Park of Santa Lucía

Parque de Santa Lucía, a lively and cultural square in Mérida

Parque de Santa Lucía is one of the oldest and most lively squares of the historic centre of Mérida. Laid out from the founding of the city, it is today a high cultural place. The Mérida audio-guided tour stops here to discover this square full of history, famous for its serenades and its evenings.

A square born with the city

Laid out from the founding of Mérida in the sixteenth century, Parque de Santa Lucía is among the oldest squares in the city. Bordered by arcades and the church of Santa Lucía, it was long a place of stopover and meeting. Today, it is mainly known for its cultural atmosphere, its concerts and its serenades that revive the musical tradition of Yucatán.

What to see

Here you enjoy the arcades, the terraces, the neighbouring church and the famous white chairs, the confidentes, conducive to conversation. The park comes alive with shows and serenades, especially in the evening, and is among the most convivial places in Mérida. It is a lively and warm stop, ideal for tasting the Yucatecan way of life.

Practical information

Parque de Santa Lucía lies in the heart of the historic centre of Mérida, reachable on foot. It is a public space open at all times, freely accessible and on the level. The terraces and the church have their own hours; the shows and serenades follow a regular programme, often in the evening, to be checked on site.

Why is Parque de Santa Lucía known?

For its antiquity, its cultural atmosphere and its serenades that revive the musical tradition of Yucatán, in the heart of the historic centre of Mérida.

What is there to do at Parque de Santa Lucía?

Enjoy the arcades and terraces, attend the concerts and serenades and soak up the cultural atmosphere of this historic square of Mérida.