What to do and see in Mexico, Mexico: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day

January 20, 2022 Malia Yoakum

With 26 UNESCO-declared world heritage sites, charming colonial towns and dozens of thrilling cities, there's plenty to explore in this country of 109 million. Outside the cities, stunning Pacific beaches, stark deserts, mangrove swamps and swimming holes provide all you need for a relaxing, romantic or adventurous vacation. Captivating, cosmopolitan and chaotic Mexico City and the 32 states offer an incredible abundance of experiences, from laid-back and leisurely to upbeat to adrenalin-charging.
Restaurants in Mexico

1. Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel

Calle Principal S/N Zona Centro, San Miguel de Allende 37725 Mexico +52 415 152 0544
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5.0 based on 3,227 reviews

Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel

Built in 1683, this pastel pink church is the city's most recognizable landmark.

Reviewed By Retired_teacher_56 - Dwight, Canada

The centerpiece and focal point and one of the best things to do in San Miguel Allende is the unmissable church. La Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel or the Church of St. Michael the Archangel is as impressive as it is massive. This is arguably the most photogenic spot in the city inside and out. Enjoy the view from the well-manicured garden in the plaza directly in front of the church that looks almost like an ornate pinkish orange cake! On Sundays, the plaza out front is filled with families and their children enjoying the park. The Luna Rooftop Tapas Bar in the Rosewood Hotel is a great place to have a cocktail enjoying both the sunset and this amazing church

2. Museo Nacional de Antropologia

Av. Paseo de la Reforma s/n, Bosque de Chapultepec I Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico City 11560 Mexico 52 55 5553 6266 https://www.mna.inah.gob.mx/
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5.0 based on 19,688 reviews

Museo Nacional de Antropologia

Considered one of the world's most comprehensive natural history museums, this famous institution houses four square kilometers of exhibits in 23 exhibition halls.

Reviewed By LauraGrabs4 - Hamburg, Germany

Huge museum, amazing exhibition halls, everything sehr explain, a wonderful way to get to know about the beginnings of Mexico's history and all about the prehispánico cultures, great guides, beautiful spaces, a shame the moctezuma´s headress is a copy, the original is in Vienna. Must visit!

3. Santuario de Guadalupe y Exconvento de San Diego

Tata Vasco 200, Morelia 58000 Mexico +52 443 312 0981 http://michoacan.travel/es/lugares/santuario-de-guadalupe-y-exconvento-de-san-diego.html
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5.0 based on 593 reviews

Santuario de Guadalupe y Exconvento de San Diego

Reviewed By riskyone - Austin, United States

Such a beautiful place both inside and out. Truly the focal point of the historic district. Please be respectful especially if something is happening inside.

4. Casa de los Venados

Calle 40 Local 204, Valladolid 97780 Mexico +52 985 856 2289 http://www.casadelosvenados.com
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5.0 based on 1,054 reviews

Casa de los Venados

Reviewed By lgmountford - Calgary, Canada

Instead of group tours, they are conducting private tours with your own group of cohorts. What a fascinating and fabulous place to visit and to make a donation to a very worthy cause. The owners have opened their private home and private collection of Mexican art to anybody who wants to visit and only ask for a modest donation that goes towards local charities. It is impossible to absorb everything and only one visit as there is so much of interest to look at. A big shout out to the owners for their vision and generosity.

5. Templo de San Antonio

Av. Rivero y Gutierrez esquina Zaragoza. Centro, Aguascalientes 20000 Mexico +52 449 915 2898 http://Aguascalientes.com
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5.0 based on 343 reviews

Templo de San Antonio

6. Templo Expiatorio del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus

12901 N. I-35 Service Rd. Northbound Plaza Expiatorio, Leon 37000 Mexico +52 477 714 2096 http://www.visitmexico.com/guanajuato/leon
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5.0 based on 967 reviews

Templo Expiatorio del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus

Reviewed By MarkC101 - Leon, Mexico

Awesome local feel. Visit the catacombs at the local sagrada ... starts after siesta (5pm) SaleRosa was our top restaurant! Simply awesome. Ask for Cesar - speaks English from Cardiff

7. Cenotes Sac Actun

Carretera Federal 307, Tulum 77760 Mexico +52 998 734 9728 [email protected] http://www.cenotessacactun.com
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Cenotes Sac Actun

Underground water paradise in the Riviera Maya, this visit will certainly be a unique experience like no other, mystical and extreme, you can snorkel or dive in the cavern full of formations.

Reviewed By StefR - Brooklyn, United States

After reading about so many cenotes, I was a bit overwhelmed as to which to choose. So we let our tour guide make this recommendation. It just so happened he had worked as a guide at this cenote for several years before becoming a tour guide so we just got lucky. This cenote is amazing! After parking and picking up lifejackets, we headed down the stairs and into the mouth of the cave. Our guide didn't really describe what we were about to do so it was a bit of a surprise to find such a huge cave system before us as we swam around. He knew his way around and we had such a great time seeing this natural wonder. We were there for 2 hours before seeing another soul. We had the whole place to ourselves for almost the entire time. There seemed to be endless tunnels and caves to explore so we were very happy to have a guide as we would have gotten lost very easily. Can't recommend this site enough! Definitely get a guide, bring a waterproof camera (or waterproof case for your phone) and enjoy!

8. Cenote Santa Cruz

Akumal 77776 Mexico +52 984 182 6052 [email protected] http://www.cenotesantacruz.com
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Cenote Santa Cruz

Friends, if you are calling us and we don't answer your calls it is because we don't have good reception. We work only with previous reservations that can be made on our website or direct to our E-mail. We will answer you as soon as possible, we apologize for the inconvenience. Eco-friendly tours. Our excursions are groupal, private and personalized. “We invite you to live an awesome and fun adventure, enjoying the wonders that the Yucatan Peninsula has to offer, its heavenly beaches, Cenotes, Natural Reserves and archaeological sites. We are focused on sustainable, educational and recreational tourism in order to get the maximum and closest experience with the local communities, getting to know the flora, fauna and regional culture.”

Reviewed By jlwilm - Madison, United States

We were told that the Cenote Santa Cruz is a “must see” and we were not disappointed. We were 4 people picked up at our condo by Juan Pablo (JP) and it was immediately obvious that he has a passion for Mexico and the natural beauty. He made us very comfortable and alleviated any apprehensions. He explained everything and told us so much history of the surrounding area. JP kept insisting that this was “our” tour and we could take as much or as little of his time as we needed. The Cenote is breathtakingly beautiful with cool, clear water and we felt like we were in another world. This was not my first visit to a Cenote in Mexico but this was by far, the best, most informative and most beautiful one. I highly recommend Cenote Santa Cruz.

9. La Rodadora

Av. Teofilo Borunda #6632 Col. Jarudo del Norte, Ciudad Juarez 32652 Mexico +52 656 257 0909 [email protected] http://www.larodadora.org/
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5.0 based on 224 reviews

La Rodadora

Reviewed By alleno770

This are is very nice and the price is reasonable, good to gpnwith family 2 restaurants Dominoes pizza and tacotote. Somewhat expensive it is worth it. It is inside the central park also. (PARQUE CENTRAL).

10. Xecue Vinicola

Km.88.9 Rancho El Chivatillo C Tkt Eda, Ensenada Municipality Mexico +52 646 175 3830 [email protected] http://xecue.com
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5.0 based on 621 reviews

Xecue Vinicola

Alberta and Jose Luis in 1999 began developing artisanal wine to taste at home, in the year 2005 they decided to make their first wine for sale, they wished they had the essence of sharing their profession and their journey through life. Jose Luis is in charge of the field, the operative part of the winery and make sure the vines give excellent results and to ensure that the parameters have been proposed as standard, while Alberta is the Winemaker of the winery, she is responsible for the management of winemaking processes and administration, both demonstrate their fellowship and giving in each of their bottles. Initially Jose Luis and Alberta chose the best plots and designed wines that would enter the market in 2006, the same year they began a new adventure: the construction of the winery, which has been opened since the summer of 2012 to the public for tasting and sales. In Xecue Winery our products are made with care, each wine has its own personality, range of wines are balanced by subtle feminine and masculine character sets, these particular traits are expressed on the label.

Reviewed By ManuelJAngel - Orlando, United States

We were recommended a wine from Xecue at a restaurant the night before and loved it! We decided to visit the winery the next day and it is in a beautiful location. As we were having our wine the owner approached us and asked if we wanted to tour the winery! Awesome experience and excellent wines! Totally recommended when you come to Valle de Guadalupe.

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