MERIDA, MEXICO | 8 Incredible Things To Do In & Around Mérida

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  • Mérida, Mexico is located in the northwest of the beautiful Yucatan State. It’s the state capital and widely known as the safest city in Mexico. But what attracts most visitors is its thriving food and cultural scene. With an interesting mix of Mayan and colonial culture, Mérida is encircled by ancient temples, sacred cenotes, and colorful streets with colonial mansions. In this video, we share our top 8 things you SHOULD do in Mérida, Mexico.
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    ☑️ 3-Hour Walking Food Tour: www.getyourguide.com/merida-l...
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    🎵 MUSIC CREDITS:
    Rejoice in the morning by The David Roy Collective
    Salamanca by Anthony Vega
    Human by Gabriel Meyer
    Flight of the inner bird by Yehezkel Raz
    Curioso Impertinente by Tino Vandersman
    Streets of Bogota by Anthony Vega
    New Spirit by Onyx Music
    🎥 VIDEO CHAPTERS:
    0:00 Intro
    1:32 Paseo de Montejo
    2:17 Yucatecan Cuisine
    3:06 Izamal
    4:07 Cenotes
    5:01 Historic Center
    6:10 Celestún
    7:16 Cultural Performances
    8:12 Uxmal Ruins
    #meridamexico #bestthingstodo #meridatravel

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  • @worldwildhearts
    @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว +8

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    • @vicenteBeraud
      @vicenteBeraud 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What part of LEAVE dont foreigners understand ????? Mexico is fed up of you border hoopers !!!!!!!!!!

  • @lizzieandlou5164
    @lizzieandlou5164 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Merida was my first introduction to Mexico over 30 years ago as a backpacker and caused me to fall in love with this beautiful country. I am going back with my wife in August for our 20th anniversary. Can’t wait to experience it again! Thanks for such a great, informative video - really enjoyed your beautiful photography. Cheers Lizzie Sydney Australia.

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! Enjoy your return. I bet it has changed quite a bit since then!

  • @bvscfanatic
    @bvscfanatic ปีที่แล้ว +33

    I first arrived in Mérida 40+ years ago. Can you even imagine how different it was then? I can. It was the most peaceful city on earth. I cannot even imagine how many hundreds, probably thousands, of miles I have walked or bicycled on the streets of Mérida. The population of the city is probably three times what it was when I first arrived. The only thing that has not grown is the airport. I quickly fell in love with the downtown area, and especially the Mercado Lucas de Gálvez, from which I lived about 5 blocks in those days. After a long absence, I returned to Yucatán in 2011. When I got to the Plaza Grande, my emotions took over, and tears began to pour down my face. That place holds countless memories for me. I will always love Mérida, because like Mérida, Yucatán, there is no other.

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Sounds like some sweet memories you made there! Where do you live now if we may ask? Sounds like you should return to Mérida more often for a visit! 😁

    • @vicenteBeraud
      @vicenteBeraud 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What part of LEAVE dont foreigners understand ????? Mexico is fed up of you border hoopers !!!!!!!!!!

  • @CrzyMav
    @CrzyMav ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I was born in Merida. I haven’t been there in over 48 years. I know it’s a beautiful City and you can go anywhere. The food is amazing!!! Chochinita Pibil, panuchos,Quibis, salbutes, etc…if u have never been u should visit. I’m planning on taking my whole Family soon.

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow it must have changed a lot! But we really enjoyed it. And the food is delicious ☺️

  • @giovannidiaz3214
    @giovannidiaz3214 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My family is fro Merida , I’m so happy that my ancestors, culture is still around there’s a few people there that still speak MAYA

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes absolutely! Our tour guide at one of the ruins also spoke Maya. It’s a very interesting culture and we were happy to learn all about it! 😄

  • @CrzyMav
    @CrzyMav ปีที่แล้ว

    Ohh and the sand and beaches are Gorgeous!!!!

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yesss Mexican beaches are 👌👌👌👌

  • @boienglishbulldog3092
    @boienglishbulldog3092 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great video . I’m considering visiting Merida 😀. Never heard of it till a friend had to move there.

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s a great city!! ☺️ we love Merida

  • @Vancouver_Dan
    @Vancouver_Dan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    We spent two weeks in and around Merida. I would add to your list: listen to great cumbia bands at happy hour cantinas such as El Cardinal and La Negrita, Also, we took a bus trip to Campeche, stayed over night and loved it!

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s awesome! We didn’t visit Campeche but heard some good things about it

  • @Linda-ot3pj
    @Linda-ot3pj ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am so happy to have found your videos. They are really informative and showcase nice highlights and tips in various places. Thank u. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦

  • @richardfrancisco7040
    @richardfrancisco7040 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! I enjoy this!

  • @grumpychoi
    @grumpychoi 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for wonderful video with great presentation and clear and to the point descriptions. Great job.

  • @ElshowdeDanny
    @ElshowdeDanny 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing ! Thank you so much ,hope I can be there soon

  • @maraandrus6278
    @maraandrus6278 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This video makes me hungry!!

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The food in Mérida is so yummy! 😋

  • @martintapia9374
    @martintapia9374 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    😀👍
    Great informative video. Thank you‼️

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for watching! 😊

  • @st.marcfishing7839
    @st.marcfishing7839 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great film! ❤❤❤❤

  • @tanyadee8402
    @tanyadee8402 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m going next week to visit a niece I’ve never met in person before.. she’s going to show me around and take me to the cenotes! I’m so excited.. watching this vid so I can know what to look out for 😊

  • @HintonTheTrail
    @HintonTheTrail 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We haven’t been to Mexico or really given it a lot of thought other than to see some of the ruins. We want to wait on Mexico until our son gets a bit older as well. Another great video. It amazes us how much you guys do in short spans.

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You guys should definitely do Mexico in the future! It’s a beautiful country with tons of variety. The people here are also very friendly. It’s our 2nd time here together and we love it once again 🥰

  • @dandan141414
    @dandan141414 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent overview!

  • @talinamorenopalacios7074
    @talinamorenopalacios7074 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Me encantó su video ❤

  • @butchslapped
    @butchslapped ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The cut at 5:45 makes it look like Gabriel the tour guide is the guy on the cross, lol

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      lol that's hilarious!!! that was not the intention! 🤣🤣

  • @Benito-fn4ip
    @Benito-fn4ip 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Merida has been on my bucket list for a couple years. Spent time in other places in S MX but not that area...Gracias!

  • @er-lo7fm
    @er-lo7fm ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank for this! I'm thinking of moving there

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว

      Big move! Good luck! ;)

    • @ryannewton5423
      @ryannewton5423 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Go on a trip first then think about it. Thailands cheaper

    • @paulfiguer6313
      @paulfiguer6313 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@ryannewton5423cheaper maybe, but never healthy and beautiful as Mexico. Closer to home for americans. You can have Thai.

  • @calvintran1737
    @calvintran1737 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video.

  • @MDCB1
    @MDCB1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Merci!!

  • @Pablo1942
    @Pablo1942 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic Video...Professional and more than informative. Well done! My plan is to include this in a segment of my website Magnifica-Merida

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Sounds good. Send us the link to your website when it’s live! 😁

  • @ingvild7287
    @ingvild7287 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice video! Really brings back the chillie Merida-vibes 🥰

  • @AnarchyOutdoorsOfficial
    @AnarchyOutdoorsOfficial ปีที่แล้ว

    Headed down soon.

  • @Salouaibaline
    @Salouaibaline ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this video. I'm in Merida at the moment and was looking for some inspiration. Thank you for sharing.

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching! Glad it’s helpful

  • @paulturner8394
    @paulturner8394 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really wanna visit here one day. My Dad's Mom's family is from here.

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว

      Then you definitely should visit and experience the unique culture ☺️

  • @vada0731
    @vada0731 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video....Merida will be my next trip, very close to Florida.
    Correction about the music...is not from Mexico, is from the Andes in South America...Peru, Bolivia, Argentina.

  • @terryfick2890
    @terryfick2890 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What's with the Andean music for Merida?

  • @miavirginia7767
    @miavirginia7767 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, just found your videos today. Our family of 4 with 2 teenagers have never been to Mexico. We love adventure, your videos make us want to go for our 25th year Anniversary next month. Do you recommend the best airport to arrive to? We have 10 days to kill in the Yucatan Peninsular. Other then Merida, where else do you recommend?

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cancun is the easiest and cheapest airport to fly to (it has many international connections). From there, you can get to other places easily. You could start at the coast (Tulum is nicer than cancun and Playa) and then make your way to Bacalar (beautiful lake), Valladolid & Chichen Itza, Merida, and if you have more time the island of Holbox is a true paradise! You can actually rent a car, it’s not that expensive and the roads in the Yucatan are in a good condition and easy to drive on.

    • @miavirginia7767
      @miavirginia7767 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@worldwildhearts Thank you so much for this. Really appreciate it 🙏.

  • @ReflexDL
    @ReflexDL ปีที่แล้ว

    Just out of curiosity what do you guys do for work?

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We used to freelance (webdesign and marketing) but now fully focus on our youtube business :)

  • @omajicjames4596
    @omajicjames4596 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you know if they have any aesthetic spas there

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว

      We didn't go to any personally, but there seem to be some in / around the city. Here's a link with 10 of them to check out: www.yelp.com/search?cflt=beautysvc&find_loc=M%C3%A9rida%2C+Yucat%C3%A1n

  • @AmputeeAdventures
    @AmputeeAdventures ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video... should have been called what to do OUTSIDE of Merida. lol You missed out on all the parks and museums.

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว

      In and Around! Yes we should change that! ;)

  • @valerieeden
    @valerieeden ปีที่แล้ว

    Which cenotes are less crowded ?

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว

      All of them were generally quiet when we visited…

  • @lauraelena3001
    @lauraelena3001 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    PONER SUBTÍTULOS EN ESPAÑOL CON LETRA GRANDE POR FAVOR , GRACIAS !!!

  • @jacktilden9413
    @jacktilden9413 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm going in two weeks!

  • @crumbdav
    @crumbdav ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So just fyi: Huevos Motulenos are named after the place it was invented, "Motul" which is about 30 minutes outside Merida...

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good to know!! A regional specialty ;)

  • @donnanhuggler8451
    @donnanhuggler8451 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are cenotes salt water? Ocean water?

  • @HomerJLeafs
    @HomerJLeafs 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cancun-Merida daytrip is doable?

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s possible but it’s a veeeery long trip. The drive is about 3 hours (one way) so we wouldn’t recommend it!

  • @angelicaalves1143
    @angelicaalves1143 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you speak Spanish? Did you find it difficult to communicate in English in Merida?

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We speak some Spanish indeed and it’s definitely a bonus if you do cause not everyone speaks English! Though you’ll be fine, you can always download offline google translate :)

  • @mateccrom6418
    @mateccrom6418 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cuban music on Mexican land

    • @paulfiguer6313
      @paulfiguer6313 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Countries in latin america adopt music from other countries, so is normal to hear mexican music in Honduras, colombian music in Guatemala and cuban music in uruguay. We are the real meltin pot, not the racist crap of n.america.

  • @pepeyacupepe181
    @pepeyacupepe181 ปีที่แล้ว

    The Basketball 🏀 game came from Maya Origens

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes it looks soooo much like basketball lol

  • @zionismisamentaldisorder658
    @zionismisamentaldisorder658 ปีที่แล้ว

    are you guys rich to afford world travel?

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว

      We are definitely not rich unfortunately 😂 we wish. We work remotely while traveling and don’t own any cars, property, etc. So we save money that way

  • @michelbouttens3569
    @michelbouttens3569 ปีที่แล้ว

    Kan de vertaling in het Nederlands?

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว

      Ik denk dat je normaal via computer kan vertalen als je rechts bovenaan in je tabblad klikt en dan “vertalen” “Nederlands”. Maar we zijn inderdaad aan het nadenken over “ondertiteling” toe te voegen in de toekomst in verschillende talen, waaronder Nederlands

  • @luis-zn9vh
    @luis-zn9vh 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm Mexican but I don't like my home state of Michoacan my father was murdered there.. I'm currently living in West Virginia United States but I have decided to make this state "Merida" my retirement place to live at.. I can't be in this country forever

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sad to hear. Merida is a safe place in Mexico!

  • @roseanzaldi3660
    @roseanzaldi3660 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Are you able to climb the ruins in Merida?

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  หลายเดือนก่อน

      No not the Uxmal Ruins.. we were able to climb the Ek Balam ruins which are also close to Merida

  • @tackedatlas610
    @tackedatlas610 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you fly to Cancun and then drive there? In a rental car?

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We flew to Cancun and took a bus (the local bus is called ADO and it's great!). It's also possible to rent a car because the roads are easy to drive on

  • @manuelinesvaldezvizcaino6158
    @manuelinesvaldezvizcaino6158 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The shit 😫😫

  • @keithj6251
    @keithj6251 ปีที่แล้ว

    Say no to Mexico.

  • @CrazySquirrelProductions
    @CrazySquirrelProductions 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm sure it's a nice place but Mexico is one of the last places I'd ever want to visit.

    • @y4go650
      @y4go650 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We hope to never see you here!

    • @caballerodelanoche2257
      @caballerodelanoche2257 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      México es el 5 país mayormente visitado del Mundo Por su cultura, arquitectura y mejores playas de la tierra 🌎

    • @CrazySquirrelProductions
      @CrazySquirrelProductions ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@caballerodelanoche2257 Comprendo. Pero no es para mi. Gracias.

  • @thelucid3444
    @thelucid3444 ปีที่แล้ว

    Remove the obedience training masks. Bad message and serves sto mislead ppl.

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We were just following the local mask rules in Merida at the time this video was made. Not trying to send any certain message one way or the other.

  • @bitkong9445
    @bitkong9445 ปีที่แล้ว

    Food food food.. what about perrico?!

  • @lilpoindexter
    @lilpoindexter ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks! Im really looking forward to uxmal because i want to avoid chichen itza

    • @worldwildhearts
      @worldwildhearts  ปีที่แล้ว

      Uxmal was so beautiful! Definitely a lot less crowded than Chichen itza!