Mike&Duck Walking Tour Merida

The Mike&Duck Walking Tour is a walk through the most emblematic buildings in the heart of Mérida. The operator's aim is to make you feel you are stepping back in time while you learn about the history of the city and of the buildings you visit.

Along the route the guide talks about these important places and also about cenotes, their importance and how they formed, the Mayan aluxes, the equinox and more. The guide adds personal stories and some urban legends of the city.

The stops in the itinerary include a quick look inside the Montejo house (about 15 minutes) and a church that the operator says has the oldest wind organ and the largest Christ figure in America (about 10 minutes). At a park and a grand hotel, the conversation turns to sisal rope and modern slavery (about 15 minutes). You then visit what the listing calls the second most important church in Mérida, the church of the Third Order, and the José Peón Contreras Theater (about 20 minutes). The tour ends with a talk about the white chairs, also called confidant chairs (about 15 minutes).

On language, morning and evening tours are in English only. If you want Spanish, the operator asks you to get in touch to arrange a specific date and time. The description also mentions that Mexican nationals and residents with an official, current ID get a special discount when booking through the operator's website; check the terms there.

Morning and evening tours include a bag of Mexican candies, a bottle of water (or electrolytes) and a postcard-style picture of Mérida. The inclusions also list digital pictures of the historic center and three PDF documents with tourist information about the city and nearby places. Tips are not included.

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, infants must sit on an adult's lap and service animals are allowed. Public transportation options are available nearby. If you cannot see availability for a date or time, the operator invites you to get in touch. No meeting point is stated in the listing, so confirm it when you book.