Mexico

Mexico combines major Maya and Aztec archaeological sites with vibrant modern cities and extensive Caribbean and Pacific coastlines.

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Why go

Capital: Mexico City

Currency: Mexican Peso (MXN)

Best time: Nov–Apr

Weather: Diverse; tropical coasts, temperate highlands and arid north

Top attractions: Mexico City • Cancún • Riviera Maya • Chichén Itzá • Oaxaca • Los Cabos

Nature: Caribbean beaches • Pacific coast • deserts • mountains • cenotes • jungles

Quick fact: Mexico combines major Maya and Aztec archaeological sites with vibrant modern cities and extensive Caribbean and Pacific coastlines.