Mercado San Benito

Visiting Mérida for the weekend? Here is an itinerary and some tips for visiting the city and its beautiful surroundings for a few days. I was born in the city and have lived here most of my life; as such, I'll give you an itinerary based on my favorite places and those I consider unskippable for a short-term visit. As it is the perfect place to explore the many wonders of the state it serves as capital, I'll share recommendations for places to visit, stay, eat, and drink in the city.

For those wanting to get to know my hometown, these are my recommended places to visit, eat, drink, and sleep. As a local, I have visited these places plenty of times. Each location has been carefully chosen to be part of this guide. It intends for visitors to have a great time in Mérida, whether it be just a few days in the city or a long stay to visit the complete region.