Chelem Travel Guide
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.
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.
Celestun Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Celestun Beach during your travels in Mérida?
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.
Activities
Beach House Break
Sergio ́s Beach Party
kayak through mangroves to secret beach
Progreso: Escapatta beach club All-Inclusive Option
Progreso Xcambo Mayan ruins excursion and beach break
Progreso segway Sightseeing and Beach Break Adventure Excursion
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Other neighbourhoods around Chelem
Puerto Yucalpetén
While Puerto Yucalpetén may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Progreso Beach and Progreso Pier.
Chuburna Puerto
You might consider checking out Chelem Park while you're exploring Chuburna Puerto and the larger Progreso area.
Chuburná
If you're spending some time in Chuburná, Progreso Beach and Playa Uaymitun are top sights worth seeing.
Chicxulub Puerto
Travellers like the beaches in Chicxulub Puerto, and Playa Uaymitun is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Temanche
While there might not be top attractions in Temanche, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Dzibilchaltun Ruins and Yucatán Golf Club.
Fraccionamiento Las Américas
While there might not be top attractions in Fraccionamiento Las Américas, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Paseo de Montejo and The Harbor Lifestyle Mall.