What Are the Top Destinations in Mexico?

Mexico tours may include capital, beaches (Cancun, Los Cabos), ancient ruins (Chichén Itza, Palenque), indigenous culture (Oaxaca) and festivals.

Below are our most visited cities, destinations and national parks in Mexico.

Mexico City is one of the largest and busiest cities in the world. It is the heart of the country and center for everything modern and traditional for the rich and the poor. Visit for example the Zocalo and have some really nice food.

Oaxaca is a culturally very rich, but touristy city in central Mexico. It’s known for its colonial buildings, many of which are made from green volcanic stone. There are also many colorful murals.

Chichén Itzá is probably the most famous archeological site in Mexico and North America. About 1000-1500 years ago it was one of the largest Mayan cities and surrounded by myths and religious beliefs, The site features different architectural styles. "El Castillo" (the castle) was the way to the Sun and is still one of the most famous buildings.

Playa del Carmen is located on the Riviera Maya very close to Cancun with lots of hotels, restaurants and tourists. The water is clean and great for swimming, snorkeling and diving.

Teotihuacán is an ancient city north of Mexico City. Today it is mainly known for the large Pyramid of the Sun and the Pyramid of the Moon. Long ago Teotihuacan was the largest city in the Americas, believed a religious centre.

Cancun and Playa del Carmen are famous beach resorts on the Riviera Maya with the best hotels, bars and a lot of US-Americans.

Uxmal is an ancient Maya city in Mexico. It is considered one of the most important archaeological sites of Maya culture, along with Palenque, Chichen Itza and Tikal (in Guatemala).

Los Cabos is a municipality at the southern tip of Mexico's Baja California Peninsula. It includes the two towns of Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo. It is the starting point for snorkeling, diving and fishing activities in the surrounding waters.

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Google Map: Yucatan Adventure: Merida, Tulum & Jungle Swims
From/To
Merida ⇒ Cancun
Countries
Mexico
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Some bicycling is possible
Duration
6 days
Starting at
USD 679
Operator

Starting at

USD 679

6 days
Next Departure
10-Oct-2026
24-Oct-2026
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Google Map: Day of the Dead Experience 5D/4N (from Mexico City)
From/To
Mexico City (Round Trip)
Countries
Mexico
Travel Quality
Budget Travel
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Walking
Duration
5 days
Starting at
USD 709
Operator

Starting at

USD 709

5 days
Next Departure
30-Oct-2026
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Google Map: Central Mexico: Puerto Escondido, Mexico City & Epic Mountain Views
From/To
Mexico City ⇒ Puerto Escondido
Countries
Mexico
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Boattour category: Walkingtour category: Cooking

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Central Mexico: Oaxaca to Mexico City (7 days)
Duration
8 days
Starting at
USD 849
Operator

Starting at

USD 849

8 days
Next Departure
03-Oct-2026
17-Oct-2026
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Google Map: Oaxaca to Puerto Escondido: Day of the Dead
From/To
Oaxaca ⇒ Puerto Escondido
Countries
Mexico
Age Group
18 - 39 Years
Participants
Tours for Young Adults
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Duration
7 days
Starting at
USD 919
Operator

Starting at

USD 919

7 days
Next Departure
30-Oct-20264+
30-Oct-2027
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Google Map: Mexico City to Oaxaca: Pottery & Aztec Pyramids
From/To
Mexico City ⇒ Oaxaca
Countries
Mexico
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Cooking

Tour Variations:

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Mexico City to Oaxaca: Celebrate Day of the Dead (8 days)
Duration
7 days
Starting at
USD 1,012
Operator
-19%

Starting at

USD 1,249

USD 1,012

7 days
Next Departure
03-Oct-2026
05-Oct-20264+
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Google Map: Mexico City: Day of the Dead Original
From/To
Mexico City (Round Trip)
Countries
Mexico
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Boattour category: Walking
Duration
5 days
Starting at
USD 1,250
Operator

Starting at

USD 1,250

5 days
Next Departure
30-Oct-20262
29-Oct-2027
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Google Map: Day of the Dead in Mexico City
From/To
Mexico City (Round Trip)
Countries
Mexico
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Boattour category: Walkingtour category: Nature
Duration
6 days
Starting at
USD 1,449
Operator

Starting at

USD 1,449

6 days
Next Departure
30-Oct-20261
30-Oct-2027
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Google Map: Highlights of the Yucatán
From/To
Carmen ⇒ Merida
Countries
Mexico
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Kayak
Duration
8 days
Starting at
USD 1,279
Operator
-11.7%

Starting at

USD 1,449

USD 1,279

8 days
Next Departure
03-Oct-2026
17-Oct-2026
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Google Map: Essential Central Mexico
From/To
Mexico City (Round Trip)
Countries
Mexico
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Walking
Duration
9 days
Starting at
USD 1,444
Operator

Starting at

USD 1,449

USD 1,444

9 days
Next Departure
09-Oct-20262
23-Oct-20264+
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Google Map: Mexican Fiesta
From/To
Mexico City (Round Trip)
Countries
Mexico
Age Group
18 - 35 Years
Participants
Tours for Young Adults
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Boattour category: Sailingtour category: Naturetour category: Cooking
Duration
8 days
Starting at
USD 1,450
Operator

Starting at

USD 1,450

8 days
Next Departure
25-Oct-2026
26-Oct-2026
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