Timeline
16:06
Grab a coffee and a pastry. The original La Chaya Maya Centro is usually busy, but the energy is good for starting your evening. It opens early, so you will have no trouble finding a seat.
16:51
Walk to Casa Frederick Catherwood. Arrive just in time to see the golden light hitting the colonial architecture. The museum is open until 21:00, so you have plenty of time to browse the lithograph collection.
17:51
Head to La Chaya Maya Casona for dinner. This newer branch offers a more atmospheric setting in a historic colonial mansion. The food is excellent and the setting is perfect for an evening meal.
18:36
End the night at La Negrita Cantina. Operating since 1917, this classic spot is popular with both locals and tourists. The drinks are inexpensive and the atmosphere is lively as the night settles in.
Local tip
La Chaya Maya Centro is the original location and tends to be very busy, especially for Sunday comida. If you want a more relaxed start, the Casona branch is larger and less crowded.
Check before you go
- Casa Frederick Catherwood is open Mo-Sa 09:00-14:00 and 17:00-21:00.
- La Negrita Cantina is open Daily 12:00-22:00 with happy hour 17:00-19:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Mérida (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).