Mérida Centro

Mérida
Palacio Municipal showing night scenes and heritage elements
The core of the White City is a fusion of Mayan ruins, Spanish colonial churches and intriguing galleries and museums.

With its wealth of religious structures and visitor attractions, Mérida’s Centro is one of the largest historic districts in Latin America. It has a high indigenous population and a strong Mayan influence that can be seen in its buildings and museums. Visit Mérida’s Centro to learn about the harmony of Mayan and Spanish customs in a fascinating Old Town quarter. 

At the heart of the neighborhood stands the impressive Main Square or Plaza Grande, which is shaded by laurel trees. Wander along its paths and enjoy a picnic on the grass.

Admire the impressive buildings overlooking the plaza, including the Catedral de San Ildefonso, whose walls contain stones from a former Mayan temple. Enter the impressive building and study the Christ of the Unity wooden sculpture symbolizing the union of Mayan and Spanish cultures.

Near the cathedral stands the Palacio de Gobierno dating back to 1892. Enter for the murals by artist Fernando Castro Pacheco and see its majestic façade brightly lit at night.

Along the southern side of the plaza is the Museo Casa Montejo, whose restored 16th-century building hosts all types of art exhibitions and events. Weave through the Museo de la Ciudad, with an elegant pink façade, to study its pre-Hispanic Mayan artifacts.

Find many other museums in the historic center, such as the Museo de Arte Popular de Yucatán and the Museo Fernando García Ponce-Macay.

For a change, bring your kids west to the Parque Zoológico del Centenario. The little ones will delight at the sight of giraffes, reptiles and primates. Nearby stands the Casa Frederick Catherwood, containing the artist’s 19th-century lithographs of Mayan ruins.

The area is a little west of the geographical center of Mérida. From Aeropuerto Internacional de Mérida-Manuel Crescencio Rejón, drive northeast for 4 miles (7 kilometers). Travel through the city to see other districts such as Pacabtún, Las Palmas and the Zona Paseo Montejo. 

The Centro zone merges Mayan and Spanish traditions, with historic symbols and architecture.


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Other neighborhoods around Mérida Centro

Casa Frederick Catherwood showing art and interior views

Barrio de Santiago

While visiting Barrio de Santiago, you might make a stop by sights like Casa Frederick Catherwood and Santiago Park.

Barrio de Santiago
Anthropology and History Museum showing heritage architecture

Zona Paseo Montejo

While visiting Zona Paseo Montejo, you might make a stop by sights like Paseo de Montejo and Paseo 60.

Zona Paseo Montejo
The "Cantinflas" Graffiti Art

Bojórquez

While there might not be top attractions in Bojórquez, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Zoological Park of Centenario and Parque Zoológico del Centenario.

Bojórquez
Paseo de Montejo which includes a statue or sculpture and a sunset

Colonia Campestre

While there might not be top attractions in Colonia Campestre, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Paseo de Montejo and Paseo 60.

Colonia Campestre
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Chenkú

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chenkú and surrounding area, you can visit Paseo de Montejo and Paseo 60.

Chenkú
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Chuburna de Hidalgo

Though Chuburna de Hidalgo might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Paseo de Montejo and Plaza Galerias Mall.

Chuburna de Hidalgo

Mérida Centro