Paraíso Travel Guide
Mérida
Popular places to visit
Progreso Beach
Nothing says holiday 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
Walk down this beautiful tree-lined avenue for a little taste of all the things that make Mérida such a charming place to visit.
Mérida Cathedral
Visit chapels and survey impressive works of religious art inside this ancient church, an imposing building in the historical center of Merida.
Yucatan International Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Yucatan International Convention Center during your trip to Mérida. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Plaza Grande
Locals stop for friendly chats and large shady trees line the paved walkways. This main square is truly the heart of downtown Merida.
Uxmal Archaeological Site
Learn about the local history of Santa Elena with a stop at Uxmal Archaeological Site. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the local chocolate shops and restaurants.
Things to do
Chichen Pueblos Magicos,Izamal,Valladolid & Nool Ha Cenote Day Trip
From Merida: Chichen Itza Tour, Izamal, Cenote Ik Kil and Food
Uxmal and Kabah Ruins Tour with Chocolate History
4 Cenotes Tour in Homún all inclusive from Merida
Mérida: Panoramic Sightseeing Tour Bus Ticket with 2 Routes
Top hotels in Paraíso
Villa Mercedes Merida, Curio Collection by Hilton
Very convenient to the Passeo de Monteillo
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Merida Centro by IHG
Very comfortable room with the best blackout drapes I have ever seen. Great location.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Residence Inn by Marriott Merida
Everything! Awesome stay
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Gamma Mérida El Castellano
Great staff
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Fiesta Americana - Merida
Hotel is nice, but rooms are outdated and show their age.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Hotel Hacienda Inn Aeropuerto
Food in the restaurant was very good. Location was convenient for the airport and a short uber ride into town. Rooms were adequate. The A/C helped. Overall, the place could do with a paint job but it was good value for money.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Paraíso
Colonia Campestre
While Colonia Campestre may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Paseo de Montejo and Paseo 60.
Xcumpich
Visitors to Xcumpich enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Plaza Galerias Mall is worth a stop.
García Ginerés
When in García Ginerés, you can plan a visit to Paseo 60 and Casa Montes Molina Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Zona Industrial
If you're spending some time in Zona Industrial, Plaza Galerias Mall and Great Museum of the Maya World are top sights worth seeing.
Itzimná
Itzimná might not have many top sights, but Paseo 60 and Monument to the Fatherland are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Zona Paseo Montejo
While visiting Zona Paseo Montejo, you might make a stop by sights like Paseo 60 and Paseo de Montejo.
