Peón Contreras Theater

The Peón Contreras theatre, a prestigious stage in Mérida

The Peón Contreras theatre is the oldest and most prestigious in Mérida. A place of performance since the nineteenth century, it embodies the cultural life of the city. The Mérida audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this symbol of the artistic heritage of Yucatán, adorned with an elegant architecture.

A high cultural place of Mérida

The place has hosted performances since the early nineteenth century, but the current building, elegant and richly decorated, dates from the early twentieth century. A symbol of the cultural heritage of Mérida, the Peón Contreras theatre has seen many artists pass through and remains one of the great stages of Yucatán. Its grand marble staircase and its dome are among its finest features.

What to see

The theatre appeals through its elegant architecture, its grand marble staircase and its Italian-style hall, witnesses of the refinement of the Belle Époque. Depending on the period, it hosts concerts, plays and cultural events. It is a major stop of the heritage of Mérida, to be admired for its history and its beauty, in the heart of the historic centre.

Practical information

The Peón Contreras theatre lies in the heart of the historic centre of Mérida, reachable on foot. It is a cultural place whose access depends on shows, events and possible works; its hours and conditions of visit vary. It is best to enquire before coming, the façade and the surroundings being freely admired.

What is the Peón Contreras theatre?

It is the oldest and most prestigious theatre in Mérida, a place of performance since the nineteenth century, a symbol of the cultural heritage of Yucatán.

What is there to see at the Peón Contreras theatre?

Its elegant architecture, its grand marble staircase and its Italian-style hall; depending on the period, it hosts concerts and cultural events.