Mexico Family Vacation Guide: Kids-Friendly Spots, Ancient Sites & Food Culture

Undertake Mexico luxury holidays with your family and explore the local culture, food, raw nature, and interesting spots to make the most of your vacation.      

Mexico; a land of high mountains, lush forests, deep valleys, and sweeping deserts, is a beautiful fusion of nature and luxury. This republic state hosted over 40 million global tourists, just before the pandemic hit in 2019. The place has been home to the famous Mayan civilization while today, it resides more than 127.5 million people.

You can explore the rich marine life of the Mexican seas, relax on sandy beaches, try authentic Mexican dishes from 5-star restaurants, and rent private villas to enjoy luxury stays. If you want to embark on Mexico luxury holidays with your family then we’ve a list of some amazing places you can visit with your kids and enjoy fun activities.

Travelling with kids can be a bit hard so we’ve also provided some pro tips to make your vacation easy. Mayan ruins are a must-visit thus we’ve compiled a list of the most famous ones to explore. Lastly, you can find out which bucket-list Mexican dishes to try during your visit. So, let’s begin!  

Kids-friendly Activities to Enjoy in Mexico

You can enjoy the best time by visiting several spots that kids and adults both will find amusing. Let’s look at some of the spots and activities you can enjoy:  

1. Observe Cultural Acts: Head to the renowned Palacio de Bellas Artes in Mexico City, country’s capital, to observe cultural acts and dances. The Centro Cultural Helénico and Centro Cultural del Bosque are the other two spots that stage puppet shows and plays for kids. These shows and acts represent the true Mexican traditions and that’s why Mexico City is known as the center of culture.

2. Watch Beautiful Marine Life: Visit Cozumel, a famous marine exploration site with beach vibes that offers fun water activities. Just buy swimsuits for your family and hop into the water to snorkel and explore sea creatures like stalagmites and eyeless fish.  

3. Explore Wildlife in Tulum: Want to observe beautiful marine animals like dolphins, crocs, sea turtles, manatees, and many others? Visit Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve where you can observe these beautiful sea animals. A guided tour will take you close to the animals but there is no danger as the guides maintain a safe distance.

4. Visit the Famous Mexican Park: Aquarium, museum, butterfly pavilion, aviary; all these can be accessed in the famous Xcaret park. There are three underground rivers with epic marine life to explore and views of the Caribbean Sea to observe and admire. Just the place you can visit with your kids to experience Mexico luxury holidays in full spirit.

5. Revitalize in the Famous Water Park: Xel-Há, a natural water park near Tulum is the best place to visit with your kids. You can snorkel in a bay that flows into the Caribbean Sea or jump into the water from the Stone of Courage. Want to take the level up the adrenaline rush? Dive from a zip line or ride a bike through the jungle trails. Enjoy waterslides in the famous Riviera Maya and Cancun. Revitalize by sipping up cold drinks in the open bars and enjoy indulging buffets at the on-site bistros.

Mexico Travel Hacks for Kids Holiday

If you’re visiting Mexico for the first time with kids then these tips will be of great help and you might thank us later:

1. The city’s metro stations often lack elevators making it hard to access with prams. Moreover, the walkways are narrow and rough which makes it hard for parents to walk with strollers. Therefore, it is better to keep baby carriers with you while going outside with kids so you don’t have to face these issues.

2. Ask the management about the policy for kids before checking in at any hotel, villa, or resort. Most of these lodging spots accommodate kids free of charge and even if they do, the rates are very low. Many hotels have “kids clubs” to keep children of all ages amused and engaged during their stay.  

3. You can take public transport at half the price or for free, for kids who are small enough to sit on your lap.

Popular Mayan Ruins to Explore

Most of the following ancient Mayan spots are situated in Cancun, a coastal city of Mexico. It is also known for its white sand beaches, water sports, untamed nature, nightlife, and the best all inclusive resorts. Thus, you can also enjoy the Cancun holiday vacations with your family and make the most of your Mexico tour. For now, let’s discuss its famous Mayan ruins:  

1. Chichen Itza: Located in Yucatán, this famous Mayan ruin was named the new Seven Wonders of the World in 2007. Reason? Its 80ft tall pyramid called El Castillo, that has 365 steps and is proof of the might of the Mayan civilization. Another site to visit is the city’s Tlachtli, the largest Mayan ball court in the Americas.

2. Tulum: Believed to be one of the last cities populated by the Mayans. The pyramids here are proof that you can explore and study from a historical perspective. However, the mesmeric view of the pristine Caribbean waters from the 40ft-high cliffs is another thing you can look forward to, during your visit.

3. Cobá: Located in the state of Quintana Roo, Cobá houses the tallest pyramid. The city is located 30 miles west of Tulum and is believed to have been built around 600 CE. It was once inhabited by up to 50,000 people. You can climb the 138ft-high Nohoch Mul pyramid from where you can enjoy extensive views of the Yucatán jungle.

Authentic Mexican Dishes

Well, as they say in Mexican, ‘Barriga llena, corazón contento,’ translates to ‘Full belly, happy heart.’ So, let’s find out which dishes to try as a start of your Mexican food exploration journey:

• Chilaquiles: Start your day by enjoying this local breakfast dish that features lightly fried corn tortillas sliced into pieces and capped with red or green salsa. Cream, cheese, torn chicken, or scrambled eggs are usually added on top and the final dish is served with refried beans, also called frijoles.  

• Pozole: Dating back to the pre-Hispanic era, this famous soup is made with plenty of spices, herbs, and hominy corn, cooked overnight. Then other ingredients like chilli, onion, lettuce, and radish are added before serving.

• Chiles en Nogada: Exhibiting the three Mexican flag colors, this patriotic dish is made with amazing artistry. First, the picadillo is made by fusing spices, fruits, shredded meat, and poblano chillies to exhibit the green color of the flag. The pomegranate seeds represent the red while the white walnut cream sauce exhibits white. The dish is said to originate from Puebla and served to Mexican liberator and emperor Don Agustín de Iturbide.

• Enchiladas: Dating back to the Mayan times, Enchiladas are flour and corn stuffed with vegetables, beans, cheese, and seafood. The filled tortillas are then covered in chilli sauce to create the perfect Mexican breakfast.

• Baked Chalupas: This famous Mexican dish is made with tortilla which is gently fried in oil or lard and then different ingredients are included such as mozzarella, chicken, cabbage, and tomatoes with green chiles. You can add pickled cabbage or curtido to the finished chalupa to give it an extra kick.

Mexico is a vacation spot where you can find a bit of everything to explore and cherish. So, if you plan to visit this amazing country with your family then contact Virikson Holidays for guidance and bookings. We offer seamless services and the best travel deals to enjoy Mexico luxury holidays to the maximum.