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Where is Merida, Mexico

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

Mérida is the capital city of the state of Yucatán in Mexico. It is located in the southeastern part of the country, in the Yucatán Peninsula. Mérida is known for its rich history, colonial architecture, and vibrant cultural scene. It's a popular tourist destination and serves as a gateway to various archaeological sites and natural attractions in the Yucatán region, including the ancient Mayan ruins at Chichen Itza and Uxmal.

Merida Location Map, Mexico

Facts about Mérida, Mexico

Country	Mexico
State	Yucatán
Region	Southeastern Mexico (Yucatán Peninsula)
Municipal Seat	Mérida
Named After	Mérida, Spain (after Roman ruins resembling those in Yucatán)
Established	1542
Municipality Status	1918
Coordinates	20.9674° N, 89.5926° W
Total Area	858 sq km
Land Area	858 sq km
Water Area	Minimal
Population (2020)	921,771
Population Rank	Largest city in Yucatán state
Major City	Mérida
Main Industries	Tourism, Education, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Commerce
Major Airport	Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport (MID)
Time Zone	Central Time (UTC-06:00)
Known For	Mayan heritage, colonial architecture, safety, culture, proximity to cenotes
Website	https://www.merida.gob.mx

Top Attractions in Mérida, Mexico

Plaza Grande - main square surrounded by historic buildings and cultural life
Catedral de San Ildefonso - oldest cathedral in mainland Mexico
Paseo de Montejo - grand avenue lined with historic mansions and monuments
Gran Museo del Mundo Maya - modern museum dedicated to Maya culture and history
Palacio de Gobierno - historic government palace with murals depicting Yucatán history
Casa de Montejo - 16th-century mansion built by the city’s founder
Mercado Lucas de Gálvez - traditional market with local food and crafts
Parque de Santa Lucía - cultural plaza known for music and evening events
Cenotes near Mérida - natural sinkholes ideal for swimming and exploration
Nearby Uxmal - major Maya archaeological site and UNESCO World Heritage Site

Distance from Mérida to Other Mexican Cities

Mérida to Progreso - 35 km (22 miles)
Mérida to Campeche - 180 km (112 miles)
Mérida to Cancún - 305 km (189 miles)
Mérida to Playa del Carmen - 265 km (165 miles)
Mérida to Chetumal - 510 km (317 miles)
Mérida to Villahermosa - 550 km (342 miles)
Mérida to Veracruz - 860 km (534 miles)
Mérida to Oaxaca - 950 km (590 miles)
Mérida to Puebla - 1,050 km (652 miles)
Mérida to Mexico City - 1,300 km (808 miles)
Mérida to Guadalajara - 1,750 km (1,087 miles)
Mérida to Monterrey - 1,900 km (1,181 miles)

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