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A historical, cultural and gastronomic tour in Mérida with Gabriel Pech: EL MAYA

Duration: 1h and 30min
Languages: English, Spanish
Guru: Gabriel
Quality Verified Registered on October 09, 2023

My name is Gabriel Pech, journalist by profession, history buff and guide for 4 years in the city of Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico. I speak the Mayan language, and also English. For more than 10 years I have been promoting the use and customs of the Mayan culture in the state. It will be an honor to guide you in this beautiful colonial city called Mérida, a piece of paradise on the soil of Mexico. I am sure that you will enjoy this tour that aims to enrich and highlight the historical, cultural and recreational details of this beautiful city. On Sunday mornings we will visit the Lucas de Gálvez market to see the colorful fresh fruits of the region and the Sunday atmosphere.

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

The city of Mérida is a piece of Mayan paradise, with a lot of energy and a lot to tell along its beautiful colonial streets.
We will visit:  

  • Cathedral of San Idelfonso
  • The House of Montejo
  • Government Palace site of murals
  • The University of Yucatan
  • Church of the “Third Order”
  • “José Peón Contreras” Theater
  • Santa Lucia Park
  • Palace of the music


Likewise, if you are looking for recommendations for eating, cultural events and if you want to clear up doubts about a specific topic, I am here to support you.

I have been guiding in this city for approximately 4 years and I can honestly tell you that on each tour I give my best, with a lot of professionalism and respect for the history of this city.

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Parque de Santa Lucía, C. 60 476A, Pa...
    Parque de Santa Lucía, C. 60 476A, Parque Santa Lucia, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yuc., Mexico
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    I'll be waiting on the side of some giant chairs. I'll wear a pink cap.

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Teatro José Peón Contreras
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Rectoría El Jesús Tercera Orden
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Palacio de la Música
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Palacio de Gobierno
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Casa Montejo
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Catedral de Mérida - San Ildefonso

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

84 ratings
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4.92
Fun
4.76
Expression
4.87
Quality
4.87
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4.77
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Christina 18 May 2024
Sydney

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Travelled in couple - May 2024
We really enjoyed our evening walking tour with Gabriel. He was passionate about his Mayan culture and conveyed this very well as we walked the city and he was good at pointing out interesting details about the places we saw
Aaicha 17 May 2024

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Travelled in couple - May 2024
Gabriel gave an informative yet interesting tour. I sometimes find tour guides have memorised facts and repeat them to us but Gabriel delivered the information in a conversational way that kept things interesting. He also gave us some great recommendations for Merida.
Jessica 16 May 2024
Seattle

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Travelled in couple - May 2024
Very enjoyable tour! You could tell he was very passionate about his city and had many good tips on different subjects. He was personable and funny, and I learned a lot about the city.
José Vicente 13 May 2024
Mexico City

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Travelled in couple - May 2024
Excelente! Muy buen guía
Andy 08 May 2024
London

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Travelled in couple - May 2024
Gabriel is a fantastic guide and very proud Mayan. He is warm, knowledgeable and engaging, allowing us to quiz him on local and national history or culture. The time flew by in the heat and we were left wanting more. Thank you for your passion Gabriel!
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Not suitable for pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 5 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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