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- Spanish
Enjoy this pleasant private tour through the most emblematic places of Merida: its avenues, neighborhoods, markets, churches, and buildings that have had and continue having significant importance to the Yucatecan people. While learning about the city’s history, we will make gastronomic stops to taste local and traditional dishes and beverages that you can only enjoy in Yucatán.
- Discover Mérida like a local in a private tour full of history and flavor
Stroll through alleys, markets, mansions, and churches with stories that come to life, accompanied by your expert local certified guide and perfect host
- Taste a variety of local snacks at traditional food stops full of local flavor.
- Taste regional distilled drink.
- An authentic experience in Mérida, where history, legends, flavors, and culture come alive with every step through the Yucatecan capital.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will meet travelers at the hotel lobby. If you are staying at AirBnb or private accommodation please let us know once booked.
Itinerary
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1
We will arrive to a traditional Mexican market where you will visit the most popular and famous spot in the market “Taqueria La Lupita” where Don Pedro and Doña Lupita, the owners, will serve you a Cochinita Pibil taco and other antojitos Yucatecos (snacks), like turkey salbut or panucho. If you are Vegan, let your guide know before arriving at the market, so he will take care of your dietary special requests.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
We will continue walking around Santiago's neighborhood and visiting to learn about the history of one of the first European explorers who arrived in Yucatán at the end of the 19th century and stayed there. We will also take the opportunity to visit the small cafe located in the house and enjoy a delicious Mexican artisanal chocolate.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
We will drive to Plaza Grande, while enjoying a panoramic view of La Mejorada and La Ermita neighborhoods and learning about its history. At arrival we will do a walking guided tour visiting the San Ildefonso Cathedral, the Casa de Montejo and the murals at Government Palace.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Walking guided tour along ¨Calle 60¨ learning about the history of the most emblematic buildings located along this street to arrive to the Santa Lucia Park where your driver will be waiting for you.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
We will taste the traditional local sorbet at the most famous “sorbetería” in Mérida.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Panoramic guided visit along the Paseo de Montejo’s avenue. During this part of the tour, you will learn about the history of the French-style colonial mansions located along this avenue. We will make a stop at the “Monumento a la Patria” to take a closer look at the details printed by the artist Romulo Roso and capture one of the city's most iconic photos.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
We will end this tour in a traditional cantina of Merida where you will taste a local beer and Mexican distillated drink.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If wheelchair service is required, it must be requested at the time of booking (extra cost applies)
- Children’s Policy: Children under 12 are welcome. Children aged 12 or older pay as adults. Children under 5 must use a stroller.
- Flexible Itinerary
- No mandatory stops at souvenir shops
- Pet Friendly
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years old
- Food Allergies or Dietary Needs: If you have any allergies or food restrictions please let us know at the booking
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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