Popular places to visit
Progreso Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Progreso Beach, a popular beach in Mérida. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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.
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.
Yucatan International Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Yucatan International Convention Center during your trip to Mérida. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Mérida Cathedral
Visit chapels and survey impressive works of religious art inside this ancient church, an imposing building in the historical center of Merida.
Uxmal Archaeological Site
Learn about the local history of Santa Elena when you take a trip to Uxmal Archaeological Site. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the local chocolate shops and restaurants.
Things to do
Isla Columpios & Progreso Day Trip
Progreso Explore the xcambo mayan ruins and beach break
Day trip to El Corchito Ecological Reserve and Playa
Top hotels in Chelem
Jáalk'ab Cabañas
Overall it's a good place to visit.
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025
CASA BUDDHA CHELEM
La estadía muy bien, solo pasamos la noche, pero estuvo acogedor.
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
Flamingos Inn
in chuburna, 20 minutes from progreso - a nice beach getaway
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2025
Cabañas Frida
Me gustó la idea de Cabaña, muy bien las instalaciones
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Arenas Del Mar
Walking distance to the quiet beach. Condo is spacious and neighborhood is quiet. Near by town is Chelem 10 min drive. Owners are very nice.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2023
Casa Columpios playa alberca terraza familiar
Other neighbourhoods around Chelem
Puerto Yucalpetén
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Puerto Yucalpetén and surrounding area, you can visit Progreso Beach and Progreso Lighthouse.
Chuburna Puerto
Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Chelem Park while you're exploring Chuburna Puerto and the larger area.
Progreso Centro
While Progreso Centro might 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 Lighthouse.
Boulevard Turístico Malecón
While visiting Boulevard Turístico Malecón, you might make a stop by sights like Progreso Beach and Meteorite Museum.
Chicxulub Puerto
Travelers like the beaches in Chicxulub Puerto, and Playa Uaymitun is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Zona Industrial
While visiting Zona Industrial, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza Galerias Mall and Great Museum of the Maya World.
