
Mexico Travel Guide - Travel Insights and Tips!
Traveling to Mexico? Top travel insights, ideas and the best Mexico travel itineraries, destinations and tours. Get connected with local Mexico travel experts!
Overview
With its rich cultural heritage, world-class cuisine, epic landscapes, stunning architecture, fascinating cities, and a vast coastline with diverse marine life, Mexico is easily one of the most enjoyable tourist destinations in the world. If you are planning a trip to Mexico, our Mexico travel guide provides reliable insights to make your trip memorable.
We recommend starting with things to do in Mexico, then proceeding to the best time to visit Mexico and how many days to spend in Mexico. Would you rather visit Mexico in winter to enjoy the ultimate skiing experience? Or, prefer Mexico in December, when the weather is pleasant to hit the sun-kissed beaches?
Perhaps you are more of an inland person, in which case Mexico in October or Mexico in November may be just right for you. As this is the low tourist season, you will have plenty of time to marvel at ancient pyramids and modern street art, or simply enjoy sightseeing and food tours in some of the world's vibrant cities.
Does not matter when you visit, you will never run short of fun things to do and places to visit in Mexico. Plan your itinerary with our Mexico tours, and enjoy your holiday.
Top Destinations in Mexico
Discover the highlights of Mexico.
When to visit Mexico
Read the below travel guides to find the best time to visit Mexico.
Mexico at a Glance
Quick facts about Mexico.
Capital City
Mexico City is the capital of Mexico. It is the largest and oldest city in North America and a global center for culture, tourism, education, and business.
Size
1,964,375 km2. The country is the 13th largest in the world, and the distance between key tourist destinations can be huge. Thankfully, the public transportation system is efficient and cost-effective. You can consider internal flights for some trips.
Country Code
You may dial Mexico from another country by using the country code 52. An area code comes after the 52 dialing code for Mexico.
Main Airport
The Mexican Nuevo Peso generally known as the Peso is the official currency of Mexico. The symbol is $ and the currency code is MXN. ATMs and currency exchange booths are available all over the country. Some Mexican service providers in popular tourist destinations do accept US dollars.
Visas
Depending on your nationality, you may need to apply for a visa before you can visit Mexico. We recommend checking your country’s travel advisories before booking a trip.
Language
The official language of Mexico is Spanish, and it is spoken by over 90 percent of the citizens. However, the country has more than 68 other languages. English is widely spoken in major cities across the country. Learning a few words and phrases goes a long way. Start with Hola, a customary local greeting.
Emergency Contact
911 is the national emergency number in Mexico. The number connects with all the relevant responders.
What's Unique
Some tourist destinations will not grant you access if you are wearing a chemical sunscreen. To be on the safe side, invest in 100% biodegradable sunscreen.
How long to stay in Mexico
Read about the ideal duration to stay in Mexico.
Mexico Tour and Holiday Packages
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FAQs for Mexico
Read the most frequently asked questions and answer about traveling to Mexico below.
Sustainable Travel – How to travel through Mexico responsibly
In line with Bookmundi's vision, we wish to provide our travelers with a sustainable travel experience through Mexico. As part of this effort, we carbon offset any Mexico tour that you purchase through us. You can read more details about our carbon offsetting efforts here.
Here's what you can do to travel through Mexico responsibly:
- Carbon-offset your transport to Mexico via Singapore airlines. The moment your tour starts in Mexico, and if you have purchased your tour through Bookmundi, we will carbon-offset your tour from its starting point to its ending point.
- You can also donate a small amount to Fondo Semillas a network for the conservation of sea turtles along the coast of Mexico.
- Ensure you wear 100% biodegradable sunscreen when touring Mexico. Chemical sunscreens are dangerous to aquatic life and some destinations would not grant you access if you are wearing one.
- Choose carbon-free transport options like cycling, walking, and kayaking whenever you can. And when you cannot, opt for public transportation.
Mexico travel tips and insights
- Keep the bottom part of your Mexico tourist declaration form (FMM) safe and secure. You’ll be required to turn it in before leaving the country. You will be fined if you misplace it.
- Mexican museums are typically closed on Mondays, and the traffic on weekends can be overwhelming. If you are planning to visit a museum, consider visiting during weekdays.
- Agree on your taxi fare before boarding. Some drivers may want to charge extra because you are a tourist. Alternatively, you can stick with radio taxis, which are much safer and more convenient.
- Monitor your country’s travel advisory for relevant safety information when traveling to Mexico. Although most parts of the country are safe, a few places may be dangerous for tourists and even locals.
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