MEXICO DESTINATIONS BY STATE

In this section, we delve into the highlights of each Mexican state, offering curated posts that showcase the best they have to offer. From the crystal-clear waters of Quintana Roo to the colonial splendor of Guanajuato, from the culinary capital of Oaxaca to the high-energy metropolis of Mexico City, we cover it all. Each post provides insights into the unique features of the state, including must-see sights, hidden gems, local cuisine, and cultural traditions.

QUINTANA ROO

Tulum Beach - how to get from Cancun to Tulum

Quintana Roo is the Mexican Caribbean State, with endless white-sand beaches, a turquoise blue sea, great diving and snorkeling, and world-class hotels. You can also find cenotes and interesting villages.

TULUM

12 Ways to Get From Cancun to Tulum [from Cancun Airport and Downtown]

The 9 Best Beaches of the Riviera Maya

37 Amazing Things To Do in Tulum and Practical Tips

Is Cancun Safe Right Now? A Thorough Guide on Safety in Cancun

How to Visit Akumal Beach

Is Tulum Safe? Everything You need to know about Safety in Tulum

Why you should visit Xpu-Ha Beach if you are traveling to the Riviera Maya

The 15 Coolest Tulum Beach Clubs

When is the best time to go to Tulum?

The 20 Best Cenotes Near Tulum That You Must visit

Cancun vs Tulum: Which one is the best beach destination in Mexico?

Cancun vs Playa del Carmen: Which One Is Best for an Amazing Vacation in Mexico?

15 Memorable Day Trips from Tulum

The Perfect 3 to 10 days Tulum Itinerary + practical tips

22 Exquisite Vacation Rentals and Airbnb in Tulum

The 15 Best Cenote Tours From Tulum

The Top 9 Tulum Snorkeling Tours + Hidden Spots!

Why Casa Cenote Tulum (Cenote Manati) May Disappoint You (UPDATED PRICES)

Coba Ruins Travel Guide: Everything You Need To Know

How to visit the gorgeous cenote Corazon del Paraiso Tulum

The 25 Best Hotels in Tulum + Best Area To Stay by Budget

How to visit the Cenote Isla Alamos

Essential guide to the Sian Ka’an Biosphere to read before booking your tour

Aldea Zama Tulum Rentals + Travel Guide

Tulum Glamping: 21 Best Glamping Spots in Tulum

5 Ways to Get From Tulum to Chichen Itza – Prices & Info + Top Rated Tours

Renting a Car in Tulum Mexico: The Ultimate Guide

How to get from Playa del Carmen to Tulum: Info and Prices

Tulum vs Puerto Vallarta: Which One Is Better for a Vacation?

Cabo vs Tulum: Where to go on a beach vacation in Mexico?

10 Best Tulum All Inclusive Resorts For the Perfect Vacation

CANCUN

The Best 15 Adults-Only All-Inclusive Resorts in Cancun

13 Amazing Things to Do in Isla Mujeres, Mexico

How to Get to Isla Mujeres – Mexico – Complete Guide

The Top 15 Isla Mujeres Hotels for an Unforgettable Stay

When Is the Best Time to Visit Cancun?

Cancun Cenotes: The Most Spectacular Cenotes Near Cancun

Swimming With Whale Sharks in Cancun: The Complete Guide

Cancun vs Cozumel: Which One Is Better for a Great Vacation?

5 Ways to Get from Cancun to Chichen Itza [Info & Prices]

10 Best Cancun Boat Tours For a Unique Caribbean Experience

Is There Uber in Cancun? All You Need to Know

Visit Cancun in August – Weather, Events & Things To Do

PLAYA DEL CARMEN

33 Exciting Things to do in Playa Del Carmen

15 Best Hotels in Playa del Carmen for All Budgets

The 14 Best Beach Clubs in Playa del Carmen 

The Best Airbnb in Playa del Carmen + VRBO and Other Gorgeous Vacation Rentals

How to Get from Playa del Carmen to Isla Mujeres: 6 Best Options

The 15 Best Beaches in Playa del Carmen: A Local Guide

Playa Del Carmen Shopping: Tips from a Local Shopper

Where to Rent a Car in Playa Del Carmen | Prices & Info

How to Get From Playa Del Carmen to Chichen-Itza: Prices and Info

RIVIERA MAYA + REST OF REGION

The Best Mexico Overwater Bungalows are on The Caribbean Coast

The 9 Best Hotels on the Riviera Maya

23 Unmissable Things to Do in the Riviera Maya

Cenote Cristalino Playa del Carmen, Prices and Info

Where to Stay in Calakmul Biosphere: 5 Amazing Hotels

How to Visit the Calakmul Biosphere and Mayan Ruins

Punta Maroma Travel Guide: How to Visit The Riviera Maya´s Best-Kept Secret

Playa Xcacel Guide: Everything You Need to Know Before Visiting

The Complete Yucatan Peninsula Travel Guide

How to Visit Los Rapidos – Bacalar – The Complete Guide

4 Ways to Get From Tulum to Bacalar

Bacalar Lagoon Mexico | The Complete Travel Guide + Amazing Drone Pics

The 35 Best Things to Do in the Yucatan Peninsula

COZUMEL

The Best Time to Visit Cozumel for Weather, Deals, Scuba Diving, and Other Things to Do

The best Cozumel Beach Clubs

The Top 11 Sites to Go Snorkeling in Cozumel

The 15 Best Dive Sites in Cozumel for the Best Mexico Diving

The Top 13 All-inclusive Resorts in Cozumel

The best dive shops in Cozumel for the most incredible diving experience

Cancun vs Cozumel: which one is better for a great vacation?

Airbnb Cozumel: the 11 pretty homes to rent for a perfect vacation

The 17 best restaurants in Cozumel

MEXICO CITY

BELLAS ARTES BUILDING FRONT IN MEXICO CITY

Mexico City has recently been appointed as a state on its own, abbreviated to CDMX. It’s one of the most interesting cities in the world for its history and culture, and you could spend one year there but still haven’t explored all of it. I have been there for a few days multiple times, and I will continue to return and see as much as I can every time, especially art museums, which are my favorites.

JALISCO

Puerto vallarta sunset

Jalisco is a spectacular and diverse region, with the vibrant Guadalajara as its capital city, and its cute Pueblos Magicos, Lake Chapala, the largest lake in Mexico, and the popular Riviera Nayarit, with the friendly city of Puerto Vallarta and the quaint surf town of Sayulita and much more.

13 Puerto Vallarta Travel Tips for First Timers

Is Puerto Vallarta Safe to Travel Right Now?

Puerto Vallarta vs Cancun – The Best Mexican Vacation!

The 37 Best Things To Do In Puerto Vallarta + Top Tours

Tulum vs Puerto Vallarta: Which One Is Better for a Vacation?

The Best Time to Visit Puerto Vallarta for Weather, Prices, Events, and More

Traveling to Puerto Vallarta in August: Weather, Things to Do and Events

Weather in Puerto Vallarta in September + Events and Things to Do

Cheap Car Rental in Guadalajara – How to Choose the Best One and Practical Tips

Cabo VS Puerto Vallarta: Which One is Better?

Puerto Vallarta Weather in July + Events, and Things to Do

Puerto Vallarta in October: Weather, Events, and Things to Do

Puerto Vallarta in November: Weather, Events, and Things to Do

Puerto Vallarta in December for Weather, Events, and Things to Do

QUERETARO

Queretaro museum

Queretaro is one of the smallest states and yet so rich in history and culture, besides its amazing natural gems, such as the wine regions and the Sierra Gorda. Let’s not forget the delicious food, the number of Museums in the Capital city, and the lovely people.

Best 13 Hotels in Queretaro for Any Budget

A spectacular 4-day itinerary in the sierra Gorda Queretaro

Unmissable 23 things to do in Queretaro, Mexico, and its Surroundings

BAJA CALIFORNIA SUR

Balandra Beach view from the top

Baja California Sur It is one of the most incredible states in Mexico, with the best landscapes and natural wonders. A paradise for divers and ocean lovers. Here is where you can go whale watching and swim with the most incredible sea creatures.

Driving in Baja California Peninsula – 23 Useful Tips

13 Best Beaches in Cabo San Lucas You Don’t Want to Miss

46 Things to Do in Cabo San Lucas: Must-Do Activities and Hidden Gems

17 Amazing Hotels with Swimmable Beaches in Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico

Best Beach Clubs in Cabo San Lucas for The Best Beach Experience

Cabo VS Puerto Vallarta: Which One is Better?

Top 10 Best Private Boat Tours in Cabo San Lucas

Weather in Cabo San Lucas in July + Events & Things To Do

The 7 Best Tours for Tequila Tasting in Cabo San Lucas

Traveling to Cabo in May: Weather, Events & Things to Do

Traveling to Cabo in June: Weather Events & Amazing Things To Do

The Best Whale Watching Tours in Cabo San Lucas: Honest Review

Cabo San Lucas Weather in April + Events, and Things to Do

Cabo San Lucas Weather in March + Events, and Things to Do

Best Time to Visit Cabo for Weather Events and Things to Do

Cabo San Lucas in February | Weather, Events, and Things to Do

The Ultimate Guide to Balandra Beach, La Paz: How to get there, Things to do, Practical Tips

The Best Whale Sharks Tours in la Paz, and Los Cabos, Mexico

Traveling to Cabo in December: Weather, Events, and 5 Amazing Things to do

Traveling to Cabo San Lucas in January: Weather, Events, and Things to Do

Cabo San Lucas in September: Weather, Events, and Things to Do

Where to Stay in Todos Santos, Mexico: Best Areas, Hotels, & Rentals

11 Amazing Things to Do in Todos Santos Baja California Sur, Mexico

Is Cabo San Lucas Safe to Travel Right Now? Cabo Safety Tips

The 17 Best Surf Spots in Mexico: The Ultimate Guide

The 17 Best Places to Dive in Mexico [from a Local Dive Instructor]

4 Ways to Get From Cabo to la Paz – Info and Prices

The 21 Best Hotels in Cabo San Lucas for an Epic Vacation

The 9 Best Spots for Whale Watching in Mexico

The best Snorkeling in Cabo Pulmo Baja California Sur

15 Amazing Things to Do in Loreto Baja California Sur + Insider Tips

The 13 Best Hotels in La Paz Baja Mexico

The 25 Top Things to Do in La Paz Mexico + Practical Tips

The 7 Best Beaches in La Paz Mexico That You Don’t Want to Miss

Cancun vs Cabo: Which One Is Better for a Vacation in Mexico?

31 Amazing Things to Do in Baja California Sur + Practical Tips

10 day Baja California Sur road trip

BAJA CALIFORNIA

Aerial view of a coastline with a sandy beach, adjacent town, and surrounding mountains in San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico. Clear skies and calm waters.

Baja California, is famous for its stunning beaches, vibrant marine life, and the iconic Baja 1000 off-road race. Renowned for its wine country in Valle de Guadalupe and picturesque towns like Ensenada, it also features beautiful coastal areas like Bahía de los Ángeles and San Felipe, pretty villages overlooking the Sea of Cortes perfect for adventure and relaxation.

Bahia de los Angeles Baja California Travel Guide

San Felipe Baja California Travel Guide: Know Before You Go

27 Best Things to Do in Ensenada: Complete Guide

Where to stay in Tijuan: Best Areas & Hotels in Tijuana

The Best 9 Liveaboards in Mexico for a Memorable Diving Experience

Where to Stay In Ensenada Mexico [+ Best Areas]

33 Things to Do in Tijuana, Mexico + Local Info

Where to Stay in Valle de Guadalupe: The 13 Best Hotels for a Unique Experience

GUANAJUATO

AERIAL VIEW OF GUANAJUATO CITY AT SUNSET WITH THE CHURCH IN THE MIDDLE

The vibrant university city is home to the Festival Cervantes, a yearly celebration of all kinds of art. Walk around the narrow lanes and kiss in the Callejon del Beso. Enjoy the colonial art and architecture of Guanajuato city and San Miguel de Allende.

The 3 Best Hot Springs in San Miguel de Allende + Map

7 Ways to Get from Mexico City to San Miguel de Allende

La Gruta San Miguel de Allende Hot Springs and Spa: Prices & Info

The 13 best boutique hotels in San Miguel de Allende

Where to Stay In Guanajuato: The 9 Best Hotels for Every Budget

Best 29 Things to Do in Guanajuato Mexico + Tips from a Local

HIDALGO

OVERVIEW OF THE POOLS

Hidalgo is home to the popular Grutas de Tolantongo, incredible natural resources, and historic towns to explore.

Real Del Monte (Mineral del Monte) Travel Guide, All You Need to Know

15 Best Things to Do in Mineral Del Chico, Hidalgo + Travel Tips

10-day Hidalgo Mexico Itinerary for Solo Travelers and Anyone Else

Las Grutas de Tolantongo: Visit Mexico´s Best Hot Springs

Hidalgo Mexico: The Best Travel Guide for the Ultimate Off-The-Beaten-Path Experience

SAN LUIS POTOSI

waterfalls and blue lake

San Luis Potosi is mainly renowned for the Real de Catorce Pueblo Magico and the Huasteca Potosina, but there is much more than that. Let’s discover it together.

ESTADO DE MEXICO

Valle de Bravo sunset over the city
Valle de Bravo Sunset

Estado de Mexico is the territory around Mexico City, and it’s full of interesting towns to visit, including Valle de Bravo and Tepotztlan, both Pueblo Magicos, with a lot of Magic.

The Monarch butterfly sanctuary in Valle de Bravo Mexico

Valle de Bravo Mexico: A Travel Guide to the Mexican Hamptons

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OAXACA

Hierve el Agua Oaxaca

Oaxaca state is home to one of the most active indigenous populations, which is still fighting for its own rights. But it’s also a beautiful city and spectacular rough coast, loved especially by surfers and photographers.

How To Get From Puebla to Oaxaca: 5 Best Options + Practical Tips

15 incredible day trips from Oaxaca to include in your Mexico itinerary

The 13 Best Places to Stay in Oaxaca City

27 Unmissable Things to Do in Oaxaca City Mexico – A Travel Guide

Oaxaca Day of the Dead Mexico (Día de Muertos) – The Complete Guide

21 Great Things to Do in Huatulco Oaxaca Mexico

CHIAPAS

Dramatic view of Sumidero Canyon with lush green cliffs and a winding river, under a cloudy sky, creating a stunning natural landscape.

An interesting state with a culture of its own, an overwhelming nature, with natural gems to explore, rivers and waterfalls, lakes, and hidden archaeological sites. Explore San Cristóbal de las Casas and the surrounding communities.

The 18 Best Things to Do in San Cristobal de Las Casas – Mexico + Practical Tips