We've spent the last 5+ weeks living in Valladolid, a small city city in the middle of the Yucatan Peninsula with just under 50k people. It's more than just a good stopping point between Cancun and Merida. It's known for it's rich Spanish colonial and Mayan history and architecture, and for being the perfect launching point for the Yucatan states most famous cenotes and ruins of ancient Mayan cities. In fact, there's dozens of cenotes surrounding Valladolid and Mayan archeological sites like Chichen Itza and Ek Balam are 30-45 minutes away.

The city itself is charming and photogenic and full of hidden gems. Just booking a place to stay is an adventure. There's beautiful hotels, hostels, guesthouses and Airbnb's, many of which are set in old colonial houses that have beautiful gardens and courtyards. On the more adventurous side you can camp at a Bee Park, or in the jungle inside of classic Volkswagen Beetle cars converted into small rooms. Yes, really.

Stores that sell hand-made hammocks, clothes and crafts line the streets and there are endless crafts makers setting up shop on the sidewalks and in pushcarts. The shopping is endless. The food scene is also incredible, with all of the Yucatan culinary staples being a stones throw from the city center. After you've had your fill of Yucatec cuisine, maybe never, try the street vendors selling things like sopas, tacos, quesadillas, and even hotdogs and hamburgers. Believe it or the not, the hotdogs and hamburgers are the best we've ever had, in the whole world! You won't miss out on much food wise, because even Italian food is super popular here. With more than a dozen pizza and Italian places in town!

Valladolid HAS to be on your list, it truly is the gem of the Yucatan and is so underrated. When you go, check out our top 7 things to do and let us know what your favorites are!

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Check out these unique stays in the area, like tiny houses, and staying in a bee park that's in walking distance to town. As Airbnb associates, if you end up booking an Airbnb through this link, we'll get a small fee at no extra cost or inconvenience to you. It helps us a lot! :)


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Here's where we stayed for the longest duration, as well as local colonial hotels near the main square!

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00:00 Intro
01:07 1. Xcopek Bee Park
02:57 About Valladolid
03:59 2. Spend Time in the City Center
04:46 3. Rent a Bike or Scooter
05:09 4. Visit the Nearby Cenotes
05:54 5. Visit Mayan Ruins
06:27 6. Chill on Calle de los Frailes
07:32 7. Convent of San Bernardino
09:31 Other Tips and Outro

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