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Campeche / Where pirates once roamed

MeowScore 😻91/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😻
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

December

Experience the vibrant Mexican holiday celebrations

🎉
january

Experience the colorful carnival in Campeche

🏛️
february

Enjoy the mild weather and visit ancient ruins

🐋
march

See the majestic whalesharks off the coast

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april

Explore the picturesque streets and taste the local cuisine

🎂
may

Celebrate the anniversary of the city's founding

👥
june

Take part in the colorful traditional religious processions

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july

Enjoy the refreshing sea breeze and relax on the beach

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august

Experience the vibrant traditional dance festival

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september

Witness the incredible migration of monarch butterflies

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october

Explore ancient Mayan sites and artifacts

💀
november

Take part in the Day of the Dead celebrations

🎄
december

Experience the colorful traditions of Christmas and New Year

⚖️

Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The shopping situation in Campeche is fairly priced but not super cheap. You can find good deals, but some things are more expensive than expected.

Check out the local markets for fresh produce and bargaining opportunities. Stick to street food for affordable eats.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

historic sites

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

historic sites

Small city, main attractions within walking distance.

Tipping

10-15%

Standard Latin American tipping customs.

Tipping

10-15%

Standard Latin American tipping customs.

Cash is preferred. Splitting the bill is common. Ask for separate tickets (cuentas separadas) before ordering.

internet situation

good Speed

Some areas have fast internet, some are slower.

great Availability

Most places have access to internet.

great Cellular

Good coverage throughout the city.

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

MXN

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Sidewalks and parks

LGBTQ hostile

Mixed attitudes

Cat heaven! Brightly coloured buildings, fishy smells and plenty of sunspots for cats to laze in.

Cat owners will appreciate the city's well-preserved feline history with cat statues all over.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Malecon de Carmen
🐈
Museum of Mayan Architecture
🐆
Calakmul Biosphere Reserve
🐾
Edzna Archaeological Zone
🌇
San Francisco de Campeche

The mainstream

🌊
Malecon de Carmen

A purrfect spot to relax and enjoy the ocean breeze, with a long seafront boardwalk lined with palm trees, benches, sculptures, and restaurants. Cat-ters to all ages and tastes, from families with strollers to couples with claws entwined.

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🐈
Museum of Mayan Architecture

A furrific museum showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the Mayan civilization, through artifacts, models, maps, and interactive exhibits. Cat-tends to be quiet and uncrowded, ideal for a leisurely and informative visit.

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🐆
Calakmul Biosphere Reserve

A vast natural sanctuary with diverse ecosystems, ranging from rainforests to savannas to wetlands. Home to many wild cats, such as jaguars, pumas, ocelots, and margays. Cat-tivating for adventurous hikers, birdwatchers, and stargazers.

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Edzna Archaeological Zone

An ancient city with impressive Mayan architecture, including temples, pyramids, ball courts, and an observatory. Purrticularly interesting during the equinoxes, when the sunlight and shadows create optical illusions. Don't miss the carved stone lintels with feline motifs!

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🌇
San Francisco de Campeche

A charming colonial city with colorful buildings, cobblestone streets, and a beautiful seafront promenade. Cat-tastic views from the historic forts, such as El Palacio de Gobierno and Fuerte de San Miguel. Meow-velous cuisine and shopping options.

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Off the beaten path

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Casa 6
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Cenote San Lorenzo Oxman
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Mangroves of Celestún
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Edzna
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Hecelchakán

Off the beaten path

🎯
Casa 6

A contemporary art gallery that showcases the work of emerging Mexican artists and hosts cultural events.

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🏊
Cenote San Lorenzo Oxman

A natural sinkhole surrounded by lush vegetation and a peaceful swimming spot for cats to cool off in.

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🏝
Mangroves of Celestún

An eco-tourism paradise where cats can observe flamingos, crocodiles, and other wildlife while navigating winding waterways.

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🦌
Edzna

A majestic Mayan ruin site with impressive architecture, surrounded by lush vegetation and wildlife.

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🌍
Hecelchakán

A charming colonial town with colorful houses, a lively market, and a beautiful church.

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Sidewalks and parks

LGBTQ hostile

Mixed attitudes

Mindful meoweler tips

The Walled City of Campeche

The city's historic center is surrounded by beautifully preserved walls whose purpose was once to defend the city from pirate attacks.

Cats in Campeche

Cats are just as prominent as humans in Campeche and are often found lounging around the city's historic center.

Mayan Ruins

Within an hour's drive from Campeche, you can visit the ancient Mayan ruins of Edzná featuring massive pyramids and an impressive ball court.

Colonial Architecture

The city's buildings are adorned with colorful facades and ornate balconies that are representative of its colonial heritage.

Yucatecan Cuisine

Campeche is a great place to sample the Yucatecan cuisine with dishes like poc chuc, cochinita pibil, and sopa de lima.

Useful external sites

www.visitmexico.com/en/main-destinations/yucatan-peninsula/campeche

Visit Mexico↗

Official tourism website of Mexico with information on attractions, activities, and travel destinations in Campeche.

www.lonelyplanet.com/mexico/yucatan-peninsula/campeche-state

Lonely Planet↗

Travel guide with information on best things to do, places to stay, and tips for traveling in Campeche

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g150812-Campeche_Yucatan_Peninsula-Vacations.html

TripAdvisor↗

Traveler reviews and information on hotels, restaurants, and attractions in Campeche

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