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Yucatán, Cenotes and Haciendas
Currently there are approximately 3,000 cenotes registered in the state of Yucatán whereof less than half are open to the public and approximately 300 "haciendas"
Average temperature: 26º
Archeological zones: 3
Main cities: Izamal y Motúl
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Mayan World Capital
The region of the Capital of the Mayan World is one of the most representative of the state, given that the municipalities that comprise it are important historical centers.
Average temperature: 26º
Archeological zones: 3
Main cities: Temozón, Tinum y Valladolid.
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Puuc Route and Mayan Villages
The Puuc Route (puuc means "mounds") is a tour of archaeological zones that has undoubtedly become one of the favorite walks for Yucatecans and visitors to the region.
Average temperature: 26º
Archeological zones: 5
Main cities: Maxcanú, Ticul, Tekax y Santa Elen
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Mayan Port
The Mayan Port region, located in the northeast of the state, is made up of the municipalities of Panabá, Río Lagartos, San Felipe, Sucilá and Tizimín.
Average temperature: 26º
Archeological zones: 1
Main cities: Río Lagartos y Tizimín.
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Mérida
Cultural and gastronomic capital of the southeast. The city is the starting point to tour and get to know the state.
Average temperature: 25º
Archeological zones: 1
Main cities: San Cristóbal, San Sebastián, San Juan, Mejorada, Santiago, Santa Lucía y Santa Ana.
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Riviera Yucatán
Along the Riviera you will be able to appreciate the great variety of ecosystems such as tropical forests, cenotes and underwater caves that come together to make this an unforgettable experience.
Average temperature: 26º
Archeological zones: 1
Main cities: Celestún, Hunucmá y Progreso
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Hanal Pixán
The meaning in Mayan of the words “Hanal” and “Pixán” are “food” and “soul” respectively, therefore Haná Pixán means “Food for the souls”.
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Río Lagartos
Only 12 kilometers separate the port of San Felipe from Río Lagartos, from where you can take a tour that will give you a memorable experience.
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Flamingos route
Some of these routes will take you to the reserves or protected areas covered with vegetation, cenotes, salt flats and lagoons right where the flamingos court and nest.
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Chichén Itzá
Chichén Itzá, it was declared a World Heritage Site in 1988 by UNESCO and a Wonder of the World since 2007.
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El Cuyo
The Cuyo is the small port of the municipality of Tizimín within the Ría Lagartos Biosphere Reserve.
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Valladolid
Nowadays, known as "The Capital of the Mayan Orient", Valladolid is one of the two Magical Towns of Yucatán. It is a beautiful destination, since it has kept the architectural beauty of its ancestral colonial buildings.
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No. 094 Scuba diving in Sisal
A new experience available in the Magic Town of Sisal, scuba diving in the sea, available only during certain seasons of the year, with...
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No. 365 Alacranes Reef Experience
Alacranes Reef National Park is a set of small islands of coral origin, located 80.7 miles to the north of Progreso Port in Yucatán.
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No. 300 Practice Sailing at Telchac Port
Discover the incredible beaches of Riviera Yucatán and learn to navigate at the same time. The Yucatecan coast is one of the best...
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No. 120 Kaan Ac Hacienda
Kaan Ac Hacienda, built in the 16th century, is located in the Magic Town of Valladolid. It has a unique architecture in the region...
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No. 221 Beer Spa at Uxmal
Close to the Archaeological Zone of Uxmal, you can enjoy this unique experience in the entire state, a beer spa!
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No. 015 Snorkeling in Sisal
Discover Sisal’s nature, a small and picturesque port, learn about the history of the first port in Yucatán.
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No. 178 Experience at Silcer Boardwalk
A day pass in one of the most beautiful beaches in Yucatán, in Silcer boardwalk at Progreso, in an assigned sunbed...
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No. 280 Tekax Chapel look-out
Tekax’s historic downtown is undoubtedly a must visit for all those who seek to learn more about the cultural richness of the region.
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No. 351 Skate Park in Progreso
Nothing better than enjoying the sea breeze while practicing an outdoors sport, skating and its urban movement lovers will...
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Explore Unique Experiences>Chichén Itzá, one of the 7 new wonders of the world
New 7 Wonders Of The World
Yucatan, State of Peace
Nobel Peace Prizes
Mérida, best small city in the world
Condé Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Award
Merida #2. top 20 best cities in the world
Condé Nast Traveler
#3 Merida, friendliest cities in the world
Condé Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Award 2020
Valladolid, best emerging destination
Travel Lemming
Mérida, creative city in the gastronomy category
UNESCO
Hacienda Temozón
Top 15 Hotels Guide in Mexico
Chablé Yucatán, in the Top 20 Best Resorts in Mexico
Condé Nast TravelerYucatan, tourist excellence award
FITUR
Merida, Mexico's safest city
INEGI
Best restaurants Kinich, La Tradición, Néctar and Kuuk
Mexico Gastronomic Guide
Merida, best destination city
Latin America Conventions
Micaela, Mar y Leña
Reader’s Choice Gourmet
Yucatan, best destination marketing strategy
Ángel de Turismo
Valladolid, best travel destination
World Travel Awards
Merida, top 25 best cities in the world
Travel+ Leisure
Kuuk, best restaurant and best chef
Food and Travel
Chichén Itzá, wonder of the modern world
México Desconocido
Tere Cazola, Mexico's best sweet space
Food and TravelIxi'im, La Tradición, Néctar, Merci Y Kinich
Guía México GastronómicoBoosting the LGBT tourism strategy
IGLTA
Merida, search trend
Google
Yucatán, best tourism board
Travy Awards
Yucatán, best wedding destination
Travy AwardsRecognition of the diversification of the tourism product
Secretaria de Turismo
Merida, among the top 20 destinations to travel to in 2021
Forbes
Mérida, top 10 best small city in the world
Condé Nast Traveler Reader's Choice AwardMerida, among Mexico's top cities for 5 years
Travel+ Leisure
Merida, best cities in Mexico
Travel+ LeisureMerida, top 50 best cities in the world
Travel+ LeisureMerida, top 10 great cities in the world
Condé Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Award
Maní, Best Tourism Village
World Tourism Organization
Best Tourism Promotion Office 2022
Pasillo Turístico
Excelencias Gourmet 2022, for the campaign “365 Flavors in Yucatan”.
FITURMarket Excellence (venue)
Heel Awards 2023
Excellence as a destination
Heel Awards 2023Chichén Itzá y Uxmal
World Heritage of HumanityManí
Best Tourist Village
Cochinita Pibil, the world's best dish in the ranking
Tasteatlas
Kuuk, top 50 of the best restaurants in Mexico
Gentleman México
Merida, #8 Best Cities in the World to Travel to in 2022
Lonely Planet
Merida, Top 10 best cities in the world to travel 2022
Lonely PlanetYucatán, Gold for Best Culinary Destination 2021
Travvy awards
Yucatán, Bronze for Best Tourism Office 2021
Travvy awardsYucatan, new member of the World Tourism Organization 2021
UNWTO
Yucatan, Best Destination Promotion Strategy, 2023
Ángel de Turismo
Entrepreneur / Innovator of the Year with the Aldeas Mayas Project, 2023
Ángel de Turismo365 Flavors of Yucatan, Excelencias Gourmet Award, 2023
FiturRecognition for Innovation in the Mexican Tourism Product, Zazil Tunich, 2023
Secretaria de TurismoChicén Itzá, Top 3 Best Tourist Experience in Archaeological Zones, 2021
México DesconocidoYucatan Cenotes, Top 3 Nature Destination, 2021
México Desconocido365 Days in Yucatan, Best Promotion Program, 2021
México DesconocidoMarket Excellence Best Venue, 2023
MPI México Charter
Excellence as a Destination, 2023
MPI México CharterValladolid, Heritage Recognition, 2021
Grupo Excelencia
Camino del Mayab, Sustainable Tourism Award Category: Nature and Biodiversity
Skål
Merida, Best Places to See in 2024
CNN Travel
Yucatan among the 52 places to visit in 2024
New York Times
#3 Most Popular City to Visit in 2024
Booking.com
Bee Matterns Turismo Cultural MM Incentives DMC, 2024
SECTURMicaela Mar & Leña, Restaurant of the Year, 2024
Mexico Gastronomic Guide
Mejores Restaurantes Yucatecos en México: Ixi'im, Astro Bistro, Cuna, Holoch, Kinich, La Tradición, Mesón del Marqués, Oliva Enoteca, Pancho Maíz, 2024
Mexico Gastronomic GuideBest Tourism Organization, 2024
Expertos en Turismo
Turismo Mice, 2024
Expertos en TurismoBest Tourism Destination, 2024
Expertos en Turismo