Famous Things in Mexico: 51 Things You Must Do At Least Once!

February 26, 2024

famous things in mexico

Mexico was one of my first international trips, made during my early 20s. I loved it so much that I have been going back every few years since. It’s a country filled with intriguing ruins, rich culture, colonial architecture, both adrenaline and soft adventures, and amazing food. Here are my accumulated favorites of the famous things in Mexico that I recommend!

(Listed alphabetically)

1 Air Bike

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Riviera Maya. Xel-Há is an ecology and aquatic-themed park. There are lots of things to do in the park,  including “flying bicycles” where you are strapped into a bike-like contraption in which you can peddle around in the air attached to a zip line.

Click here to read 21 Fun Things to Do on Mexico’s Caribbean Coast.

2 Alebrijes

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Oaxaca. Mexican folk art alebrijes are whimsical animals carved from copal wood and then intricately hand-painted with natural dyes. One of the best places to see athe product from start to finish is at the Taller de Jacobo & María Angeles co-op. They offer hands-on instruction where the artisans will show you the various steps, and a gift shop where you can purchase alebrijes in every size and color imaginable. The most interesting are the “fusion” carvings which contain the characteristics of two or more animals.

Click here to read 12 Amazing Adventures in Oaxaca.

3 Baja Studios

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Rosarito. Baja Studios, formerly Fox Baja, is an American-owned film studio near the resort community of Rosarito. The studio is built alongside the ocean coastline, enabling an unobstructed view of the sea. Originally built for Twentieth Century Fox, it comprises the world’s largest stages and water tanks (20 million gallons) for filming movies such as Titanic, Master and Commander, All is Lost, and Little Boy. The Studio Tour, originally known as Foxploration offered visitors a range of exhibits from the Titanic and other movies shot at the studios. Unfortunately, the studio tour is not open to the public at present.

4 Beaches

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Mexico is known to have some of the most spectacular beaches in the world. Shimmering turquoise beaches on Mexico’s Caribbean Coast compete against luxurious resorts on the Pacific Coast. Add to that the affordability and safety of many of Mexico’s tourist areas, the charming colonial towns, and the delicious local food, and you have the recipe for the perfect for an outstanding vacation in Mexico.

Click here to read 10 Best Mexican Beaches.

5 Bufadora

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Ensenada. Just south of Ensenada, at the end of the Punta Banda peninsula is La Bufadora, the world’s second-largest marine geyser.  The waterspout is created when ocean waves and air are sucked into an underwater cave at the bottom of the cliff.  Water is expelled upwards with a roaring surge, reaching as high as 100 feet above sea level, and frequently onto the observation ledge, much to the delight of children and other spectators.  This natural wonder is a must-see and one of the popular things to do in Ensenada.

Click here to read Best Things to Do in Ensenada.

6 Callejón del Beso

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Guanajuato. Callejón del Beso (aka “the kissing street”) is a narrow alley with steep steps known for a tragic love story that draws couples to its site to kiss. According to local legend a wealthy young woman, whose bedroom window looked out onto the alley, fell in love with a young man from the wrong side of the tracks. The young man rented out the room in the building across from and they would secretly meet and kiss from their windows across the tiny alley. Unfortunately, the girl’s father found out, and in a fit of rage, stabbed his daughter to death, after which the young man then threw himself to his death in the alley below. Standing on the third step beneath the windows is said to bring good luck.

7 Cenotes

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Yucatan. A cenote is a natural sinkhole created when the ceiling of limestone bedrock collapses, partially exposing a cave opening into an underground river or waterhole. There are at least 6,000 cenotes or sinkholes scattered throughout the Yucatan Peninsula, thought to have been formed by the meteor that killed the dinosaurs and once used by the Mayans for sacrificial offerings.  Taking a refreshing swim in the cenotes is one of the famous things to do in Mexico that you should not miss!

Click here to read The Best Cenotes in the Mayan Yucatan.

8 Chocolate Workshop

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Riviera Maya. From the cocoa bean to the chocolate bar, this workshop takes adults and children hand-in-hand through the history of this ancestral fruit teaching them how to make chocolate as their Mayan ancestors used to do in the pre-Hispanic era. Simulating their sense of touch and taste, participants are shown how the cocoa seeds are collected, peeled, roasted, ground with metate, seasoned, and hand-molded.

9 Cliff Divers

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Alcapulco. Acapulco’s iconic tourist attraction, watching the cliff divers plunge from the 136-foot high “La Quebrada” cliff, has given visitors a rush of adrenaline since 1934. The danger is palpable as divers have just a small space in the gorge after entering the water at high speed to dodge the rocks at the bottom. I have to admit, it’s nerve-wracking to watch the incredible acrobatics of these courageous men.

Click here to read Best Things to Do in Acapulco.

10 Colonial Cities

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San Miguel de Allende. While I haven’t mentioned any particular towns to visit – and there are a lot of beauties – stunning San Miguel de Allende is in a class by itself and should not be missed. Just a few hours by car or bus from Mexico City, this colonial city is utterly enchanting. A favorite with ex-pats and tourists alike, it’s one of the few towns/cities where you’ll find English widely spoken. With cobblestone streets lined with pastel-colored Baroque Spanish architecture, and a gorgeous pink neo-Gothic church, UNESCO San Miguel was voted the “best city in the world” a few times by readers of Travel + Leisure and Conde Nast Traveler.

11 Day of the Dead

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While Americans are celebrating Halloween and All Saints’ Day, Mexico has its own sort of eerie celebration. Día de Muertos or Day of the Dead which began as a ritual by the Aztecs 3,000 years ago is now publically celebrated on November 2nd as a way to honor friends and family who have passed on.

Click here to read Halloween vs. Day of the Dead.

12 Diving MUSA

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Cancun. It’s surreal. 500 magnificent life-sized underwater sculptures created by British sculptor Jason de Caires Taylor and submerged 30 feet below the ocean surface in the Museo Subacuático de Arte, or MUSA, off the coast of Cancun, Mexico. The collection, entitled “The Silent Evolution” was generated as an alternate dive site focused on the creation of a new artificial reef. The relatively shallow depth also makes MUSA a good option for a first-time scuba dive.

Click here to read Scuba Diving Cancun’s Underwater Museum.

13 El Arco de Cabo San Lucas

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Cabo San Lucas. As perhaps the most recognizable and iconic landmark in all of Baja, any trip to Cabo San Lucas would be incomplete without taking a boat to see the famous natural stone Arch at “Land’s End” on the southern tip. One side of the arch overlooks the stunning Sea of Cortez, while the other views the Pacific Ocean. Sea lions are often seen sunning at the arch and on nearby Lover’s Beach which is also only accessible by boat.

Click here to read Best Things to Do in Cabo San Lucas.

14 Fish pedicure

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Cancun. Garra rufa fish, also known as “doctor fish” are becoming increasingly more popular as a means to remove dead skin from the feet. The tiny fish are added to a sterilized communal footbath for each customer. Having no teeth, they suck the dead skin off, making the surface of your feet smoother. Disclosure: if your feet are ticklish, the fish pedicure is pure torture!

Click here to read 21 Fun Things to Do on Mexico’s Caribbean Coast.

15 Flamingos

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Celestun. Celestun is a sleepy little fishing village on the western side of the Yucatan peninsula. The attractive beach is uncrowded, and you can dine on freshly caught seafood overlooking the sea. However, most people don’t come to Celestun for pretty beaches – they come for the pretty flamingos. You’ll want to take an eco-tour boat trip through the lush mangroves of Reserva de la Biosfera Ría Celestun (Celestun River Biosphere Reserve).

Click here to read What to See on a Yucatan Road Trip.

16 Freda Kahlo Home

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Mexico City. Always a fan of Mexican folk art, I became enamored with Frida Kahlo’s incredible story of overcoming horrendous injuries and anguish from a bus crash after surviving my own similar ordeal. Her home, known as Casa Azul (Blue House), is filled with her life – her paintings, furnishings, mementos, jewelry, and an entire wing dedicated to her exquisite clothing. The woman had style and spirit.

Click here to read Best Things to Do in Mexico City.

17 Glamping

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Tulum. Our glamping experience included a large yurt with a soaring ceiling, a comfy king-sized bed and sitting area with 2 chairs, a table, and a lamp,  an outdoor bathroom surrounded by jungle, with a toilet at one end, shower at the other, and large vanity and round hanging mirror in the middle. The best part was we had our own private cenote.

Click here to read Best Tulum Activities.

18 Grutas Tolantongo

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Hildago. Grutas Tolantongo is a box canyon and resort in the Mezquital Valley boasting a complex of caves, a surreal array of natural hot springs, and turquoise thermal pools (said to have healing properties) cascading down the 4,000-foot volcanic mountain. The site also has caves and tunnels, waterfalls, the crystal aqua blue Tolantongo River, a suspension bridge, a zipline, a few small restaurants, and a (rustic) hotel. Note that the entire site is cash only, including the hotel, and English is not spoken. Grutas Tolantongo was one of the best experiences in Mexico.

19 Hacienda Visit

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Pueblo Telchac and Merida. Haciendas are huge plantations and factories that were once a prevalent part of the Mexican culture. During the Mexican Revolution, these haciendas diminished and most remaining today are used as hotels or businesses. We stayed in one just outside of Merida; we also visited one in the Yucatan where Angela Dammon was in the process of restoring it, growing henequen for commercial products, and raising her family.

Click here to read Raising a Family and Running a Hacienda in Mexico.

20 Hierve el Agua

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Oaxaca. Hierve Agua (“the water boils”) is a unique ecotourism destination and one of the most picturesque photo opportunities. The natural mineral springs bubble up from the earth, releasing oxygen into the two turquoise pools perched atop a cliff with the Sierra Madre mountain range as a backdrop. Breathtakingly beautiful and beneficial – the minerals in the water are said to be healthful and skin-softening. In addition to the (cold) mineral pools, you can see the “petrified” waterfalls that are created by mineral water pushing through the limestone.

Click here to read 12 Amazing Adventures in Oaxaca.

21 Horseback on the Beach

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Rosarito. While many tourist spots in Mexico offer horseback riding, my favorite place for riding horses along the beach was in Rosarito Beach on the Baja Peninsula.

Click here to read Best Things to Do in Rosarito Beach.

22 Hussong’s Margarita

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Ensenada. Visiting the place where the margarita originated is a must-do of the famous experiences in Mexico! Hussong’s Cantina is the best-known and said to be the oldest watering hole in Mexico and has a rich history of famous (and infamous) patrons, with décor reminiscent of old Mexico.  In 1941, bartender Don Carlis Orozoco invented the margarita here.  Enjoy the mariachis, but don’t be fooled by the somewhat diminutive margarita glasses – Hussong’s libations are high-octane.

Click here to read Best Things to Do in Ensenada.

23 Jet Pack

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Cancun. If you’ve ever dreamed of flying, here’s where technology will let you live out that fantasy. This is a pure adrenaline rush.   Strap on a water-propelled jetpack and begin the process of soaring up to 40 feet above sea level. Disclosure: getting up over the water is actually very, very difficult, although the instructors (one talking to you via a microphone in your helmet and one in the water with you) are quite patient.

Click here to read 21 Fun Things to Do on Mexico’s Caribbean Coast.

24 Kayaking

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Bacalar. The Mexico Caribbean coast has the perfect conditions for kayaking. There are many places to give it a try. Our favorite was out in the calm lagoon of Los Rapidos. The color of the water was surreal and passing the fossilized stromatolites was beyond fascinating.

Click here to read Things to Do on Isla Holbox – Mexico’s Best Island.

25 Los Rapidos

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Bacalar. Los Rápidos aka “The Narrows,” is the narrow channel that connects the lagoon of Bacalar with the lagoon of Xul-Ha, creating a strong current down the channel where you can float. Because of the limestone bottom, the crazy turquoise color of the channel is surreal. The channel is lined on both sides with stromatolites (sedimentary formations created by colonies of microorganisms.) These fossils are the oldest forms of life, allegedly appearing between 2.5 and 1 billion years ago, and are found in very few places on Earth.

Click here to read Things to Do on Isla Holbox – Mexico’s Best Island.

26 Lucha Libra

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Mexico City. The Arena México is where it’s at for stunts, drama, and every kind of freestyle wrestling trick. The masked fighters’ (luchadors) ostentatious personalities are displayed by their equally flamboyant masks, and rippling muscles are openly displayed in their colorful spandex costumes. Masks of every type are sold outside the arena and a few guests (that would be moi) even don them as they cheer at the raucous pop-culture spectacle. Like American wrestling, the matches are obviously choreographed, but that doesn’t take away from the fun and encourages audience participation.

Click here to read Best Things to Do in Mexico City.

27 Mariachi

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You can hear mariachi pretty well everywhere in Mexico. Mariachi has a history dating back to the 18th century. It was heavily promoted after the Mexican Revolution to help the country establish some sort of national identity.

If you’re celebrating a birthday at a restaurant in Mexico, ask the mariachi band to play Las Mananitas, Mexico’s traditional birthday song. For my birthday, they even invited me up to sing karaoke with them.

Click here to read What to Do in La Paz, Mexico.

28 Merida Light Show

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Merida. Merida Cathedral is 400 years old and was the first cathedral to be built in Latin America. At night the Cathedral has a spectacle where it is illuminated with many lights and history during the presentation of “Piedras Sagradas,” or “Sacred Stones” projected on the façade. This very visual history lesson teaches the construction of the current building that stands on the remains of the ancient Maya city, T’Hó.

Click here to read the Ultimate Guide to Merida.

29 Mezcal Tastings

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Oaxaca. Mezcal is the “in drink” in Mexico – the “new tequila,” whose increasing popularity has seen exports grow 80% and more than 1.1 million liters per year.  Unlike tequila which is now mass-produced, mezcals are hand-crafted using artisan techniques that have not changed for hundreds of years. Ninety percent of mezcal is produced on small artisanal farms in Oaxaca, with each farm creating its own unique flavor. In Oaxaca, they say “Para todo mal, mezcal, y para todo bien, también,” which means “For every ill, Mezcal, and for every good as well.”

Click here to read Organically Grown Mezcal.

30 Mayan Ruins

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Thousands of years ago, different cultures lived, thrived, and built their cities in Mexico. The Mayans, Aztecs, Zapotecs, and other Mesoamerican civilizations are just some of the many civilizations whose mighty empires once dominated modern-day Mexico and Central America. The once-grand cities of Mesoamerica are now overtaken by the jungle and immortalized in various stages of crumbling decay.

Click here to read 10 Best Mexican Ruins.

31 Parasailing

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You never forget your first time… and while I have parasailed many times since, that first time in my early 20s was memorable for so many reasons. I did the parasail on the beach outside my hotel. After watching in horror as the two people before me failed miserably – the first man completely wiped out when landing, and the second man flailing wildly and painfully in the air as he went airborne with his harness cutting into his manparts – I begged the two young Mexican men several times to “POR FAVOR! POR FAVOR! Catch me when I land!” They obliged! I landed so softly that the tips of my toes barely touched the sand!

Click here to read Best Things to Do in Acapulco.

32 Nude Beach

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Playa Zipolite. Cliff-framed Zipolite is a pristine, gold-sand beach with sparkling blue-green water. The waves and undertow can be quite rough, giving caution to swimmers, but desirable for surfing. It is known for its distinct hippie vibe, as well as being one of Mexico’s very few swimsuit-optional beaches.

Click here to read Best Things to Do in Playa Zipolite.

33 Peña de Bernal

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San Sebastian Bernal. Peña de Bernal is a 1,421-foot monolith similar to Devils Tower in Wyoming. The monolith was sacred to the Indigenous Otomí-Chichimeca people long before the arrival of the Spanish. Located in the tiny Pueblo Magico of San Sebastian Bernal, the impressive monolith is one of the 13 Natural Wonders of Mexico and was just recently listed as the “tallest freestanding monolith in the world.”

Hikers can ascend a moderately challenging route to the summit along a steep, well-maintained, trail. Near the top, the path becomes steep and slippery, and there are parts where I had to scramble as well as one part that I was only able to do by holding onto the cable along the side of the stone. I will say it was much scarier coming DOWN holding onto that chain, and I may or may not have whimpered a little until Kary came to help me. Still, I was determined to do this hike, if only to brag that I defeated this 8-million-year-old UNESCO World Heritage Site.

34 Pueblo Magicos

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To encourage tourism to other parts of the country, the Secretariat of Tourism in Mexico designated certain towns as Pueblos Mágicos (Magic Towns). Originally 32 towns, the list of charming villages has grown to 177, encompassing much of the country.

The designation is a win-win – bringing in tourists to experience the charming towns as well as allowing residents to improve their standard of living.

35 Punta Mosquito Sandbar

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Isla Holbox. Punta Mosquito is a sandbank on the northern tip of Isla Holbox. At low tide, you can walk on the water as a stretch of sand eventually takes place under your feet. It’s an ethereal feeling as you stand on the sand with water as far as you can see on all sides. It’s also a well-known spot for birding. To access the sandbar, start out in front of the iconic Las Nubes Hotel. Be sure to check when the tide is due to come back in if you do not want to get wet or have to swim ashore.

Click here to read Things to Do on Isla Holbox – Mexico’s Best Island.

36 River Tubing

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Riviera Maya. A visit to Xcaret Park (in Riviera Maya) is one of the best things to do in the Yucatan and one of the most fun places to pursue outdoor adventures. Grabbing an inner tube for a one-hour float down the lazy river is just one of the activities to do in this park.

Click here to read 21 Fun Things to Do on Mexico’s Caribbean Coast.

37 Snorkel with Whale Sharks

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Isla Mujeres. This is one of the most incredible and memorable experiences in all of Mexico, perhaps in the entire world. Migrating just off the coast of Isla Mujeres near Cancun, these behemoth creatures are gentle and don’t seem to mind humans snorkeling close to them. Whale sharks are filter feeders and eat only plankton and can grow to 40 feet long. Their visits are seasonal, though, so make sure to check with a tour and see if they will be in the Yucatan area before visiting.

Click here to read about my mind-blowing whale shark snorkeling encounter!

38 Speedboat in Mangroves

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Cancun. Drive your own 2-person speed boat through the mangrove-lined channel. It’s fun to catch some air as you accelerate along the 45-minute ride in Cancun’s lagoon. As part of this tour, you’ll go out to Punta Nizuc, part of the world’s second-largest coral reef for a snorkeling opportunity with vibrant marine life.

Click here to read 21 Fun Things to Do on Mexico’s Caribbean Coast.

39 Strange Food

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Clams dipped in chocolate?  Hardly!  These mollusks are so named for their brown outer shell.  They are served open with fresh lime which you are instructed to squeeze onto the live meat and watch the clam move.  Then… you eat it — while still moving!   Another thing to try is the chapulines (grasshoppers) fried and chopped up to eat with guacamole and chips.

Click here to read What to Do in La Paz, Mexico.

40 Swim with Sea Lions

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La Paz. Resting lazily on the brilliant blue-green waters of the Sea of Cortez, La Paz was deemed “the world’s aquarium” by Jacques Cousteau because of the abundance and variety of sea life cushioned within its depths.  Take a short boat to the protected waters of Isla Epiritu Santo Island where you’ll find a rocky outcrop hosting a colony of wild sea lions.  Don your wet suit and snorkel gear and slip into the chilly water and you’ll find yourself face-to-face with a baby sea lion, ready for play.

Click here to read Personal Encounter with Baby Seal in La Paz.

41 Swim with Sea Turtles

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Akumal. The name “Akumal” comes from the Mayan word for “place of the turtles” and this Riviera Maya town has gained notoriety as one of the best places where turtles arrive every year to lay their eggs on the beach. You can spot and sometimes even swim with sea turtles at Akumal.

Click here to read 12 Fun Cities on the Mexican Caribbean Coast.

42 Sunset at Punta Cometa

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Mazunte. Punta Cometa (Comet Point) is a rocky outcropping, jutting out from the west end of Mazunte Beach. It’s the southernmost point of the state of Oaxaca with views over the peninsula creating a stunning sunset panorama. It’s about a 30-minute uphill hike along a wooded and rocky path to get to the point, but beware that the walk back, while downhill and easier, gets dark quickly after sunset.

Click here to read 12 Amazing Adventures in Oaxaca.

43 Surfing

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Playa Zipolite. Waves are strong on Playa Zipolite, particularly in the afternoon, making it a popular spot for surfing.  Caution should be exercised because the undertow is always strong.  If you’re a beginner, no need to worry…. it’s easy to find locals willing to give private lessons close to shore.

Click here to read Best Things to Do in Playa Zipolite.

44 Tacos al Pastor

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Mexico City.  You can order street food from El Huequito or go inside where they have several tables where you can order and eat your food. The big draw here is the El Pastor Especial – a taco piled with pork slices from a roasted spit, guacamole, and other toppings. It’s as tasty as can be and was as big as my head and SO delicious!

Click here to read Best Things to Do in Mexico City.

45 Teotihuacan Balloon

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Mexico City. Teotihuacan (“place where gods were born”) is an ancient Mesoamerican city located 30 miles northeast in the Valley of Mexico. Construction of this important archeological site began around 300 BC and it was the largest pre-Columbian city in the Americas, reaching a total population of 150,000 in its heyday. It’s known for the Aztec practice of human sacrifice. Teotihuacan is best seen from above, in a hot air balloon where you can view the Pyramid of the Sun and Pyramid of the Moon.

Click here to read Best Things to Do in Mexico City.

46 Temazcal

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Oaxaca. Meaning “house of heat,” a temazcal is an indigenous Mayan sweat lodge experience and spiritual ceremony. Handing you a bouquet of aromatic, long-stemmed basil, you are led into what looks like a large, round brick oven. Inside the dark hut, tiny chairs surround a blazing fire pit, enough to seat 14 people, shoulder-to-shoulder. The door is sealed, and a loud hissing noise erupts as the shaman pitches mezcal onto the fire, shooting flames across the ceiling. After being anointed with various concoctions of honey, chocolate, fruit purée, and rose water, you then endure the ongoing spiritual cleansing ceremony of the mezcal ceiling fire so hot you are told to “breathe through your mouth because your lungs are not used to such heat.” Finally, you are allowed to rise off and exit the clay oven. It is alleged that it promotes healing and physical well-being, releases your fears, and makes you feel incredibly at peace afterward. Note: temazcal is not for the claustrophobic.

Click here to read 12 Amazing Adventures in Oaxaca.

47 Tlacolula Market

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Oaxaca. This frenetic and vibrant Sunday market is on the town’s main street, where indigenous people from nearby villages come to sell everything imaginable from meats – cooked and alive – mezcal bottles with scorpions resting on the bottom, pottery, embroidered clothing, kitchen gadgets, and souvenirs. It’s an eruption of color and culture and a photographer’s dream.

Click here to read 12 Amazing Adventures in Oaxaca.

48 Wine Region

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Valle de Guadalupe. Move over Napa! The heart of Mexico’s wine district – the Valle de Guadalupe wineries in Baja, Mexico – is demanding critics’ attention. Off the beaten path, but rapidly gaining respect is Adobe Guadalupe – a vineyard, winery, stables, and sprawling hacienda open to tourists.  It’s an easy drive from southern California or the north Pacific coast of Baja to the Valle de Guadalupe wineries.

Click here to read The Best Valley de Guadalupe Winery.

49 Xochimlco

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Mexico City. The canals and floating gardens of Xochimilco are one of the historic treasures of Mexico and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located in an outlying borough of Mexico City, the brightly painted trajineras – wooden pole boats – are Mexico’s version of Venice. The boats are slowly guided through the flower-laden canals and man-made islands, sometimes passing boats with mariachis or vendors selling food, blankets, or tchotchkes. The canals are one of the last vestiges of the extensive network of ancient waterways remaining in the sprawling megalopolis.

Click here to read Best Things to Do in Mexico City.

50 Zapotech Ruins

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Oaxaca. Although Monte Alban is better-known, the lesser-visited Mitla UNESCO archaeological site is just as impressive in its own way. Originally an important Zapotec ceremonial center, Mitla contains a series of structures adorned in finely cut stonework and mosaics. The site is believed to date back to the last two or three centuries before the arrival of the Spanish. A 16th-century Spanish church was constructed right in the middle of the site; you can see some of the original stonework that was removed from the original ruins and used for the church.

Click here to read 12 Amazing Adventures in Oaxaca.

51 Zipline

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Puerto Vallarta. The Los Veranos canopy tour in Puerto Vallarta was my first zipline experience and decades later remains my favorite. The high adrenaline activity contains the country’s longest zipline is approximately 3,939 feet in length with a speed reaching up to 62 miles per hour.

Click here to read Best Things to Do in Puerto Vallarta.

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About the Author

Patti MorrowPatti Morrow is a freelance travel writer and founder of the award-winning international blog Luggage and Lipstick and the southern travel blog Gone to Carolinas. TripAdvisor called her one of the “20 Baby Boomer Travel Bloggers Having More Fun Than Millennials” and she was named one of the “Top 35 Travel Blogs” in the world.

She is also the star of the upcoming TV series “Destination Takeover” which is scheduled to premiere in the next few months.

Patti is the author of the book “Girls Go Solo: Tips for Women Traveling Alone,” and has over 150 bylines in 40 print and online publications, including The Huffington Post, International Living Magazine, Washington Post Sunday Travel, Travel Girl, Travel Play Live Magazine, and Ladies Home Journal. She has traveled extensively through six continents looking for fabulous destinations, exotic beaches, and adventure activities for her Baby Boomer tribe.

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