Gay Pride march in Merida
Colonial City with a happening gay scene
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The capital of Yucatan state, Mérida, has a thriving gay scene. The city's ambiance is colonial and the climate is tropical. And it is close to famous tourist sites like the Mayan ruins of Chitzen Itza as well as to the beach resorts of the Riviera Maya such as Cancun and Playa del Carmen.
This page also includes listings for the neighboring cities of Kanasín and Umán.
For other places in Yucatán state, please see the page for Progreso, Chichén Itzá, Valladolid.
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Landmarks
Plaza Grande
Also called The Zocalo or Plaza de la Independicia. Main public park bounded by calle 60 and 62, and calle 61 and 63. Lots of cruising. Caution: Many rent boys. Part of the circuit, that includes Parque Hildago at calle 60 and 59 and Santa Lucia area at Calle 60 por 55.
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Hotels, B&Bs
Casa Del Maya Bed and Breakfast
Historic house restored as a B&B with 6 rooms and a two bedroom casita. This property is no longer gay owned but it remains gay friendly. Walk to parks, restaurants, museums, galleries, shops and markets. Complimentary full breakfast, pool, air conditioning, Wi-fi, TV, in-room safes. The same owners also operate Casa Oasis with another 4 rooms which is just a 2 min walk away. 
+52 999 181 1880
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Average room rate: $115 USD
Average rating: 98 Exceptional View on map
Casa Macorina
Small gay owned guesthouse with your hosts Javier y Ricardo. Rooms with private bath and kitchenette. +52 999 217 5233 Average room rate: $475 MXN Average rating: 90 Excellent View on map
El Pueblo Mérida
Boutique seven-suite bed & breakfast for gay travelers. Peaceful tropical oasis yet close to the action of Merida Centro. Each of the spacious suites has a king bed, private bath, A/C. Pool .Breakfast included. +52 999 364 2367 View on booking.com Average room rate: $175 USD Average rating: 100 Exceptional View on map
Ochenta y Dos
A gay owned urban bed & breakfast located in the heart of Merida. Offers accommodations with 4 poolside guestrooms and amenities that include king size beds, luxurious bedding, rain showers, WIFI, swimming pool, steam room, roof terrace, full breakfast, pool side snacks and a daily happy hour. 999 192 4085 View on booking.com Average room rate: $82 USD Average rating: 98 Exceptional View on map
Bars, Discos
Banana's Club
Gay bar and restaurant with drag shows and gogo boys. +52 999 450 6198 Average rating: 82 Very Good View on map
Bernardette Show Bar
Show lounge and bar with elaborate drag shows +52 999 279 6634 Average rating: 96 Exceptional View on map
Dallas Pride by Klan
Gay nightclub with drag queens, strippers +52 9841 90 54 70 Average rating: 82 Very Good View on map
Dix Bar Mérida
Gay bar with drag shows, electronic music +52 999 100 6953 Average rating: 64 View on map
Free Club
Bar and restaurant for the LGBT+ community and allies with drag and gogo shows. Drag brunch on Sundays. Creative cocktails and food menu with pizza and other items. +52 999 368 6899 Average rating: 80 Very Good View on map
Jorge's Cantina Imperial
Officially Cantina Imperial but normally just called Jorge's. This dive bar is full of men daily for big cheap beers. Drag shows, gogo boys, snacks. Some rent boys. Average rating: 82 Very Good View on map
La Inventada Cantina Merida
Drag cantina with shows, karaoke, watch parties for La Más Draga. Cocktails, food. +52 999 217 9098 Average rating: 90 Excellent View on map
La Turquesa Restaurant Bar
Bar and restaurant with drag shows, DJ +52 999 593 3017 Average rating: 84 Very Good View on map
Papis Mérida
Gay bar and disco. Gogos and strippers. Daily drink specials. Snacks and meals. Karaoke. +52 999 268 8316 Average rating: 86 Very Good View on map
The One
Gay Nightclub with gogo boys and strippers shows with 10 or more guys and gogo girls too. Drag shows on Fridays and Saturdays. +52 999 249 5786 View on map
Xtasis Mérida
Gay bar with drag shows and gogo boys. In the space where La Comadre used to be. Average rating: 100 Exceptional View on map
Restaurants
Cadadía Bar-Cafe
Trendy Restaurant, Bar and Coffee. Feminist bar with a progressive gay vibe, hetero friendly. +52 999 931 0385 Average rating: 92 Excellent View on map
Hennessys Irish Pub
Gay owned Irish Pub with food and drink. Supports the LGBT+ community and hosts LGBT+ events occasionally. +52 999 509 7089 Average rating: 88 Excellent View on map
La Fundación Mezcaleria
Hip gay friendly bar and restaurant with cocktails. Art exhibitions, special events. Sometimes live music, sometimes DJ. +52 999 159 6389 Average rating: 86 Very Good View on map
¡Tuyo y Mío! Restaurant Bar
LBGT restaurant and bar with drag shows Average rating: 86 Very Good View on map
Bathhouses, Saunas, Massage, Cruising Clubs, Cruising Areas
Perversex
Regularly held parties for the LGBT+ community with DJ and multiple sex rooms. Check social media for next date and contact them for location and tickets. +52 999 403 7921
Top Club
Sex/cruising club for men 18+. Check X for themes and specials that change daily. Open Thursday through Monday. There is also a Top Club in Mexico City. +52 199 9739 2836
Gyms, Yoga, Spas, Wellness etc
Armor Gym
Mixed but gay friendly gym that has been a sponsor of the Merida LGBT Pride March. Weights, cardio, spinning, classes. +52 999 209 8230 Average rating: 88 Excellent View on map
Travel Agencies, Tours, Experiences
Mérida Gay Tours Mérida
Exclusive LGBT tours blending adventure, nature, culture, and a hint of luxury for personalized experiences. Tailored for small groups. Tours operate throughout the Yucatán peninsula with transport available from Merida, Cancún or the other resort towns. They also have an office in Playa del Carmen
+52 999 350 5518 Average rating: 88 Excellent View on map
Permanently closed places
The following venues have been reported as permanently closed but we have listed them here as other less current websites may still be listing them as open. If there is a place in this list that has reopened or one above that has closed, please advise us at info@gaymexicomap.com
Hotels, B&Bs: Casa Ana Bed and Breakfast
Hotels, B&Bs: Casa Sonrisa
Hotels, B&Bs: Posada Santiago Guesthouse
Hotels, B&Bs: Villa Verde Merida
Bars, Discos: Angeluz
Bars, Discos: Bar Rafaris
Bars, Discos: Cantina Bullpen
Bars, Discos: Eros Bar 2.0 by Detalles
Bars, Discos: Foxxys Platinum 5 Estrellas
Bars, Discos: La MalQuerida Cantina
Bars, Discos: Macumba II
Bars, Discos: Mandala by Blúe
Bars, Discos: Milk Gay Club
Bars, Discos: PK2 Disco Bar
Bars, Discos: Pride Cabaret
Bars, Discos: Restaurante Bar La Sirena
Bars, Discos: Rush Bar Terraza
Bars, Discos: Scalibur Disco
Bars, Discos: Temptation Social Club
Bars, Discos: V'anice
Bars, Discos: Zeus Bar
Restaurants: Botella Verde
Bathhouses, Saunas, Massage, Cruising Clubs, Cruising Areas: Banana Azul
Bathhouses, Saunas, Massage, Cruising Clubs, Cruising Areas: Ciber Zoom Zoom
Bathhouses, Saunas, Massage, Cruising Clubs, Cruising Areas: La Caza Vapor
Bathhouses, Saunas, Massage, Cruising Clubs, Cruising Areas: La Cueva Merida
Bathhouses, Saunas, Massage, Cruising Clubs, Cruising Areas: Olympus Spa for Men
Bathhouses, Saunas, Massage, Cruising Clubs, Cruising Areas: Phone 61
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David B.
I had read that Mexico is considering legalizing marijuana for recreational use and wondered if the laws would change before my visit in the last week of January 2016? thanks, Dave
December 15, 2015
Gay Mexico Map
No. This was a very narrow court decision that applies only to four people so far. It is likely that it will proceed but expect changes to take years not months. More info here.
December 15, 2015