The 10 Best Free Things to do in Yucatan, Yucatan

September 30, 2021 Toi Mattera

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

Calle 60 # 405 Entre 43 y 45, Merida 97000 Mexico +52 999 928 6566 [email protected] http://www.nahualligallery.com
Excellent
83%
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5.0 based on 138 reviews

Nahualli Casa de los Artistas

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

Merida Mexico +52 272 155 4391 http://www.visitmexico.com/en/merida
Excellent
55%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
8%
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4.5 based on 1,478 reviews

Plaza Grande

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

Calle 63 506 Centro, Merida 97000 Mexico +52 999 923 0633 [email protected]
Excellent
47%
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4.5 based on 697 reviews

Museo Casa Montejo

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

Merida Mexico +52 999 926 0048 [email protected] http://www.paseodemontejo.com
Excellent
64%
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28%
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6%
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4.5 based on 3,418 reviews

Paseo de Montejo

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

Eden Street Cathcart 5 Plaza Grande, Merida 97000 Mexico +52 999 928 6131 http://catedraldemerida.org.mx/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 2,053 reviews

Cathedral de Merida

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

Calle 61, Merida 97000 Mexico +52 999 930 3100 http://www.yucatan.gob.mx/?p=palacio_gobierno
Excellent
52%
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40%
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4.5 based on 956 reviews

El Palacio de Gobierno

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

Calle 31-A, Izamal 97540 Mexico +52 988 954 0053
Excellent
54%
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33%
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4.5 based on 815 reviews

Convento de San Antonio de Padua

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

Calle 56A No. 242 X 56B y 60 Tambien Llamada Avenida Campo Deportivo, Merida 97118 Mexico +52 999 925 5186 [email protected] http://www.merida.gob.mx/turismo/index_in.htm
Excellent
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4.5 based on 241 reviews

Merida Tourism Office

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,

Calle 50-a # 507, Merida 97000 Mexico +52 999 928 5263 http://www.culturayucatan.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 171 reviews

Museo de Arte Popular

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.

10. Playa El Cuyo

El Cuyo Mexico
Excellent
67%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
7%
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4.5 based on 61 reviews

Playa El Cuyo

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