Beautiful facility with some interesting exhibits. Be prepared to use your phone to translate…read moreexhibit explanations because almost everything is in Spanish only. Nonetheless, if you love history or archeology, this is a must see museum in Merida. At times the museum allows private events, and we were able to attend a reception during a private event. We enjoyed live classical music while we sipped wine on the upper terrace on a beautiful February evening. If you are able to attend a private event at the museum, do so! Overall cleanliness: excellent Bathroom cleanliness: above average

**English:** The Museo Regional de Antropología offers a…read morefascinating journey into the rich cultural heritage and history of the region. Located in a stunning historic building, the museum houses an impressive collection of artifacts that provide insight into the lives and traditions of indigenous groups. The exhibits are well-curated and informative, making it a great educational experience for visitors of all ages. As a resident of Mexico, you'll find that admission is more affordable here compared to non-residents, so be sure to bring your ID to take advantage of the reduced rates, just as you might at other museums. Whether you're a history buff, a culture enthusiast, or just looking for a meaningful way to spend your day, the Museo Regional de Antropología is definitely worth a visit. **Spanish:** El Museo Regional de Antropología ofrece un fascinante viaje a través del rico patrimonio cultural e histórico de la región. Ubicado en un impresionante edificio histórico, el museo alberga una impresionante colección de artefactos que proporcionan una visión de la vida y las tradiciones de los grupos indígenas. Las exposiciones están bien curadas e informativas, lo que lo convierte en una gran experiencia educativa para visitantes de todas las edades. Como residente de México, encontrarás que la entrada es más económica aquí en comparación con los no residentes, así que asegúrate de traer tu identificación para aprovechar las tarifas reducidas, al igual que podrías hacer en otros museos. Ya seas un aficionado a la historia, un entusiasta de la cultura o simplemente busques una forma significativa de pasar el día, el Museo Regional de Antropología definitivamente vale la pena visitar.

Museo Casa Montejo is the restored home of Don Francisco de Montejo - the conqueror of Yucatán and…read morefounder of the colonial city of Mérida (Maya people lived in the city before it was Merida). It dates from 1540 and was the house of Francisco de Montejo the Younger (in Spanish "El Mozo" - the Younger). It might be the oldest building in Mérida. Although the house was rebuilt in 1850, there are many original furnishings and direct descendants of the Montejo family lived here until 1978. Four rooms (a dining room, a living room, an office and a bedroom) house a permanent exhibition of furnishings from the historic building. There is a small room that shows a short film about the history of the house, which I found really interesting and informative (in Spanish with English subtitles) and a few rooms that house temporary art exhibitions. A bank bought the building and renovated it to open it as a museum. It's free to visit, so well worth exploring! The exterior and the interior are both incredibly beautiful. I'm glad we visited it on our first afternoon in Merida last week. It - with the cathedral and the palacio on the other sides of the Plaza Grande - really helped provide me with a historical context to understand more Yucatecan and Mayan history relevant for the rest of our trip!

This is a beautiful museum dedicated to the Montejo house. First it's free…read more A couple of rules Don't touch anything Stay in your lane Pics are okay but no flash Secondly there's quite a number of cool exhibits worth checking out so take your time and enjoy. Here's a couple of highlights. The vases from China are super cool how and when they got there is something that you'll find yourself remembering Then there's the Limoges cup and tea set. Make sure to check each one as it has a different scene. Skip the fashion rooms unless you're into that. Make sure to check the gigantic mirror and chandler On the other side of the building is a really cool staircase and further more are B&W pictures and a relic in a sealed case ( I'm such a tease ) Have fun.

In spite of the posted hours on Yelp and the Macay's own website, the museum is temporarily (and…read morelikely permanently) closed.

If you have time to visit just one museum during your stay in Mérida, visit MACAY. It's big, so…read moregive yourself one to two hours to enjoy the exhibits in the high-ceilinged airy galleries. The MACAY galleries have A/C. Note that the museum entrance is in the middle of the high-arched corridor (Pasaje de la Revolución ) adjacent to the San Ildefonso Catheral (the oldest church in the Western Hemisphere) that connects Calle 58 with Calle 60. Though a sign at the entrance indicated a nominal admission fee, we were admitted for free, and photos without flash are permitted. If you have a daypack or other large bag, you will need to check it in at the entrance. The emphasis at MACAY is architectural design, with a nice mixture of media presented (with lots of photos). The displays are weighted heavily towards buildings in the Federal District (Mexico City). You will find works by Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo here. This famous couple had a passionate relationship, but could only take each other in limited doses. That being the case, they built his and her houses with a covered catwalk between the two homes.

Beautiful building from 1800's still in use. Open to public. Free admission. Outstanding murals…read more In the Grand Plaza. A must see

The Palacio de Gobierno is located on Merida's Plaza Grande, and I had heard it was worth a visit…read more It's true! The Palacio is a government building that houses some executive government offices and a tourist office. It was built in 1892, so the architecture is impressive. But that's not why you're there. You're there for the murals! So say buenos dias to the guards stationed out front and wander in. The large (and incredible!) murals on the main staircase and under the arcades of the inner courtyard were created between 1971 and 1974 by Fernando Castro Pacheco, a local artist and a student of Diego Rivera. Beginning in the staircase, the paintings tell the story of the ancient Maya, the Spanish conquest, the Mayan rebellion and Mexican independence, one after the other. In the "Salón de la Historia de Yucatán" upstairs, there are more large oil paintings by the artist dating from 1978, which offer a fascinating journey through the history of the Yucatán Peninsula. Free to visit, the Palacio is a must see when you're in Merida. Those murals are spectacular and are a great way to orient yourself in Yucatecan history at the beginning of a trip; I'm so glad we visited on our first day when we arrived last week!

A beautiful exhibition space in downtown Mérida! They also have a cafe that serves coffee and tea,…read morewith good WiFi. It's a nice place to work leisurely sitting in the lovely courtyard. In the late afternoon/evening, you can enjoy music by a very talented pianist named Seth.

Not to slight the art in any way whatsoever, one great reason to visit the Centro Cultural De…read moreMérida Olimpo art museum is that the three galleries comprising this museum are air-conditioned. For the entire time I have been on the Yucatán Peninsula, there has been a persistent strong southeast wind pumping heat and humidity into the area from the Caribbean Sea, and a/c is worth its weight in gold. Very different than January 2005 when I was here and it was clear and dry. Admission is free. Photos without flash are allowed. Olimpo displays the recent work of regional artists. Much of the work was created at the arts center of Pátzcuaro. Plan on taking about an hour to visit all three galleries.

Good fresh pastries, though the croissants are not the traditional delicate, thin and flaky type…read more Chocolates treats were creamy and melted nicely in your mouth.