10 Best Places to Visit in Mexico

With a wealth of ancient civilizations, colorful traditions, stunning landscapes, and other resources, travelers suggest Mexico for every tour. With natural beauty such as beaches and ruins, vibrant cities, and towns, there are a lot of best places to visit in Mexico. 

Here is a short list given below:

1.Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen attracts visitors with its captivating sandy coast. It sits just a little south of Cancun, offering a much more relaxed vibe without lacking in service.

This is the right area to undertake a relaxed walk while taking a meal and buying some local gift items.

But if you are in Playa del Carmen you can visit other neighboring sites like Xcaret, an eco-archaeological park with underwater rivers and information about wildlife and traditions in Mexico.

2.Mexico City

Mexico’s thriving capital city is a place to explore Mexican traditions and customs. In fact, it is one of the best places to visit in Mexico, and its history traces back even to the ancient Aztecs. Starting from Zócalo or the main square; you find the Metropolitan Cathedral as well as Diego River’s murals at the National Palace.

Mexico’s most colorful artist, Frida Kahlo, will also attract cultural sightseers. Her beautiful house and art museum entice numerous visitors.

That will be a shame if you do not take your time to eat the native foods. Indulge in favorite Mexican street food like tacos. Also, shop for fresh products at the Mercado de la Merced.

3.Cancun

Cancun is a starting point to the archeological tours to discover Mayan sites. Not for long a ferry ride brings you to Isla Mujeres where marine lovers can engage in snorkeling as well as sun bath on pristine sandy shores.

At night, Cancun never sleeps and is filled with a number of great bars, clubs, and restaurants featuring live bands, international DJs, and all kinds of cuisines.

4.Tulum

Many tourists love Tulum for its hippie-chick energy, sustainable lodging options, and spectacular seaside location. This destination therefore is the best location for tourists.

The other attraction is the butterflies of Tulum. Natural wells filled with freshwater are famous in this region.

Tulum is famous for tourist’s spas that offer different types of treatments, yoga centers, and bio-shops as well as organic restaurants. So, tourists would be able to relax here.

5.Oaxaca

People consider Oaxacaas one of the best places to visit in Mexico, with a rich record in arts and mouth watering food. It is an ancient city which became a UNESCO site with numerous colonial buildings and active markets.

There is nothing more special to taste in Oaxaca than the famous mole sauce. You should go to the market named Mercado 30 de Noviembre, where you can try some Mexican meals and buy clothes produced by the inhabitants of the country.

Oaxaca has many celebrations and festivities to its array such as Guelaguetza. A culture that has music and dances. Late October still prevails by the day of the Dead festivities. 

6.Guadalajara

Mexican culture, traditions, music therapy by mariachi bands, tequila and many other famous places are here, in Guadalajara. This city completely embodies tradition yet has a modern twist, allowing tourists to get acquainted with Mexican culture. Visit Mexico and taste local specialties, like birria or tortas and feel the spirits of local markets.

7.Merida

The capital of the Yucatan state, with white colonial architecture, is called Merida, the White City. This city represents the mutual Mayan and Colonial Preserve and can be said to be a cultural city. You can easily find a number of things to do in Merida, Mexico.

This is a Montejo Avenue for a leisurely walk with beautiful and colorful buildings and houses such as the beautiful mansions all around. By adding some historical architecture on nearby centers & ruins like Uxmal and Dzibilchaltun, you can get the actual sense of appreciation.

Merida is also a historic city which also has to do with tourism. Or especially attracting tourists who love the local cuisine and traditional Mexican dishes. Nowadays it has become very popular to taste local cuisine.

8.San Miguel de Allende 

A beautiful colonial town, San Miguel de Allende features well preserved buildings and a rich art life. The atmosphere, the cobble stone paved roads, colorful walls of the houses has made it a preferred tourist destination.

The town contains a great many art galleries and studios and is internationally known for its prolific artistic folks. It is recommended to visit Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel, a church in the town that gives a taste of the town from the skyline view. The city of San Miguel celebrates every early September with parades, music, and traditional dances.

9.Cabo San Lucas

Cabo is therefore located at the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula. It has cliffs and good places to party at night. You should also visit the popular Arch of Cabo San Lucas.

Cabo has the following interesting activities for the entire population especially the adventurous people, water sports including; snorkeling and diving, as well as whale watching when in season. These sea beaches are good for a tan on the sand. Or one can indulge into water sports as well. When it gets dark, Cabo lights up with some of the best and liveliest nightlife as it is.

10.Chichen Itza : One of the Best Places to Visit in Mexico

The Chichen Itza site, which is not actually a city, but deserves a closer look due to the history and architecture it reveals. This site among many is the most famous archeological site in Mexico. It is an iconic symbol of Mayan culture and heritage. The Mayans constructed it. 

More interaction with other structures that are within that site, the Great Ball Court and the Temple of the Warriors also depict some of the Mayan civilization.

Conclusion

Mexico is a country which provides plenty of opportunities for travel and tourism. Also, includes city trips, historical sites, beach holidays or cultural events. As I traveled to each of the destinations I loved all for their special reasons. From zip lining and waterfalls to lazing on the beach and exploring the scenery or history, this country has all that any traveler might want. Therefore, let’s fill your bags and prepare for the historic trips to these remarkable places. Our previous tour guide ( things to do in Peru ) also awaits to guide you on your trip.

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