Merida is to spend an afternoon sipping on cold cervezas in a Mexican cantina. A traditional Mexican cantina is a small, no-frills bar that serves FREE botanas (or snacks) with each round of drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Typical cantina food consists of cucumber, jicama, orange with tajin, stewed pork, ceviche, beets, and squash but it can be anything the kitchen cooks up that day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;ve created a self-guided cantina tour of Merida below. Or if you&#8217;re up for meeting new friends, you can\u00a0<a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Merida Cantinas\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/merida-cantinas\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">join this tour\u00a0to go cantina hopping<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our Cantina Tour of Merida includes two options. If you get started early enough you can combine the two cantina tours for a full day of debauchery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\">If you love cantinas as much as I do, you&#8217;ll also want to read <a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/mexican-cantina-guide-cozumel\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1699\">my guide to Cozumel cantinas<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #00c0ce;\">Merida Cantina Tour 1<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>El Lucero del Alba<\/strong> &#8211; Calle 47 and 56&nbsp; &gt;&gt;&gt;&nbsp; <strong>Cantina Pico de Orizaba<\/strong> &#8211; Calle 54 and 43&nbsp; &gt;&gt;&gt;&nbsp; <strong>El Gallito Cantina<\/strong> Calle 45 between Calle 60 and 62&nbsp; &gt;&gt;&gt;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Bar El Estado Seco<\/strong> &#8211; Calle 66 and 47<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #00c0ce;\">Merida Cantina Tour 2<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>El Porvenir<\/strong> &#8211; Calle 52 and Calle 53&nbsp; &gt;&gt;&gt;&nbsp; <strong>La Sabrosa<\/strong> &#8211; Calle 54 and Calle 53&nbsp; &gt;&gt;&gt;&nbsp; <strong>El Grillon Cantina<\/strong>&nbsp;&#8211; Calle 56 and Calle 57&nbsp; &gt;&gt;&gt;&nbsp; <strong>Bar Latino<\/strong> &#8211; Calle 59 between Calle 52 and 54<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\"><strong>Love Cantinas?<\/strong> You&#8217;ll want to <a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/mexico-city-cantinas\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"69594\">read my guide to traditional cantinas in Mexico City<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. <strong>Shop for Antiques in Merida<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1427\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico27.jpg\" alt=\"Hunting for treasures at our favorite antique stores in Merida. This antique chandeliers would look great in any historic home.\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico27.jpg 800w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico27-667x500.jpg 667w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico27-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico27-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico27-760x570.jpg 760w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico27-533x400.jpg 533w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico27-585x439.jpg 585w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico27-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of my favorite things to do in Merida is to&nbsp;shop for antiques, even if we\u2019re only window shopping. Merida and the surrounding Yucatan Peninsula is dotted with haciendas that emerged during the 19th-century henequen boom. After the henequen industry collapsed in the mid-20th century, many of the haciendas were abandoned and went into disrepair. However, many of the haciendas in the Yucatan have recently been restored as hotels and restaurants. And as the demand for architectural antiques in the area increases, so has the supply. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several places to shop for antiques in Centro Merida, but if you have a car I recommend visiting some of the antique shops outside of downtown Merida. Finding some of these Merida antique stores can be a fun hunt on its own! Read <a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/antique-stores-merida-mexico\" rel=\"noopener\">our guide to antique stores in Merida<\/a> to discover your own Yucatan treasures.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. <strong>Buy a Guayabera in Merida<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A guayabera (pronounced \u2018why-ah-bear-ah\u2019) is a traditional men&#8217;s shirt worn in Mexico, and Merida is the place to buy a guayabera in the Yucatan. Merida is the major manufacturer of this stylish garment, having added their own flair to this already versatile shirt.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shopping for a guayabera in Merida, you will find yourself having so much fun bouncing from specialty shops, to boutiques, to manufacturers. There is a color and style to match everyone&#8217;s needs for any occasion. Shop around and you will find the perfect guayabera for you.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. <strong>Have Lunch or Dinner at a Hacienda near Merida<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A nice lunch or romantic dinner at a hacienda could technically be a day trip from Merida, or you can just as easily make it a few hours outing. Many of the haciendas near Merida have been restored into boutique hotels but you don\u2019t have to be a guest at the hotel to enjoy the hacienda grounds or its culinary delights. Still, it\u2019s best to call ahead for a reservation to confirm the dining room isn\u2019t closed for a private event. Most haciendas have an English version of their website.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. <strong>Visit the Yucatan Polo Club<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"686\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico8-e1527957379354.jpg\" alt=\"The Yucatan Polo Club makes our list of The Best Things To Do In Merida Mexico. Rub elbows with Merida elite during one of their casual scrimmage matches.\" class=\"wp-image-1458\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico8-e1527957379354.jpg 686w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/things-to-do-in-merida-yucatan-mexico8-e1527957379354-585x307.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 686px) 100vw, 686px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Yucatan Polo Club is a friendly group that gathers on Saturday evenings and Sunday mornings to scrimmage one another. We had never been to a polo match, so it was new and a lot of fun. This is a family-friendly event that offers a small cash bar, or you can BYOB. It is a little out of the way,&nbsp;so a vehicle is needed to attend.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. <strong>The Merida English Library<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While going to the library may not initially make your list of things to do in Merida, most intriguing are the lectures, wine tastings, and other events held from October-March when the snowbirds are in Merida. And keep an eye out for the occasional Merida house and garden tour in late winter by visiting the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.meridaenglishlibrary.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Merida English Library website<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Merida is a cosmopolitan city of traditional meets new. And while there are plenty of things to do in Merida, it also makes for a great base to explore the Yucatan Peninsula. As Merida becomes a bigger travel destination, more and more affordable direct flights are being added. If you don&#8217;t find any from your departure city, check out flights to Cancun. From the Cancun airport, Merida is a 3-4 hour bus ride with ADO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And check out <a href=\"https:\/\/cboardinggroup.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">C Boarding Group<\/a> for awesome <a href=\"https:\/\/cboardinggroup.com\/airport-travel-tips-7-ways-to-optimize-your-airport-experience\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Airport Travel Tips.<\/a> There are 7 super simple tips you should use to ensure the best travel experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Get to Merida Mexico<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I would say most people travel to Merida from Cancun, and more specifically directly from the airport. It&#8217;s how I traveled to Merida the first time I visited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news is, there is a bus you can take directly from the Cancun airport to Merida as well as from Cancun centro. You can <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Cancun to Merida Bookaway\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/cancun-to-merida-bookaway\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\"><strong>book tickets here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re traveling to Merida from other areas in the Yucatan you can <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Bus to Merida Bookaway\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/bus-to-merida-bookaway\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">search and book tickets here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #00c0ce;\">Enjoy our travel guide for things to do in Merida? 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