Tacos, tortillas and tequila. Frida and parties. Mariachi and mezcal. And yet, you've only scratched the surface of Mexico.
There is no way to cover everything in a week, month, or year. So choose your destination and immerse yourself in the local culture: explore pre-Columbian powerhouses and modern wonders, eat with the city at streetside stalls, and enjoy a warm welcome wherever you go.
For an extraordinary cultural getaway, there's nothing better than Mexico City. Here you can explore Frida Kahlo neighborhood Coyoacán, discover the Aztec ruins in the city center and enjoy the destination restaurants: the popular Pujol and Quintonil restaurants are good aperitifs.
For a seaside getaway, the Yucatán Peninsula is a dream destination on the Caribbean coast. Beyond the resorts of Cancun, there is Tulum, the yogis' favorite town, and Isla Holbox, a car-free town. And don't forget Chichen Itza – a new wonder of the world – or the cenote sinkholes that dot this jungle land.
On the Pacific coast, Baja California offers world-class whale watching and desert adventures, while Puerto Vallarta has shopping on paved roads and day trips to hidden villages.
Head to Chiapas to crane your neck at the soaring cliffs of the Sumidero Canyon and explore indigenous towns, while Oaxaca is arguably the country's culinary and artisanal capital.
Discover this chili-shaped country on a small-group adventure with Trips by Culture Trip. Each is led by one of our knowledgeable local insiders with expertly curated itineraries to go beyond the tourist traps. There's a getaway for every type of traveler, so whether you want to watch lucha libre in the capital, swim in wild cenotes in the Riviera Maya, or hike between the Tzotzil-Maya towns of Chiapas, there's something for you.
