I am visiting Progreso (Mexico) for one day. What should I do?

Question

I'm interested in anything, especially if it sounds odd. Despite enjoying it, the last thing I want to be doing is lying on a beach.

Thanks.

Answer 1

There are many cool beaches near by...You could visit Campeche which is one of the least known old cities for US people...Foodwise try CHOCOLOMBO which is like a soup....PANUCHOS are like filled bread with crab meat....Go on and get lost onthe streets...take pics and spread the word...

Answer 2

Well, In Progreso is good for beach things (though the beaches are not as nice as Caribbean beaches), you can rent a wave runner or something like that. There's a little bit of shopping, if you are on a cruise ship then there is a market set up that sells the touristy stuff when ships are in port. There's lots of cool restaurants on the malecon.

From you question though I don't think you would consider any of these very entertaining. I would suggest you go inland a little either to the city of Merida, it has many beautiful colonial buildings (30 min away). The Maya ruins and museum at Dzibilchaltun (20 min away) or the very impressive ruins at Uxmal (85 min away, personal favourite). Or perhaps a hacienda, if you want to see a working hacienda check out Sotuta de Peon, (50 min away) that is a great tour that finishes with a swim in a cenote. Or if you are looking to pamper yourself then check out the spa/restaurant at the Hacienda Xcanatun (25 min away).

The Yucatan Today site is a great site for the area. Enjoy.

Answer 3

Huh... Progresso DOESN'T HAVE A BEACH.  Progresso is just a made for AmeriKan Mexican border town.  The best restaurant in town is Arizona or, maybe at The Canada Store.

Progresso is 5 blocks long... if you get off the main street, there is almost nothing.  There are tons of dentists, Farmacias and small stores and little else.

As of 2 weeks ago, the official exchange rate was 10.64 Pesos to the Dollar.  You don't need a passport to enter Mexico but you do need a government issued photo ID to re-enter the U.S.

Answer 4

sad boy

Answer 5

You should get some of that soup they make there. It's awesome.