Walking Tour in the City of Mérida

4.7
(11 reviews)

1 hour 45 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

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

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The Santa Lucía park is located on 60 x 55 downtown street. In this park are the famous lovers' chairs (giants). You will identify me because I am holding a pink umbrella and a pink cap.

End point

We ended up in St. Lucia Park

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    In this park, serenades are celebrated with the musical genre of Yucatecan trova, restaurants and chocolates are offered. The third oldest park in Mérida.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    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.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    A jewel of European architecture. Its important opera-style hall makes it one of the best theaters in Mexico.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Imposing building with its characteristic limestone and its past as a Mayan pyramid.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    The most stylish park. Highlights include emblematic hotels, vegetation of the Yucatan fauna and its surrounding theaters and cinemas.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Cathedral de Merida

    A jewel of classical Renaissance, being the first cathedral on the American continent in its entirety.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Emblematic place to enjoy the murals of the local artist, Fernando Castro Pacheco. The most ideal place to enjoy Mayan and Yucatan history.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    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.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9

    This building contains the purest expression of Spanish Plataresco architecture. It is the only building on the American continent with this style.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by free walking tour, taco tour, market tour, kitchen tour and private walking tour

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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