Paseo de Montejo Tours and Activities

Get to know Mérida, founded by the Spanish Francisco de Montejo on January 6, 1542, when in reality the Mayan Indians had a great city known as T’ho long before the Spanish arrived. The stones of this city were used to build the cathedral church located in the zócalo where it is also, the Montejo house, the government palace and the municipal palace. Merida the white city with its main avenue Paseo de Montejo, which has its colonial buildings such as the Cantón Palace and the beautiful monument to the homeland, among other equally magnificent places.

During this tour you will experience Merida's Old Downtown. Merida is the state capital of Yucatan that was founded by the Spanish in 1542 on the remains of the ancient Mayan city of Tho. Merida is a beautiful and special city with museums, exquisite food, Trova music and above all friendly people who consent to their visitors.

Discover both the Yucatan capital of Merida and Dzibilchaltun—an ancient Mayan archeological site—on a shore excursion from your Progreso port of call. Begin with a sightseeing tour of Merida, the peninsula's cultural center. View the elegant 19th century mansions along its Paseo de Montejo and pay a visit to the Gran Museo del Mundo Maya—an artifact-filled museum dedicated to Mayan civilization. Next explore the Dzibilchaltun ruins and its intriguing Temple of the Dolls. You can even go for a swim onsite before returning to port.

Explore Merida's colorful cantinas with a local on a guided walking tour of the local-style bars. Learn about daily life in the city as you walk between a series of three cantinas, where you'll sip beer, groove to the latest Mexican tunes, and try some classic Yucatec botanas, or snacks. This cantina tour includes drinks and snacks, and it's a great way to experience Merida's local culture.

Discover the best Walking Tour of Yucatan! How old is the capital of Yucatan? What happens with the Mayans who were living there? Enjoy the cultural and iconic attractions of interest. Merida has so many great locations, each with its own fascinating tale. You will see the most important Merida sights: From Plaza Grande at the historic center to Paseo de Montejo, an avenue full of color. Discover the local and authentic side of one of the oldest cities in Mexico, located at the heart of the Yucatan Peninsula.

How is Christmas celebrated in Mexico? Discover a wide variety of traditions and customs, which include a wide range of seasonal cuisine. Visit the city's Christmas tree and the essential birth of Jesus, with human-sized figures. Mexican culture prepares for the great Christmas before December 24. On December 12, Mexicans celebrate the Guadalupe Virgin Day. Participate in a religious procession and celebrate this holiday closely, enjoying a very special walking tour around Merida’s Old Town. The visit of sights and craft markets are essential in this tour; There you will find all kinds of Christmas decorations and souvenirs.

Merida, the American capital of culture on 2 occasions, is a tourist and cultural destination that every experienced traveler must know and enjoy by the hand of a native guide proud of its roots. Through this guided tour you and your companions will discover why Merida is a city full of cultural riches. You will marvel at the warmth of its inhabitants and the great gastronomic variety that this city offers to make it a place that you will not easily forget.