Mérida is the capital of the state of Yucatán in Mexico. It is a city of contrasts. The city's ambiance is colonial and the climate is tropical. Mérida has a rich cultural life which also reflects its diversity. Many free concerts, performances and other events are held daily. The cool breezes from the Gulf of Mexico drift into Mérida in the evenings and this is when many of the residents spend their time outdoors. You can see them visiting and talking as they stroll along the streets, sit in the plazas or dine in the many street-side restaurants.

Tourist Offices
The City Tourist Centre is on Plaza Grande, Calle 62 and it's open from 8am - 8pm.

Around and closeby
From Mérida, it is easy to take day trips to a vast array of destinations: archaeological sites, ecological parks, typical villages, caves, beaches, colonial missions and more.

Sightseeing
El Paseo Montejo is a beautiful, tree-lined street, with amazing houses. It's a great place to take a stroll in the evening, have a dish of ice cream and look at the houses.

Getting there
Travellers can also get to Mérida by flying into Cancún and driving west on the Carretera for 3 hours, or there are direct flights from Mexico City. There are also good bus connections to most towns up and down the Yucatán Peninsula.