Timeline
16:22
Start with a drink at La Negrita Cantina. This classic bar has been operating since 1917 and offers inexpensive tequilas and mezcal. It is the perfect place to settle in before the evening rush.
17:07
Museo Regional de Antropología
Walk to the Museo Regional de Antropología. The building itself is a grand mansion from Mérida's boom time, completed in 1914. Wander the grounds and find a quiet spot on the terrace or near the windows facing west.
17:37
Museo Regional de Antropología
Watch the sunset. On 15 January, the sun sets toward the WSW at 17:37, casting a golden glow over the historic architecture. The light begins to turn at 17:05, giving you time to set up your view.
18:22
End the night at Hennessy's Irish Pub. Located just a minute's walk from the museum, it offers good food and a relaxed atmosphere to unwind after the sunset.
Local tip
The museum is closed on Mondays. If you visit on a Sunday, admission is free for Mexican nationals and foreign residents.
Check before you go
- La Negrita Cantina opens at 12:00 and closes at 22:00.
- Hennessy's Irish Pub is open daily.
- The Museo Regional de Antropología is open Tue-Sun 08:00-17:00, with last admission at 16:40. Ensure you arrive before closing to access the grounds for the sunset.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Mérida (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).