Colorful, colonial-era streets studded with historic churches and modern boutique hotels make Mérida one of the most beautiful places in Mexico. However, surrounded by lush tropical forests dotted ...

The best time to visit Mérida is between December and March if you're looking for dry weather and lots of things to do. Opt for a January trip to experience Mérida Fest, a huge annual celebration that ...

Mérida is the hub of the Yucatán, sitting in the middle of the peninsula with easy access to archaeological sites, funky beach towns, and colonial culture. It’s a hip and visitor-friendly city, with ...

Guide to the best hotels and things to do in Merida. Maps, travel tips and more.

Don’t let your budget stand in the way of a good time in cool, creative Mérida. As the largest city on the Yucatán Peninsula, Mérida is the perfect place to stock up on souvenirs and artisanal ...

This year, the Mexican city of Merida was named the American Capital of Culture for a second time, highlighting the Yucatán capital's abundant riches. For travelers looking to explore beyond Mexico’s ...

WITH its narrow sidewalks, cobblestone streets and chalky colonial buildings painted the color of Easter eggs, Mérida is home to a growing number of expatriates. Sitting on the breezy veranda of a ...

Carlos Huber, the Mexico City–born founder of the perfume brand Arquiste, has mastered the art of setting a scene with scent. Arquiste’s best-selling Nanban, for instance, conjures the aroma of a 17th ...