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Where is Ciudad del Carmen, Mexico

Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Web Team | Updated On: February 08, 2026 12:41 PM ET

Ciudad del Carmen is a city in Mexico located in the state of Campeche. It is situated on the Yucatán Peninsula, along the Gulf of Mexico coast. Ciudad del Carmen is known for its connection to the oil industry, as it is home to significant oil exploration and production activities in the Gulf of Mexico. The city is an important center for the petroleum industry in Mexico and serves as a hub for offshore drilling and production operations. It is one of the major cities in the state of Campeche.

Facts about Ciudad del Carmen, Mexico

Country	Mexico
State	Campeche
Region	Southeastern Mexico (Gulf Coast)
Municipal Seat	Ciudad del Carmen
Named After	Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Established	1717
Municipality Status	1854
Coordinates	18.6534° N, 91.8245° W
Total Area	1,666 sq km
Land Area	1,440 sq km
Water Area	226 sq km
Population (2020)	248,303
Population Rank	Largest city in Campeche state
Major City	Ciudad del Carmen
Main Industries	Oil, Gas, Energy Services, Fishing, Commerce
Major Airport	Ciudad del Carmen International Airport (CME)
Time Zone	Central Time (UTC-06:00)
Known For	Oil industry hub, Isla del Carmen, Laguna de Términos
Website	https://www.carmen.gob.mx

Top Attractions in Ciudad del Carmen, Mexico

Playa Norte - popular beach known for calm waters and sunsets
Puente El Zacatal - iconic bridge connecting the island to mainland Campeche
Malecón de Ciudad del Carmen - seaside promenade ideal for walking and relaxing
Parque Zaragoza - central park and community gathering place
Victoriano Nieves Céspedes Museum - museum highlighting local history and culture
Iglesia de Nuestra Señora del Carmen - historic church and city landmark
Laguna de Términos - large coastal lagoon known for wildlife and boat tours
Playa Manigua - quieter beach area popular with locals
Centro Histórico - historic downtown with colonial-era buildings
Local Seafood Restaurants - well-known spots featuring fresh Gulf seafood

Distance from Ciudad del Carmen to Other Mexican Cities

Ciudad del Carmen to Campeche - 200 km (124 miles)
Ciudad del Carmen to Villahermosa - 180 km (112 miles)
Ciudad del Carmen to Mérida - 380 km (236 miles)
Ciudad del Carmen to Cancún - 640 km (398 miles)
Ciudad del Carmen to Chetumal - 680 km (423 miles)
Ciudad del Carmen to Veracruz - 760 km (472 miles)
Ciudad del Carmen to Tuxtla Gutiérrez - 520 km (323 miles)
Ciudad del Carmen to Oaxaca - 820 km (510 miles)
Ciudad del Carmen to Puebla - 900 km (559 miles)
Ciudad del Carmen to Mexico City - 1,100 km (684 miles)
Ciudad del Carmen to Guadalajara - 1,550 km (964 miles)
Ciudad del Carmen to Monterrey - 1,650 km (1,025 miles)

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