Santa Lucia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Lucia
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Chichen Pueblos Magicos,Izamal,Valladolid & Nool Ha Cenote Day Trip
Uxmal + Chocolate Museum ChocoStory
From Merida: Chichen Itza Tour, Izamal, Cenote Ik Kil and Food
Uxmal and Kabah Ruins Tour with Chocolate History
Las Coloradas, Río Lagartos and Playa Cancunito Tour from Mérida
4 Cenotes Tour in Homún all inclusive from Merida
Our pick of the best Santa Lucia Hotel Deals
Gamma Mérida El Castellano
Clean room - nice amenities
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Merida Centro by IHG
Staff were very helpful, room was clean and modern, loved cation excellent
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Hotel Maison del Embajador
We were very comfortable there.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Hotel Santa Lucía
Good budget hotel in a great location. The room was clean and comfortable. Front desk staff were pleasant and very helpful with our enquiries.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Hotel San Juan Mérida
This hotel is very central, for the price it’s in an excellent location. Comfortable bed, attentive staff. Note that the bar next door plays loud music most nights till quite late, didn’t bother me as I’m a heavy sleeper but if you’re a light sleeper this may be an issue. Had problems with the toilet ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Hotel Maya Yucatán
Muy centrico y em staff atento
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Lucia
Mérida Centro
Mérida Centro is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Paseo de Montejo and Plaza Grande while you're in town.
Barrio de Santiago
While visiting Barrio de Santiago, you might make a stop by sights like Casa Frederick Catherwood and Merida English Library.
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.
Zona Paseo Montejo
While visiting Zona Paseo Montejo, you might make a stop by sights like Paseo de Montejo and Paseo 60.
García Ginerés
When in García Ginerés, you can plan a visit to Paseo 60 and Casa Montes Molina Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
