The best museums in Mérida in September 2025

These are the top 10 best museums in Mérida, Mexico, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in Mérida? These are the best ones:

  1. Gran Museo del Mundo Maya de Mérida1

    Gran Museo del Mundo Maya de Mérida

     Mérida
    The Gran Museo del Mundo Maya de Mérida, situated in Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico, was officially opened to the public on December 21, 2012. This museum is dedicated to the historical and present Mayan cultures, providing visitors with a comprehensive understanding of the rich Mayan heritage.
  2. Museo Fernando García Ponce-MACAY2

    Museo Fernando García Ponce-MACAY

     Mérida
    The Museo Fernando García Ponce - MACAY is a museum located in Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico. It is dedicated to contemporary, pictorial, and sculptural art. The museum is a significant cultural institution in the region, showcasing a variety of art forms and styles.
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    Quinta Montes Molina

     Mérida
    This neoclassical villa built by a prosperous businessman now serves as a museum where everything is preserved in the original state.
  4. Museo de la Canción Yucateca Asociación Civil4

    Museo de la Canción Yucateca Asociación Civil

     Mérida
    The Museum of the Yucatecan Song, also known as Museo de la Canción Yucateca, is situated in the city of Mérida, in the Yucatán region of Mexico. It was founded in 1978 by Rosaria Cáceres Baqueiro with the aim of preserving and promoting the Yucatecan song, a unique musical genre. This museum serves as a testament to the rich musical heritage of the region.
  5. Museo Regional de Antropología de Yucatán, Palacio Cantón5

    Museo Regional de Antropología de Yucatán, Palacio Cantón

     Mérida
    The Palacio Cantón, located in Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico, is a significant historical building from the Porfirian era. It was originally the residence of the Cantón Rosado family and was constructed in the early 20th century. Today, it is home to the Museo Regional de Antropología de Yucatán, a museum dedicated to the region's rich anthropological history.
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    Museo de los Ferrocarriles de Yucatán

     Mérida
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    Parque Animaya

     Mérida
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    Museo de la Ciudad de Mérida

     Mérida
    The former palace is a honorable home to the cultural heritage collection related to the history of the city.
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    Museo de Historia Natural

     Mérida
    Newly renovated museum which presents the history of the local fauna and flora in an intriguing way. Great programs for the small ones.
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    Casa Frederick Catherwood

     Mérida
    Beautifully restored mansion, which has kept its ancient charm, houses a museum dedicated to the archaeology of Yucatan. A must-see!

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