Santa Elena
Travel Guide





Visit Santa Elena
Where to stay in Santa Elena

Uxmal
Historic sites, archaeological sites, and restaurants are some highlights of Uxmal. Make a stop by Uxmal Archaeological Site or House of the Turtles while you're exploring.

Sayil
Travelers like the museums in Sayil, and Eco Museum of Cacao is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Popular places to visit

Progreso Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Progreso Beach, a popular beach in Mérida. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Paseo de Montejo
During your trip to Mérida, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Paseo de Montejo. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Mérida Cathedral
Find out about the history of Mérida when you take a trip to Mérida Cathedral. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Yucatan International Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Yucatan International Convention Center during your trip to Mérida. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Celestún Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Celestún Beach during your travels in Mérida?

Uxmal Archaeological Site
Learn about the local history of Santa Elena when you take a trip to Uxmal Archaeological Site. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the local chocolate shops and restaurants.
- Uxmal Archaeological Site
- House of the Turtles
- Governors Palace
- Pyramid of the Magician
- Kabah
- Xlapak
- Labná
- Museo de Cacao
- Santa Elena Museum
- Sayil
- Nunnery Quadrangle
- Cenotes Hacienda Mucuyché
- Grutas de Loltún
- Bécal Museum
- Oxkintok
- Calcehtok Caves
- Xtacumbilxunaan Caves
- Iglesia de San Francisco de Asis
- Iglesia de San Antonio de Padua
- Gran Pirámide
- Hecelchakan Municipal Palace
- Camino Real Archaeological Museum
- Hecelchakan Plaza
- Eco Museum of Cacao
- El Palomar
- Casa de la Vieja
- Palacio del Gobernador
- Plaza de la Cultura
- Casa del Adivino