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Mexico travel guides

Mexico is a versatile and rewarding country, attracting families and honeymooning couples alike. First time visitors, as well as those returning to explore some of Mexico’s lesser-visited regions, can use our travel guides to ensure that they make the most of their time in this diverse country.

Explore ancient ruins left over from the Aztecs, Maya and Toltecs, immerse yourself in the multitude of cultures which flourish in the colorful cities and highland villages, and unwind on the idyllic beaches that stretch along the coastline, lapped by turquoise waters.

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Our travel guides share our specialists' passion and knowledge for Mexico. We travel here regularly to discover new experiences, explore untried areas and dig deeper into the better-known places and attractions. At the same time, we gather advice and up-to-date information on the best-quality guides, new hotels and restaurants, and the most memorable forms of transportation.

  • Mexico’s Day of the Dead, demystified: a brief guide
    Day of the Dead parade in Mexico City

    Mexico’s Day of the Dead, demystified: a brief guide

    Mexico’s Day of the Dead, demystified: a brief guide

    An overview of Mexico’s Day of the Dead, by one of our Mexico specialists. Jeff outlines where to go in Mexico for the most vivid celebrations, ways you can get involved in the festivities and — crucially — what you might eat.

    6 min read

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  • Maya and Aztec Empires in Mesoamerica
    Palenque, Mexico

    Maya and Aztec Empires in Mesoamerica

    Maya and Aztec Empires in Mesoamerica

    Visit the fascinating remains and ruins of ancient civilizations, including the Aztec and Maya empires in Central America and Mexico.

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  • A first timer's guide to Chichén Itzá
    Chichén Itzá, Mexico

    A first timer's guide to Chichén Itzá

    A first timer's guide to Chichén Itzá

    An ancient Mayan capital and the most famous of all the archaeological sites on the Yucatán Peninsula, Chichén Itzá is not to be missed on a trip to Mexico.

    5 min read

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  • Honeymoons in Mexico
     Cenote in the Yucatan Peninsula

    Honeymoons in Mexico

    Honeymoons in Mexico

    Famous for its white sand beaches, turquoise sea and Maya ruins, Mexico makes an ideal destination for your honeymoon. Plan your trip with Audley and we'll recommend the most suitable accommodations to make your stay a memorable one.

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  • What to do in Mexico: our highlights guide
    Teotihuacán, Mexico

    What to do in Mexico: our highlights guide

    What to do in Mexico: our highlights guide

    Mexico’s character is many-sided. From cosmopolitan colonial cities and vibrant markets to mountain wilderness, sleepy Caribbean islands, vast cacti-covered deserts and a wealth of intriguing ancient ruins, specialist Carolyn shares her highlights.

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  • Family vacations in Mexico
    Temple of the Warriors, Chichén Itzá

    Family vacations in Mexico

    Family vacations in Mexico

    Audley travel specialist Anna shares her tips for where to go and what to do on a Mexico family vacation. Focusing on the Yucatán Peninsula, she explains how you can combine beach time with wildlife watching and visiting ancient ruins.

    10 min read

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  • Beach vacations in Mexico and Central America
    Tulum, Mexico

    Beach vacations in Mexico and Central America

    Beach vacations in Mexico and Central America

    Thinking of including some beach time in your Central America trip? We outline the best beaches in each country and why we’re especially drawn to them — whether it’s for their sand, their snorkeling, or their ambiance.

    6 min read

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  • Luxury vacations in Mexico
    Palacio de Bellas Artes, Mexico City

    Luxury vacations in Mexico

    Luxury vacations in Mexico

    Read our specialist's guide on Mexico luxury vacations, including the best ways to see its Maya ruins, towns and cities.

    8 min read

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  • The Maya civilization
    Tikal, Guatemala

    The Maya civilization

    The Maya civilization

    Discover the culture and history of a country on a tailor-made trip, with visits to explore famous sites and others not quite so well known but equally impressive.

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  • From tacos to tejate: Mexican food experiences to try on your trip
    Oaxacan food market

    From tacos to tejate: Mexican food experiences to try on your trip

    From tacos to tejate: Mexican food experiences to try on your trip

    Tacos, fresh tortillas, mole sauce, tejate, mezcal and more: Fenella from Audley’s Mexico team suggests experiences that might intrigue Epicurean-minded visitors to Mexico. All of them can be woven into your own tailor-made trip to the country.

    8 min read

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