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Merida City tour and Visit to Traditional Cantinas

Merida, Mexicoby Rutas Turisticas Yucatan

  • 4.5 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 10 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, Spanish

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Overview

You will enjoy unique stories of the most emblematic buildings of the first square of the city of Mérida, from the hand of one of our expert guides, as well as 3 traditional canteens, we will talk about their evolution, both in drinks, mixology and gastronomy and the influence of the different cultures in this colonial city, Afro-descendants, Spanish, Lebanese, who give identity and unique flavors to our region, what better than enjoying this experience in the company of a local person, exploring places that are not normally visited on a conventional tour.

What's included

  • Visit to 3 traditional canteens
  • 1 Snack to share in 2 canteens
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • 2 craft beers per person, per canteen
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • additional drinks or snacks to those mentioned

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Palacio Municipal

    10 min

    We will enjoy the explanation of the founding of the city, we will appreciate its murals and the history of the conquest.

  2. 2

    Museo Casa Montejo

    15 min

    explanation of the façade of the house of montejo, family coats of arms

  3. 3

    Cathedral de Merida

    15 min

    Explanation of the facade, history of the Franciscan order

  4. 4

    Parque Hidalgo

    10 min

    We will visit one of the oldest squares in the city, where the first hotel in the city was built.

  5. 5

    Iglesia El Jesus,Tercera Orden

    10 min

    explanation of the facade and history of the holy inquisition and the caste war

  6. 6

    Teatro Peon Contreras

    10 min

    Explanation of the facade and construction materials, French-style European architecture

  7. 7

    Parque de Santa Lucia

    15 min

    One of the most peculiar squares in the city, is now the headquarters of the gastronomic corridor with restaurants that offer a different experience to its visitors. As well as home of the traditional Yucatecan trova that is presented every Thursday at 08:30 p.m.

  8. 8

    Stop 8

    15 min

    Typical flavors of Yucatan, is what we will be able to enjoy in this Ice Cream Parlor, it will be our resting point, after our walk, we will enjoy a refreshing sorbet before leaving for the tour of traditional canteens.

  9. 9

    Stop 9

    45 min

    From this point, we will start our tour to the first traditional canteen, where we will taste a local beer with history and robust flavor and a clear one. We can decide between Casa Chica or El Lucero del Alba, depending on the influx of visitors in each place

  10. 10

    Stop 10

    45 min

    For our second canteen, we will have 2 options depending on the influx of visitors in the place, at the moment we can decide between Pipiripau or La Negrita. each one with its traditional beer and unique atmosphere.

  11. 11

    Stop 11

    45 min

    We will have the opportunity to taste up to 2 craft beers per person in each of the canteens. we will do 45 minutes in each one. The key to this place is the musical expressions of gypsy jazz, flamenco and other live shows that make this parador unique.

Meeting and pickup

In case your hotel is not in the pickup area, we can coordinate your pick-up from the Starbucks on Paseo de Montejo Avenue.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Available only for adults with official identification or passport

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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