Top Things to do in Yucatan
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The 10 Best Free Things to do in Yucatan, Yucatan
Discover the best top things to do in Yucatan, Yucatan Peninsula including Nahualli Casa de los Artistas, Plaza Grande, Museo Casa Montejo, Paseo de Montejo, Cathedral de Merida, El Palacio de Gobierno, Convento de San Antonio de Padua, Merida Tourism Office, Museo de Arte Popular, Playa El Cuyo.
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1. Nahualli Casa de los Artistas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 138 reviews
In the heart of Merida's Historic Center, Casa Estudio was born and continues to grow. It has evolved into a place where contemporary visual art and the solemn elegance of colonial architecture converge, creating an environment at once original and distinguished for its extensive collection of beautiful and masterfully done paintings, sculpture. drawings and prints.
Reviewed By marytA5839NE
There was some very interesting sculpture and visual art at this gallery. It is close to Santa Ana park and I would recommend a visit if you are in the area.
2. Plaza Grande
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4.5 based on 1,478 reviews
Also known as Plaza de Armas, this city square contains some of the most historically significant and aesthetically pleasing buildings in Merida.
Reviewed By JimP988 - Los Angeles, United States
In Merida's typical hot weather, it is relaxing to get a shoe shine and watch the crowds. You will have people try to sell you handicrafts, but that could be fun, too. On Sundays, the entire plaza is full of food and drink stalls and vendors of artesanias.
3. Museo Casa Montejo
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4.5 based on 697 reviews
Facing the main square in Merida, this extraordinary building dates back to 1549 and is built with intricate artistry in the Spanish Plateresque style.
Reviewed By JimP988 - Los Angeles, United States
Run by Banamex, this museum has several rooms of furniture from the Montejo family that conquered Yucatan, as well as several exhibit rooms. When I was there, I saw an excellent exhibit of Mexican folk art.
4. Paseo de Montejo
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4.5 based on 3,418 reviews
This wide avenue, modeled after Paris' Champs Elysees, is lined with the mansions of Merida's old aristocracy.
Reviewed By laBostoniana - Boston, United States
Historic Merida has narrow sidewalks and the main street, Calle 60, is not a pleasant walk because busses and trucks practically brush up against you as they dominate the road and you must walk single file. A bit north of historic district Paseo de Montejo has wide sidewalks, interesting old mansions, and actually allows for pleasant ambling.
5. Cathedral de Merida
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4.5 based on 2,053 reviews
Reviewed By dvasconcellos - Montreal, Canada
Right in the main plaza, you'll find this beautiful cathedral, which is claimed to be the 1st built in the Americas. Magnificent inside. I walked in when there was a mass happening - a great experience too. Sometimes, they have a light show that fills the square with people.
6. El Palacio de Gobierno
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 956 reviews
Reviewed By vickyfisher - Poole, United Kingdom
This beautiful building stands on the Central Park of ol Mérida overlooking the Catheral & square .Entrance is free & inside the walls are hung with beautiful old large paintings depicting the history of the city
7. Convento de San Antonio de Padua
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4.5 based on 815 reviews
Reviewed By Ali921 - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
It dominates the town. Nice to walk around the buildings although there is not a great deal to see. It's more famous for the visit by Pope John Paul II when he "crowned" the statue of the Virgin. It's next to the main plaza. We enjoyed it because it was not overcrowded by other tourists.
8. Merida Tourism Office
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4.5 based on 241 reviews
Reviewed By kidfreeweek
No matter how much research you’ve done leading up to your trip make sure you stop in here your first day. Great English, useful advice, tips and information. Located right in the heart of Centro. Can’t thank the good people that work here enough for the service they provide,
9. Museo de Arte Popular
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 171 reviews
Reviewed By 55plustraveler2010 - Minneapolis, United States
No admission charge. The museum was relatively quiet and I could wander about taking my time enjoying the contemporary art. Beautiful textiles.
