Attractions in Campeche, Mexico: What to do and where to go

San Fernando's Garrison

This historic colossus has been adapted to modernity; it has a musical interactive fountain that allows unifying the height of the different torrents of water. The design of the fountain evokes the concept of military architecture of the city. This park is complemented by the placement of 21 staffs with their respective flags in red and blue tones, these colors are the ones in Campeche's coat of arms.

Casa 6 (House 6)

Beautiful construction with architecture from the 17th century, it has been restored to represent the lifestyle of the people of Campeche in the 19th century. This place features a restaurant area and a bookstore and it works as an information module. Here you will find several weekly activities for all kinds of public.

Campeche Cathedral

One of the most beautiful Campeche attractions is its cathedral, located on the side of the Main Square in the Historic Center. In the beginning it was conceived as a small church with a thatched roof when Francisco de Montejo junior ordered its construction in 1540. Later on, in 1760 the chapel and the sea-side tower were built. Between the years 1849 and 1850 the land-side tower was built and finally in 1916 the luminous 4-face clock that is used until today was installed.

Edzna

This site was occupied from 600 B.C. to 900 - 1000 A.D. The first groups that settled in the area were drawn to the fresh water ponds that they found in the valley. This helped promote the rapid evolution of this city, which achieved its splendor from 500 - 900 A.D. It was a city that occupied about 25 square kilometers and to this day, there are a little over 200 structures, including stylobates, platforms, buildings and living quarters. Of these, the constructions around the Gran Plaza (the Great Plaza), the Plataforma de los Cuchillos (the Platform of Knives), the Casa Grande (the Great House) and the ball court, among other structures, have been excavated.

The Gran Acropolis is probably the most representative edifice of this site and is a great elevated rectangular platform upon which was constructed 11 or 12 structures. The general style of the compound is a clear influence of Peten in Guatemala. In Edzna, important information was uncovered relating to the hydraulic systems that irrigated the valley.

San Jose el Alto and San Miguel's Fort

On the hills that nestle the city of Campeche, San Miguel's fort and San Jose el Alto fort can still be appreciated in their entire splendor. San Jose el Alto fort has been turned into a complete and beautiful museum of colonial weapons and scale boats. From here you can enjoy an unsurpassable view of the city, appreciate its architecture and let your imagination transport you to old times when this place played an important roll in the defense of the inhabitants of the city.

San Miguel's fort still has its moat, its lifting bridge, towers and cannons. From here you will have an impressive view to the ocean, inviting you to want to get soaked with the history of the city, the history of the heroes that fought against the pirates in their constant attempts to invade Campeche and take over its wealth. San Miguel's fort keeps an important exposition of pre-Hispanic pieces, among the most important you will find jade masks that where found in the archeological zone of Calakmul.

Hacienda Tankuche

This is a french-style ex-hacienda that simulates a medieval fortification. Its central patio is ample; to the west you will find the main house, to the south, the machine room. In the left posterior side there is a semi-destroyed tower that once was used as a viewpoint. Nowadays, this old henequen production center is almost in ruins, but it is considered one of the most interesting Campeche attractions.

The Boardwalk

It features gorgeous viewpoints where some recreation areas have been constructed for families to enjoy the marine breeze and Campeche's sunsets. The boardwalk is constituted by 2 fast lanes and a slow lane, 3 pedestrian walkways a central 6-yard boulevard, a cycling lane and a walking lane, from beginning to end.

El Tranvia

If you are visiting Campeche, we recommend using the fun yet innovative means of transport that will allow you to learn more about the culture and history of this enchanting city. Named Cultural Heritage of Humanity by the UNESCO, Campeche's main sights, historical monuments, picturesque neighborhoods, the pier and other sites of interest are part of this tram's route. Don't miss your chance to learn more about this fabulous walled city.