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More to see in Merida

Besides walks in historical places, Merida is ready to offer its guests a lot of interesting entertainments. The city has several children's entertainment centers. Tourists traveling with small children will love Way To Play. It has playgrounds for children aged from one year old. Kids have access to safe inflatable attractions, ball pits, and slides. Older children are provided with interesting sports attractions and lots of free space for active games. For the convenience of visitors, the center houses a cafe where locals often celebrate children's parties. In the warmer months, be sure to visit Merida Aventura located on the riverbank. All fans of water parks will like it here, as pretty original water rides are prepared for them in the park. You can ride a boat or a paddleboat on the river, they also often hold water sports competitions here. Along the banks of the river, there are very beautiful natural areas ideal for walking and picnicking. A wonderful park is located next to the Roman bridge, and if you go explore more remote areas, you will find places for secluded relaxation. Hikers will be invited to take a tour of Gastro Dehesa Park. Now it is primarily valued for its historical sites. Archaeologists discovered the ruins of ancient structures in the park. At the same time, all fans of pristine natural beauty like to spend time in this place. The park is very large and completely wild. You can watch birds, rare species of trees and other plants, and check out … Read further

Chapters of the guide to Merida

Merida for children - what to visit

Merida is a city whose first mention dates back to ancient times, which is reflected in numerous city attractions (for example, the Roman Amphitheater, aqueducts, thermae, the Temple of Diana). There are also sights reminiscent of Arab rule in Merida - for example, the Alcazaba Fortress. It's certainly worth exploring them together with children, thus introducing them to culture and history. Apart from that, in … Open

Advices for travellers

1. In summer, the weather is quite hot in the city - daytime temperature may reach 40 °C. It is not the most comfortable period for fans of hiking and outdoor entertainment. 2. Merida is a popular tourist city, so many locals are pretty good at foreign languages. To show respect for the local culture, be sure to learn a couple of simple phrases in Spanish. 3. There are no large international airports in … Open

Travel guide to Merida

A popular place for walking for the guests of Merida is the ancient bridge over the Albarregas River. It was built about 2,000 years ago and was part of the Silver Way. On this bridge, the silver mined at nearby mines was transported. The length of the bridge is about 100 meters. It is a very attractive place for romantic walks and for admiring the panorama of the city. On one of the central streets of the city … Open

Traditions and mentality of Merida

Relatives and friends remain the main value for townspeople, however, it is not customary to spend evenings at home here. In the evening, many locals go to their favorite restaurants and bars to meet friends and loved ones. Locals are also known for their love for the traditional flamenco dance, one of the main symbols of modern Spain. The city has several dance centers where everyone can learn the art of the … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

Fans of hearty meat dishes will like Al Plato where they serve fantastic dishes from selected pork. Meat, as well as vegetables and fruits, are supplied to the restaurant from the surrounding farms. Fresh produce is one of the main secrets of the unsurpassed taste. The house specialty is grilled pork served with various vegetable garnishes. There are also suitable dishes for vegetarians - the restaurant prepares … Open

Attractions and active leisure

Merida is famous for the variety of bars and restaurants that welcome visitors until late at night. They remain among the locals' favorite places for evening outs. Sala Maruja Limon Rock Bar invites you to relax in a stylish setting. It offers visitors a huge selection of signature cocktails and traditional snacks. This bar always has a very lively and relaxing atmosphere and the bulk of its frequent visitors are … Open

Top sigths of Spain

The Royal Palace remains the main landmark of Madrid. Nowadays, the palace is used to host most important meetings and official ceremonies. An ancient Moorish castle stood on the site of the modern Royal Palace until 1755. In the middle of the 18th century the castle lost its strategic importance, and as it was built in a very beautiful place it was decided to demolish it and build a luxury palace instead. Currently, this magnificent building has more than 2,000 rooms halls that hold precious collections of old items - chandeliers, clocks, furniture, musical instruments, weapons and artworks. … Open

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