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Merida is a vibrant city full of culture, history and tradition. Here we tell you all about this city and all the places we recommend going.

MID City Insider Card: Get Discounts at Over 50 Hot Spots in Yucatan

We have now officially launched the MID City Insider membership for MID CityBeat supporters! WHAT DO YOU GET?: A CARD WITH DISCOUNTS AT OVER 150 BUSINESSES AROUND MERIDA AND THE YUCATAN PENINSULA SPECIAL BI-MONTHLY NEWSLETTER WITH HOT TOPICS & INSIDER RECOMMENDATIONS  GOOGLE MAP OF OUR PERSONAL FAVORITE PLACES IN THE STATE WHATASAPP GROUP INVITE AND […]

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Restored 19th-century henequén hacienda Casa Club at Hacienda Kikteil near Mérida, showcasing award-winning interior design, garden views, and community gathering spaces within the residential development.

A Real Estate Project We’re Watching: Hacienda Kikteil

If you like keeping an eye on how real estate in Yucatán is evolving—especially projects that don’t feel rushed and clearly think beyond short-term trends—Hacienda Kikteil is one we’ve been quietly watching. Located just north of Mérida, this residential development comes from Desur, a long-established real estate and development company that has been working in

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Gifts

Holiday Shopping in Mérida 2025: Where to Buy the Best Local & Handmade Christmas Gifts

Shop Local • Shop Unique • Support Yucatán’s Creative Community The holidays are here, and there’s nothing we love more than celebrating the incredible talent, craftsmanship, and creativity of the local makers who make Mérida and the Yucatán Peninsula so special. From artisan jewelry to timeless handbags, ancestral spirits, and heritage footwear, these gifts carry

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ORIGINAL Yucatán 2025

 ORIGINAL Yucatán 2025: A Celebration of Mexico’s Living Textile Heritage

At the Salón de la Historia in the Palacio de Gobierno, we had the honor of attending the press conference announcing ORIGINAL: Encuentro de Arte Textil Mexicano—a major cultural event coming to Mérida for the first time after four successful editions in Mexico City. From October 16–19, 2025, the Centro de Convenciones Siglo XXI will

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Celebrate Janal Pixan in Mérida with the Festival de las Ánimas 2025

Janal Pixan in Mérida: Honoring Life and Death with Tradition, Music, and Culture

In Yucatán, Janal Pixan—meaning “Food for the Souls” in Maya—is more than a holiday. It is a deeply rooted tradition that blends ancient Maya beliefs with Catholic practices introduced during the colonial era. Known widely as Día de Muertos, this celebration honors loved ones who have passed, welcoming them back with offerings of food, flowers,

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Crowds waving Mexican flags at Plaza Grande in Mérida during Independence Day

Celebrate Mexican Independence Day in Mérida, Yucatán: What to See, Do & Eat

Every September, Mérida comes alive with music, food, fireworks, and patriotic pride as the city joins the rest of Mexico in celebrating El Día de la Independencia. This holiday, often mistaken for Cinco de Mayo by outsiders, is actually Mexico’s most important national celebration—commemorating the start of the fight for independence from Spain in 1810.

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Casa Aida in Mérida, Yucatán: Where Modern Comfort Meets Local Charm in Colonia Miguel Alemán

If you’re planning a visit to Mérida, Yucatán and searching for an Airbnb that feels like a home away from home, Casa Aida in Colonia Miguel Alemán is one of those hidden gems that checks every box. It’s comfortable, stylish, and located in one of the city’s most authentic, walkable neighborhoods. A House Designed for

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Salsa in Mérida

Where to Dance Salsa in Mérida: Best Classes and Nightlife Spots (2025 Guide)

Whether you’re a two-left-feet beginner or a smooth-moving salsero, Mérida is one of the most rhythm-filled cities in Mexico to learn and dance salsa. From energetic classes in colonial studios to live-band nights in atmospheric cantinas, the Yucatán capital offers plenty of ways to step into the beat. This 2025 guide rounds up the best

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MID City Beat’s top art exhibit picks in Mérida.

Mérida’s Art Scene: A Month of Openings, Collective Exhibits, and Creative Bloom in Merida, Yucatan

As Mérida’s art community continues to flourish, January brings a wave of exciting exhibitions and events that celebrate creativity, collaboration, and the power of visual storytelling. From luminous glass installations inspired by water to collective showcases of international and local talent, the city’s galleries are alive with color, emotion, and innovation. Here’s your guide to

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