Things to Do in Mérida

Explore the ancient site of Chichen Itzá and learn about this enigmatic Mayan city on a day trip from Mérida. Swim in a local 'cenote' to refresh yourself and enjoy a delicious Mexican buffet lunch.

Make your Reservation through our Website and get a DISCOUNT for MEXICAN and Residents. Visit: https://mikeandduckexperiences.com This experience is a walking tour, in the most emblematic buildings of Merida´s Heart, during the tour you will feel that you return to the past by learning more about the history of the city and the buildings that are visited during the Tour. Besides talking about these important places, we will also talk about cenotes, the importance and creation, Mayan Aluxes, Equinox and much more! I will share personal stories and some urban stories. * If you can't see availability for a date or time, feel free to contact me. * Morning and evening tour only for ENGLISH language. * If you are interested to booking this experience in SPANISH language, please contact me to arrange a specific date or time. (MEXICAN AND RESIDENTS GET SPECIAL DISCOUNT holding an oficial and Current ID). * Morning and evening tour includes: 01 bag with Mexican Candies, 01 bottle water, postal picture of Merida.

Explore the Uxmal ruins with a certified guide. Savor the flavors of the Yucatán with a traditional meal. Dive and swim in an open cenote. Swim in a cave cenote and explore its underground caverns.

Sail through the mangroves of the Celestun Estuary, watch flamingos in their natural habitat, and enjoy the sounds they make while feeding and flying low over the water. Discover other endemic bird species, visit a freshwater spring hidden among the mangroves, ending your day savoring coastal cuisine as you relax on the beautiful beach. -Private Boat tour to the Ría Celestún Biosphere Reserve -Ride through the mangroves accompanied by a certified guide -Witness the pink spectacle: Hundreds of flamingos in their natural habitat (the number of flamingos may vary depending on season and weather) -Sail through a mangrove tunnel that looks like it came straight out of a movie ⁠-Discover a hidden freshwater spring in the middle of the mangroves -Savor de freshest food from the Yucatecan coast right by the ocean -The perfect tour for nature and photography lovers -Relax on the beach and swim in the waters of the Emerald Coast (flexible timing) -An ideal escape that blends sea and nature

Our tour combines 3 representative destinations of the Mayan Culture: Relive the history of the Mayan people in 3 facets. Uxmal, El cenote Carlota & Cenote Azul, Hacienda Mucuyche

Our departure from the meeting point will be 7 am, and our arrival to the archaeological site will be just when is recently open. Discover the history of Uxmal, the most important mayan city located in the only hilly area of the Yucatan Peninsula known in the mayan language as Puuc region, and whose main god was Chaac the god of the rain. The Puuc style stands out among other styles due to the unique and complicated carvings located in the upper parts of the mayan buildings. Walk and explore the temples with a professional licensed tourguide who will unveil the secrets of their success. In the cenote you will enjoy the crystal clear freshwater located in the mayan jungle, and manged by a small mayan community. Cenotes are unique ecosystems of the Yucatan Peninsula Finally we will enjoy the home made flavors of a delicious meal visiting a family with mayan heritage, they will prepare the meals upon our arrival at their home with fresh ingredients back to Merida between 2 and 3 pm

Discover Chichén Itzá, one of the seven wonders of the modern world Enjoy Cenote Ik Kil, the most iconic cenote in the world Explore Izamal, a magical town and colonial treasure in Yucatán

We will start your tour early to avoid the crowds and the heat. In Uxmal, we will have a guided tour with one official guide, where you will learn more about the culture and architecture of this amazing city. Please note that the guided tour will only take place when the group consists of five or more people. Afterward, we will head to a nearby village for a typical lunch from the region. Following the meal, we will drive to a rural community where we will visit two of the most impressive cenotes in Yucatán. Here, you will have time to swim and marvel at these geological wonders.

Discover Mérida with a choice of 2 sightseeing tours by panoramic double-decker bus. Enjoy unparalleled views from the top deck and see all the key sights as you uncover all the city has to offer.

In this excursion you will enjoy a journey through time discovering the wonders of a spectacular ancient Mayan city of Uxmal, discover this World Patrimony of Humanity in a private guided tour at your own pace. The ruins of Uxmal is a must do for Yucatan visitors. We will continue our tour having a visit to know one of the most exquisite, delicious and prestigious beverage: "the chocolate" considerate as a Mayan gift. Experience a legendary tradition in a place where you will be the protagonist of an amazing travel among botanic gardens and cocoa trees, you will travel back in time to an era of splendor in a Maya town learning how cacao is transformed into chocolate.

Taste your way through Mérida on a 3-hour food tour. Explore the downtown areas of the city and savor authentic Mexican specialities.

You will travel the Pucc Route with certified guides and specialized in Mayan culture, they will be all the way with you and will talk about very interesting details of these little visited places; The Puuc style is considered one of the most beautiful and refined decotative arts and you will be able to observe deities, geometric figures, different animals, plants and greeks of the Mayan worldview, at the end of our tour we will go to eat authentic Yucatecan homemade food and if you are vegan we also have options for you.

Discover Yucatan's charm from Merida. Enjoy Motul breakfast, explore Hacienda San Eduardo, visit Xcambo ruins, Xtampu, and unwind in Progreso. A journey rich in culture and history awaits!

Exclusive Guest Experience: As part of these tours, our guests will enjoy door to door air conditioned transportation, discounts, in store education or demonstrations, sampling of honey, mezcal, chocolate etc, and authentic Mexican snacks and refreshments/alcohol. Curated by an interior decorator and professional buyer, this tour is intended to be a fun, educational and a hassle free introduction to the some of the best but often missed shops in Merida. Rain or shine, we take care of all the details, allowing you to simply enjoy this unique and enhanced shopping experience.

Discover Yucatan's nature and history on this guided tour departing from Merida. Explore the ancient Mayan cities of Uxmal and Kabah, and learn about their heritage in the company of an expert.

Enjoy a private tour to visit The Chocolate Museum Choco Story Uxmal which has an interactive approach where you will be the protagonists of the route. Then you will visit the archaeological site of Uxmal, considered one of the most powerful and beautiful cities of the Mayan culture.

Discover Yucatan's nature and history on this tour with round-trip transport and lunch. Visit the ancient city of Uxmal and explore Cocoa´s ancient roots and global significance.

We will start this adventure picking you up at your stay at your convenience. However we will always recommend a earlier start to beat the crowds at Chichen itza, our vehicles have reclinable seats for a maximum comfort. In Chichen itza our profesional tour guide will explain the history of the city since the times when the first inhabitants settled, the prime and dominance of Chichen itza, untill the declining of the city. Our next stop will be the cenote Ik kil, a cenote that stands out for its impressive beauty among many others in the area. Lunch will be in the restaurant of the cenote.

Explore the history of Hacienda Sotuta de Peón, discover the beauty of the agave fields, learn about the henequen industry, enjoy a swim in cenote Dzul Ha & taste Yucatecan food at Restaurante KIH.

Sofia will pick you up from your Merida hotel and drive you to Chuburná Market for your private market tour. Discover the regional produce on offer and pick up a few ingredients for your authentic in-home cooking lesson. Join Sofia in her kitchen for a hands-on cooking lesson of Yucatecan and Mayan delicacies. You will learn to prepare traditional recipes from scratch - dishes such as sikil pak (roasted tomato and pumpkin seed salsa), sopa de lima (chicken soup), empanadas de chaya, and pollo o cochinita pibil (perhaps the Yucatan’s most famous dish of slow-cooked chicken or pork which has been marinated in an achiote and sour orange marinade, wrapped in banana leaves) - so be ready to get your hands dirty! You will learn to cook a traditional meal as well as a fiery habanero salsa. After cooking, enjoy the delicious meal you helped prepare with Sofia.  Please note that families in Mexico can be very social so you may be joined by members of Sofia's family who stop by on occasion.

Explore Tulum's Mayan pyramid, temples, and relaxing beaches on a van trip from the Riviera Maya. Take a refreshing dip in the turquoise waters of the Mariposa cenote and visit the cenote of Chen-Ha.

This is a tour that combines a visit to the ancient city of Ek Balam and the charm to visit the beautiful colonial city of Valladolid in Yucatan. We will also visit a amazing cenote where you enjoy a delicious lunch with traditional Yucatan dishes. Enjoy at your own pace and without itineraries of the Mayan culture and Yucatan.

Embark on a full-day tour from Merida to discover the highlights of the Yucatan. Visit Chichen Itza, swim in a cenote off the beaten path, taste the best home made food, and explore the town of Izamal

Discover Yucatan's magic with a local Yucatanean Chef. Experience an authentic unique visit to Merida's best food places you won't find without an expert local.

Live a wonderful experience and get to know the great diversity of local flora and fauna in one of the biggest tourist paradises in the state of Yucatan. Enjoy a nice afternoon at the beach.

Born in Mérida, Sofia delights in preparing local Yucatecan and Mayan dishes that showcase the cultural heritage of the Yucatán Peninsula. An accomplished home-cook, Sofia learned to cook from her mother and grandmother. She loves having guests in her home and gets great pleasure by sharing her Yucatecan culture through food and a pleasant conversation. - Discover Merida with our excursions from the port to a local home, for a private Yucatecan cooking class - Roll up your sleeves and help prepare a Mexican meal in a local's home - Enjoy a home cooked Yucatecan meal served with local beer and dessert - Experience a taste of true Mexican cuisine and dive into the country's wonderful culture with this welcoming local! - Vegetarian options available, on request - Port transfers are included in your Merida Shore Excursion

Walk the local market and learn to cook 5 Yucatan dishes, garnishes and the story behind each plate from a local mom! Get the recipe book of your activity & share it at home with your favorite people!

Discover two important Mayan cities along the Puuc Route, Kabah and Uxmal, renowned for showcasing the finest examples of Mayan architecture "Puuc". Learn the ancient art of painting codices on clay pottery, just as Mayan people once did, and uncover the meaning behind their symbols and stories. - Private tour through the Puuc Route: living history, art, and flavor in one day - Explore Kabah and its majestic Codz Pop temple, covered with masks of the god Chaac - Walk among the perfect temples of Uxmal, a jewel of Mayan art and UNESCO World Heritage Site - Explore the best of the Puuc Route accompanied by an expert guide in its history - Enjoy a Yucatecan lunch with underground-cooked cochinita pibil - Learn the details of Mayan writing in an artisan workshop: paint codices, decorate vessels, and decipher hieroglyphs

Recreate the fantastic history of Hacienda Mucuyche through guided tours in which you will relive the history of one of the haciendas during the henequen era, and you will also swim in two cenotes

Chichen Itza is the most important capital of the Maya world. We will visit the Castle or the Pyramid of Kukulcán where many secrets will be revealed, in 2007 it became one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. We will also also explore, the largest Ball court area in Mesoamerica, and the astronomical Observatory, where the ancient Maya made astronomical calculations with unbelievable accuracy. A visit to the yellow city of Izamal, a great cenote for swimming and cool of and a great Mexican food buffet will make this tour amazing.

Embark on an unforgettable adventure from Mérida to Isla de los Columpios and Progreso. Discover pristine beaches, relax over turquoise waters, and admire stunning coastal landscapes.

Discover Mérida from a different perspective on a self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt of the city. Solve riddles and clues that lead to the next location, showing all the city highlights. Solve interesting puzzles, have fun and learn new things about the city. Explore the city and find hidden gems at your own pace Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt. Enjoy the tour in English or Spanish

Experience a tour to the four cenotes: Cascabel, Chacsinkín Xooch', and Pool Cocom

WE WILL PICK YOU UP AT THE MERIDA AIRPORT WITH A SIGN WITH YOUR NAME. THE DRIVER WILL BE WEARING A BLUE SHIRT, IN FRONT OF THE SANTANDER BANK. THE MAXIMUM CAPACITY FOR THIS RESERVATION IS 3 PEOPLE. FOR THE RETURN WE WILL CONTACT YOU 24 HOURS BEFORE TO SCHEDULE YOUR DEPARTURE. THE DRIVER WILL SEE YOU INSIDE THE LOBBY OF YOUR HOTEL.

Disover Yucatecan culinary secrets. Explore Mérida’s streets through authentic flavors, delight yourself by tasting local dishes at the main market, a seafood spot, and a gelato shop.

With this convenient and affordable service, you won't have to worry about scheduling a taxi or trying to navigate on your own. Our comfortable shuttle will take you from the airport or hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle that knows the best route to the airport and back. This saves you time, money, and hassle. - Affordable pricing at all our service areas - Continuous departures - Hassle-free shuttle transportation - Comfortable and air-conditioned vehicles

Explore the striking natural wonders of Tulum and embark on an unforgettable trip through the mesmerizing landscapes of Akumal. Seize the chance to swim in a cenote and alongside sea turtles.

Explore the Uxmal archaeological site accompanied by an expert guide in its history, admire its temples, and uncover the meaning behind each architectural detail. Discover an ancient henequen hacienda restored from the ruins and refresh yourself in its two magnificent cenotes. - Private transportation from Mérida - Explore the imposing Mayan city of Uxmal with a certified expert guide - Discover temples, pyramids, and Puuc architecture full of mysticism - Dive into the history of the “Green Gold” in a henequen hacienda with a local guide - Swim in the magical Carlota and Azul cenotes, connected by a water canal surrounded by vegetation - Enjoy a regional meal at the hacienda’s restaurant, surrounded by nature and history

Visit Ria Celestún Biosphere Reserve on a tour from Mérida and see the resident pink flamingos. Go swimming, look for native and migratory birds, and ride a boat through a mangrove forest.

Experience Yucatán on this tour that combines gastronomy, history, and nature. Visit two magical towns, try typical Yucatecan dishes, and enjoy an afternoon of swimming in cenotes. The tour offers you an authentic and unique experience of Yucatecan culture. The tour includes a certified bilingual guide (Spanish or English), air-conditioned transportation from Mérida, breakfast, a typical lunch, and admission to the cenote. Ideal for families and tourists looking for a complete adventure.

Get ready to discover the majesty of Uxmal, explore the secrets of chocolate in a unique museum, and immerse yourself in the tranquility of a cenote in the heart of the Yucatecan jungle.

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Visit Mérida’s market to taste local breakfast and buy ingredients. Then join a hands-on class in a local home to cook and enjoy a traditional 3-course Yucatecan meal.

A tour to an authentic Mexican brewery and beer tasting fresh from our machinery. Meet the brewers, learn how we make our beer, and taste our incredible beers.

Walk through the most traditional markets in my city and delight in the food and sweets typical of Yucatan. Experience Yucatecan cuisine with an expert local chef.

The price improves the more travelers there are. By selecting us, you will have a pleasant and flexible travel experience, there will be no time pressures so you can enjoy these attractions. Chichen Itzá is one of the 7 wonders of the world, so you will have free time to explore the area. Afterwards we will go swimming in the crystal clear waters of the cenotes, sacred places for the ancient Mayans. We will end the trip in the magical town of Izamal or Valladolid. All people are welcome. We will travel in a modern van with comfortable and reclining seats with maximum capacity for the 6 adventurers, they will have air conditioning for everyone, USB charging ports for cell phones or cameras, a cooler and drinks in the van

Enjoy a private transfer from the airport to your hotel or from your hotel to the airport.

It is one of the best ways to get to know the beautiful city of Mérida, accompanied by a local Mayan guide and journalist from the city. Mérida is an authentic city with Mayan stone prints from the ancient city of Thó (FIVE) Let's discover this city together, don't forget to dream and find yourself with this peace and tranquility of Merida. Remember that Mérida is classified as the safest city in the country and as the cultural capital of America

Seize the opportunity to celebrate the Day of the Dead all year around! Be part of the Mayan community for one day as you take part in this long-standing festivity.

• Visit four fascinating and off-the-beaten-path cenotes in rural communities. • Enjoy an authentic and traditional Yucatecan lunch. • Explore the caves and mineral formations of these ancient caves and caverns. • Experience local life in these Mayan communities.