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Discover Merida

Travel tips, culinary secrets, and curated guides from our team to help you make the most of your visit to the Yucatecan capital.

Historic center of Merida, Yucatan
Travel guide8 min

10 must-see spots in Merida's historic center

From the majestic Cathedral of San Ildefonso to the hidden corners of Pasaje de la Revolución, we take you through the sites you must visit on foot from Antelar. We include schedules, costs, and the best time to visit.

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Yucatecan gastronomy in Merida
Gastronomy10 min

Food guide: where to eat in Merida

The best restaurants, markets, and street food stalls to taste authentic Yucatecan cuisine. From cochinita pibil at the Lucas de Gálvez market to author restaurants in Santa Lucía. Recommendations from Antelar's chef.

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Cenote near Merida, Yucatan
Nature7 min

The 5 most spectacular cenotes near Merida

Crystal-clear waters, ancient formations, and a nature connection experience you won't find anywhere else in the world. We tell you which to visit, how to get there, and what to bring for a perfect day.

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Henequen hacienda in Yucatan
History6 min

Henequen haciendas: a journey to 19th century Yucatan

The green gold hacienda route transports you to the peninsula's golden age. Salons with European furniture, stone chapels, and private cenotes in the middle of the jungle. Living history less than an hour from Merida.

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Merida at night, Yucatan
Culture5 min

Merida by night: strolls, culture, and nightlife

The white city transforms after sunset. Serenades at Parque de Santa Lucía, vaquerías at Plaza Grande, and mezcal bars in the Santiago neighborhood. Your guide to enjoying Merida after dark.

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Celestun Biosphere Reserve
Nature6 min

Flamingo season in Celestun: when to go and what to expect

Thousands of pink flamingos color the Celestun estuary every year. We explain the best season to visit, how to choose the right tour, and what else to do at this biosphere reserve two hours from Merida.

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Roberto Solís, pioneer chef of nueva cocina yucateca in Merida
Gastronomy8 min

Roberto Solís: the chef who put Merida on the world's culinary map

From Néctar to Huniik, Merida-born chef Roberto Solís has transformed Yucatecan cuisine into an international phenomenon. Recognized by the Michelin Guide and Best Chef Awards, his story is Yucatan told through flavor.

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