Visiting Mexico will leave you speechless with its extraordinary locations and views. With its abundant weather, breathtaking landscapes, gorgeous sandy beaches, fine dining, art, festivals, culture, mountains, and much more, this nation has something to offer everyone.
Mexico’s old colonial cities and ancient Aztec and Mayan ruins are so significant that several of them have been inducted as UNESCO World Heritage ruins, guaranteeing their preservation for future generations. Curiously, classic beach resorts like Cancún, Puerto Vallarta, and Playa del Carmen don’t always have as much popularity as these Mayan ruins, which can be found in locations like Guanajuato, Chichén Itzá, and Uxmal. Due to its geographic distribution over several temperature zones, which range from lush tropical rainforests to dry deserts, the nation is also rich in flora and wildlife. Check the most popular locations of the Mexico below-
Puerto Vallarta
Once a little fishing community, Puerto Vallarta now attracts tourists with its wide beaches and foggy hillsides covered in vegetation. It’s currently one of the biggest and fastest-growing seaside communities in the nation, rising at a breakneck pace and accommodating all kinds of tourists. You may still get a sense of Puerto Vallarta’s fishing town atmosphere thanks to its preserved areas of unspoiled architecture, cobblestone lanes, and old residences.
Due to the abundance of activities available in Puerto Vallarta, the city is likely to draw both younger and older visitors. Those seeking excitement may partake in jet skiing and paragliding, while others are drawn by cruise ships and want to swim with dolphins.
Los Cabos Corridor
The 30-kilometer stretch of immaculate beaches known as the Los Cabos Corridor (Corredor Turistico), which stretches from the towns of Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo, is popular with tourists from all over the world for its clear waters, diving, snorkeling, and fishing (it also holds the largest marlin contest in the world).
The scenery of Cabo is my favorite feature. One of the most breathtaking drives in the world offers vistas of red rock desert mountains, saguaro cactus, and crashes as you go from the airport down the corridor towards Los Cabos.
Guanajuato
The city of Guanajuato cries out to be explored on foot. Among its numerous plazas is the lovely Jardin de la Union, the city’s main square with magnificent historic architecture, which is a particularly pleasant visit. Here are the magnificent Juárez Theater and the lovely ancient San Diego Church, as well as flowerbeds, fountains, cafés, and dining establishments.
After that, descend to the city’s underground streets, which are a part of a system of tunnels utilized by automobiles and pedestrians who wish to swiftly navigate the city. These tunnels formerly carried a river.
There are a lot of excellent galleries and fascinating museums in Guanajuato, but none is more fascinating than the Museum of Quixote, which is devoted to the writings of Spanish author Miguel de Cervantes. The International Cervantino Festival, Latin America’s largest writer-inaugural celebration, is also held in the city. If you’re up for it, you should also see the city’s well-known Mummies of Guanajuato exhibit, which features several naturally mummified bodies of residents who perished in a cholera outbreak in the middle of the 1800s.
Cozumel
For the ideal Mexican vacation, Cozumel has about everything one might want. This beautiful, tropical oasis, which is 20 kilometers from the Yucatán Peninsula, is named Ah-cuzamil after the ancient Mayans, which means “land of the swallows.” It has been inhabited for a very long time. And although the island was allegedly initially visited by Mayan pilgrims, then by European smugglers and pirates, people now come for the island’s boundless sunshine. Playa Santa Rosa, Playa San Francisco, and Playa San Juan are a few of the best beaches for these sun worshippers. Cozumel’s coral reefs offer exceptional diving experiences, which draw a lot of visitors.
Make sure you manage to pry yourself from the pristine seas of the island long enough to catch a glimpse of San Miguel de Cozumel, the island’s capital. From here, you may take a boat to Playa del Carmen or Cancún for a day excursion, visit popular tourist destinations like the Island Museum, which features interesting exhibits about the island’s past, or go shopping or dining.
Merida
One of Mexico’s best historic colonial cities, Mérida is the capital of Yucatán and is well situated to serve as a base for seeing the numerous excellent Mayan ruins in the area, such as Tulum and Chichén Itzá. It’s a just as well-liked day excursion or overnight stay from the Mayan Riviera resorts. The Spanish founded Mérida in 1542, and its grid layout makes it simple to visit its many lovely parks and historic structures. There are traces of European architecture everywhere, especially in the old city squares and plazas where remnants of French architecture remain. Additionally, the city is exceptionally clean and orderly, which is considered a badge of pride by those who choose to wear white, offering.
The area of Merida closest to the Parque de Santa Lucia is my favorite spot to hang out. In the center of everything and a pleasant, shaded place to get away from the notorious Merida heat is Parque Santa Lucia, which is adjacent to the restaurants and shops on Calle 59 as well as the wide and historic Paseo de Montejo Boulevard.
Guelaguetza
With its many events and festivals, such as the famous Guelaguetza, an indigenous celebration held in July that features traditional dance, costumes, music, cuisine, and crafts, the city has grown into a center of culture that attracts large audiences. Together with many other historic remains, like the Monte Alban ruins, the city also serves as an excellent starting point for exploring the breathtaking surrounding countryside.
Visiting the enchanted Hierve El Agua natural mineral springs is one of my favorite things to do in Oaxaca. Swimming is permitted in these lovely cliffside waters, which provide breathtaking views of the nearby valley and mountains. Even more striking up close is how the pool’s overflow has solidified into the nearby cliff.
The period of colonization If you have a few days or more to spend in Mexico, Morelia is a great spot to stay. Founded in 1541, this medieval city has undergone little modification in form. Its whole downtown center has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of the more than 200 structures that have been kept throughout many hundreds of years.
Experiencing the majestic Plaza de Armas is one of the highlights of each trip. This spacious public plaza, which was designed over 500 years ago, is ideal for anyone who want to explore on foot. Here, in addition to the numerous fantastic cafés, eateries, and retail options, you can discover anything from sculptures of revolutionary heroes to lovely parks and enjoyable walks.
Puerto Vallarta
As Puerto Vallarta was developing and growing, surfers had been drawn to the unspoiled beaches and pathways carved through the forest to the north for many years. These days, the scene is a little different, with once-busy fishing communities transformed into quaint small hotel towns. Surrounded by five-star resorts and villas, the once-surfer communities have been transformed into havens for yoga retreats and bohemian-chic galleries. The really luxurious vehicle is almost here.
Mazatlan
It is among the most underappreciated travel destinations in Mexico. Mazatlan offers visitors the best of both worlds because it is one of the few old cities on the sea. You may stroll through the cobblestone streets of Mazatlan’s past beginning at the Centro Historico. Spanish colonial architecture is characterized by expansive plazas, exquisitely embellished churches, and structures painted in vivid hues that seem to be vibrating. The most excellent restaurants and little boutique hotels in Mazatlan may be found in the Centro Historico. One of the few lovely waterfronts in Mexico’s old cities is located directly across the main street from the historic city.
Plaza Machado
Explore the Plaza Machado, which is encircled by old buildings and is the location of the stunning Angela Peralta theater. You can reach the center of the city by taking a stroll around the plaza, which is also one of the liveliest locations for murals, street performers, and art and artisan fairs. The beach resorts are located further along the coast. These coastal all-inclusive resorts provide stunning pools, well-ventilated suites, and expansive views of the Pacific. Mazatlan is also a great place to base yourself for outdoor activities, such as hiking, surfing, and beach ATVing.
Best time to visit Mexico
Mexico’s dry season, which lasts from December to April, brings pleasant weather and little precipitation to the nation. We also suggest visiting in November and March, when there won’t be as many tourists and the weather will still be pleasant enough for you to spend lots of time outside. It’s crucial to remember that popular beach resorts like Cancun have year-round warmth.
It depends on the kind of vacation you’re hoping for. If you’re looking for a sunny vacation, we suggest going in November when the weather is pleasant and the crowds aren’t as heavy as they are in March and April when local families and US spring breakers swarm coastal hotspots.
