Cultural and Culinary Exploration of Mérida, Yucatán – 3-Day September 2025 Itinerary

Day 1: Historic and Cultural Introduction

Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico on September 10, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Manjar Blanco

Enjoy a traditional Yucatecan breakfast featuring items like huevos motuleños in a charming setting in Mérida's historic center.
MXN150, 1h

9:30am

Walk through Plaza Grande

Explore Mérida’s main square, see the Mérida Cathedral and Palacio de Gobierno with their stunning colonial architecture and murals.
Free, 1h30m

11:00am

Visit Museo Casa de Montejo

Tour the 16th-century mansion with original furnishings showcasing Mérida's colonial history.
MXN170, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at La Chaya Maya

Taste authentic Yucatecan cuisine, including cochinita pibil and sopa de lima, at this popular local restaurant.
MXN250, 1h

2:00pm

Stroll along Paseo de Montejo

Walk this elegant boulevard filled with colonial mansions and visit the Monumento a la Patria for its remarkable stone carvings.
Free, 1h30m

3:30pm

Visit Gran Museo del Mundo Maya

Discover Mayan culture and history from ancient artifacts to multimedia exhibits; open 9am-6pm.
MXN150, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Apoala

Dine on innovative Oaxacan dishes with a Yucatecan twist in a beautifully decorated restaurant on Paseo de Montejo.
MXN400, 1h30m
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Day 2: Uxmal and Archaeology

Uxmal, Yucatán, Mexico on September 11, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast at local café

Grab a quick breakfast with fresh fruit and pastries from a local café to fuel up before the day trip to Uxmal.
MXN100, 30m

8:00am

Drive to Uxmal Archaeological Site

Travel approximately 1 hour south to explore one of the greatest Mayan ruins in the region known for its ornate Puuc-style architecture.
Transport Cost approx MXN500 round trip, 1h

9:30am

Tour Uxmal Ruins

Visit Pyramide du Magicien, Governor’s Palace, and other landmarks; site open 8am-5pm.
MXN85, 3h

12:30pm

Lunch at Hotel Uxmal Restaurant

Enjoy Yucatecan dishes with a view of the lush surroundings at this nearby lightly touristy spot.
MXN300, 1h

1:45pm

Visit nearby Kabah Ruins

Short 15-minute drive from Uxmal, explore this smaller site featuring the impressive Codz Poop palace covered in stone masks.
MXN75, 1h30m

3:30pm

Return Drive to Mérida

Head back to Mérida to rest and freshen up after the archaeological adventure.
None additional, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Nectar

Savor contemporary Mexican cuisine and cocktails in a trendy setting, ideal for relaxing after a full day.
MXN400, 1h30m
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Day 3: Local Markets & Villages

Mérida and nearby villages, Yucatán, Mexico on September 12, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Mercado Lucas de Gálvez

Enjoy fresh local fruits, traditional breakfast dishes, and coffee amidst the bustling market atmosphere.
MXN100, 1h

9:30am

Shopping and exploring Mercado Lucas de Gálvez

Browse stalls for artisan goods, textiles, and local produce; a great chance to interact with locals and buy souvenirs.
Free entry; purchases optional, 1h30m

11:00am

Visit to Cuzamá Cenotes

Short drive from Mérida, explore the popular cenote route, swimming in natural limestone sinkholes; open 8am-5pm.
MXN180, 3h

2:30pm

Lunch at local causa in Cuzamá

Enjoy rustic Yucatecan food nearby with fresh local ingredients after your cenote swim.
MXN200, 1h

4:00pm

Return to Mérida

Head back to Mérida to explore one of the nearby Mayan villages such as Tecoh or Tixcacalcupul for cultural experience.
Transport approx MXN300, 45m

5:00pm

Visit Mayan Village

Discover local crafts, traditions, and meet indigenous residents for an authentic cultural immersion.
Free, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Oliva Enoteca

End your trip with Italian-inspired dishes using local ingredients in a cozy upscale setting in Mérida.
MXN450, 1h30m
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