Experience Mexico Day Trips & Sightseeing Tours

Travel Back in Time to Ancient Mayan Ruins with Mexico Tours

Mexico is a grand country offering a variety of beautiful coastal cities, ancient Maya temple complex, hidden but beautiful cenotes, and colorful colonial towns. Each region offers something unique for every travel style, from those looking to relax on white sand beaches or the history buff who wants to learn the rich history and culture of pre-colonial civilizations.

But where to begin? Well, first let's break down the top things to do in Mexico, including the must-see cities and the most popular attractions, before going through the various travel styles.

Top Cities and Attractions in Mexico

Of course, the capital of Mexico City is a great starting off point for any traveler. From here you can experience world renowned museums, including the National Museum of Anthropology to learn about Mexico's diverse cultures and the Palace of Fine Arts, home to artwork by world-renowned artists like Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera.

You can also use your time here to visit Teotihuacan, an extensive temple complex of pre-Columbian pyramids that offer a great introduction to Mexico's ancient history.

But beyond the capital, some of the top cities include:

• Cancun, Playa Del Carmen, and Riviera Maya - these three cities on the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula offer a variety of lovely beach resorts, letting you experience the natural beauty of Mexico's beaches
• Merida - on the northern edge of the Yucatan is the famed White City of Merida, a great citiy for exploring the Mayan ruins of the Yucatan, including Chichen Itza, Kabah, Uxmal, and Coba, as well as a variety of enchanting cenotes and lively haciendas
• Oaxaca - Southwest of the capital, this colonial city offers travelers a variety of local villages, hiking trails, and waterfalls to discover in central Mexico
• Guadalajara - Brewery aficionados will love this traditional city as it offers the perfect opportunities to visit agave plantations and learn how Tequila is made
• Los Cabo - Split between San Lucas , the Tourist Corridor, and San Jose del Cabo, this Baja California resort area is a great mirror to the Yucatan's, letting you explore the Pacific Ocean's beautiful beaches and coves

Travel Styles

As we mentioned above, Mexico offers a variety of styles depending on what type of Mexico holiday you want.

• Honeymooners and Relaxation - Los Cabo and the Cancun tourist areas are perfect escapes from life's worries, letting you relax at stunning beach resorts, tan by the beach, and lively dance clubs
• History Buffs - Mexico City is a perfect introduction to Mexico's history, but Merida also offers great hands-on exploration of the many Mayan ruins of the Yucatan
• Adventurers - There are many great opportunities to explore Mexico's natural wonders. Take to Oaxaca to explore the mountains and waterfalls of central Mexico or stay in Cancun to dive into the colorful waters or trek through amazing rainforests for tranquil cenotes.