Travel Tips
Mexico
Ancient pyramids, colonial towns, beaches and world-class food make Mexico wonderfully varied.
What I love about Mexico
People often ask me what I love most about a country. Every country has its good and bad sides, but here I share the positives I found on my travels.
The food. Some of the best burritos you will ever have.
- Capital
- Mexico City
- Currency
- Mexican peso (MXN)
- Language
- Spanish
- Best overall
- November to April
- Emergency
- 911
- Electricity
- 127V, plug types A and B
Top Destinations
Many nationalities can visit visa-free for a limited stay. Check the rule for your passport with official Mexican sources. Passport validity rules vary, so check the requirements before you book.
Read about visa on arrival, e-visas and online registration →
Still have specific visa questions?
November to April is dry and pleasant. Rainy season is roughly June to October, and hurricanes are possible on coasts in late summer and autumn.
Not sure which month suits your trip?
Mexico City
Museums, Aztec ruins and superb street food.
Chichen Itza
The great Mayan pyramid in Yucatan.
Oaxaca
Colonial charm, mezcal and rich food traditions.
Tulum
Mayan ruins above Caribbean beaches.
San Miguel de Allende
A colorful colonial town popular with artists.
Need help choosing where to go?
- Days 1 to 4 Mexico City
- Days 5 to 7 Oaxaca
- Days 8 to 9 Merida and Chichen Itza, by air
- Days 10 to 12 Tulum
Want a route planned around your dates?
- Domestic flights and comfortable first-class buses cover long distances.
- Use ride apps in cities where possible, and avoid driving at night in rural areas.
Not sure how to get between places?
- Carry pesos for street food and small shops. Use ATMs inside banks.
- Buy an eSIM before you fly or a local SIM on arrival, so maps work from day one.
Questions about costs, cash or SIM cards?
- Tacos al pastor.
- Mole: rich, complex sauce from Oaxaca.
- Cochinita pibil: Yucatan slow-roasted pork.
Want tips on what and where to eat?
- Check the state-by-state government travel advisory, as safety differs by region.
- Drink bottled or filtered water.
Planning a trip to Mexico?
Book a one-on-one call and bring your questions about your route, costs and visa.
Information on this page may change, so please confirm the latest visa and entry requirements and your government travel advice on official websites before you travel.