Pacabtún 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.

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.

Mérida Cathedral
Visit chapels and survey impressive works of religious art inside this ancient church, an imposing building in the historical center of 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

From Merida: Chichen Itza Tour, Izamal, Cenote Ik Kil and Food

Las Coloradas, Río Lagartos and Playa Cancunito Tour from Mérida

Mérida: Panoramic Sightseeing Tour Bus Ticket with 2 Routes

Uxmal and Kabah Ruins Tour with Chocolate History

Tour to Uxmal Kabah and Chocolate Museum from Mérida

Uxmal + Chocolate Museum ChocoStory
Top hotels in Pacabtún

Villa Mercedes Merida, Curio Collection by Hilton
Very nice place. Very good service and I loved the 2 restaurants
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Gran Hotel Panamericana Merida
Fantastic great service.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Fiesta Americana - Merida
Muy bien
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Hotel El Español Paseo de Montejo
Beautiful area and stay
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Gamma Mérida El Castellano
Clean room - nice amenities
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

ibis Styles Merida Galerias
Hotel was good. I attended the Pokémon Regional Championship and they put a "Welcome and good luck trainers" message in the food area among some Pokémon stickers. What a lovely gesture from the hotel staff.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pacabtún

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.

Santa Lucia
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santa Lucia and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza Grande and US Visa Applicant Service Center.

Mérida Centro
Mérida Centro is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Plaza Grande and US Visa Applicant Service Center while you're in town.

San Juan
Though San Juan may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like US Visa Applicant Service Center and Plaza Grande.

Barrio de Santiago
While visiting Barrio de Santiago, you might make a stop by sights like Casa Frederick Catherwood and Merida English Library.
