Mexico Travel Guide

Best for: beaches, cenotes, an easy resort base. Home to Cancún, the Riviera Maya and Tulum, with some of the most consistently turquoise water in the Caribbean. If you asked us: book a cenote swim, a natural limestone sinkhole, as a half-day trip from wherever you're staying , it's a completely different experience from a beach day. Must-Do Experiences in Quintana Roo: Tulum ruins & beach; Cenote swimming; Playa del Carmen's Fifth Avenue; Xcaret or Xel-Há eco-park; Isla Mujeres day trip.

Zócalo & Metropolitan Cathedral is the main plaza with a massive cathedral built on Aztec temple ruins and government buildings surrounding the square. Frida Kahlo Museum (Casa Azul) is the former home of the artist with personal collections, artwork, and memorabilia. Teotihuacan pyramids day trip is visiting an ancient archaeological site featuring massive pyramids and temples built by pre-Columbian civilizations. Chapultepec Park & Castle is a large park with museums, gardens, and a historic castle offering views of the city. A street food tour is exploring the city's authentic food scene sampling tacos, tamales, and local specialties from vendors and markets.

Chichén Itzá is a UNESCO World Heritage archaeological site featuring a massive pyramid and structures from the Mayan civilization. Mérida's historic centre is a colonial city with grand plazas, churches, and Spanish colonial architecture in the heart of the peninsula. Uxmal ruins is a pre-Columbian archaeological site with ornate stone structures and geometric designs showcasing Mayan architecture. Cenote Ik Kil is a natural sinkhole with turquoise water accessible by stairs for swimming and snorkelling. Valladolid town is a charming colonial town with colourful buildings, traditional plazas, and authentic Yucatán culture.

Puerto Vallarta Malecón boardwalk is a scenic waterfront promenade with shops, restaurants, and ocean views along the Pacific coast. Zona Romántica old town is a charming historic neighbourhood with cobblestone streets, galleries, and traditional Mexican architecture. Marietas Islands boat trip is an excursion to nearby islands with pristine beaches, hidden coves, and snorkelling opportunities. Sayulita day trip is visiting a nearby beach village known for its bohemian atmosphere, surfing, and authentic local dining and shopping.

El Arco (Land's End) is a dramatic rock formation at the tip of the Baja Peninsula where the Pacific Ocean and Sea of Cortez meet. Medano Beach is the main beach with white sand, warm water, and water sports alongside beachfront restaurants and bars. Whale watching (seasonal) is observing gray whales and other marine mammals during migration season from boats or shore viewpoints. San José del Cabo art walk is exploring the historic town's galleries, artisan shops, and colonial architecture with local culture and dining.

Oaxaca's Zócalo & markets is the central plaza surrounded by colonial buildings with traditional markets selling crafts, textiles, and local food. Monte Albán ruins is a pre-Columbian archaeological site on a hilltop with stone structures and valley views. Mezcal palenque tasting is visiting a traditional distillery sampling mezcal spirits made from agave plants using ancestral production methods. Hierve el Agua natural rock formations are terraced limestone formations with mineral pools created by mineral-rich spring water cascading down mountainsides.