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15 Colorful Photos to Inspire You to Visit Valladolid, Mexico

Bicycle in front of red house in Valladolid

Valladolid is a beautiful colonial city located in the heart of Mexicos Yucatán Peninsula, only two hours away from both Cancún and Playa del Carmen.

The city is one of several ‘Pueblos Magicos’ – towns and cities selected by Mexico’s Secretariat of Tourism for their natural beauty, cultural richness, and historical relevance. And it’s easy to see why they added Valladolid to the list: it’s a charming and vibrant city, with pretty, pastel-colored houses and impressive colonial churches.

Earlier this year, I traveled across the Yucatán Peninsula for five weeks, and Valladolid became one of my favorite destinations in the region. 

I quickly fell in love with its stunning architecture, colorful local markets and great Mexican food. The city is also home to a unique blend of Spanish and Mayan culture – most people living in the city are Mayan, and the many of them still wear their traditional clothing.

And best of all? It’s one of the least touristic places I’ve traveled to in Mexico, since most tourists only visit Valladolid on a daytrip from more popular destinations such as Cancún. Because of this, the city has retained its authentic, local feel, and offers you a glimpse into the real Mexico, untouched by mass tourism.

Here are 15 colorful photos that will inspire you to add this beautiful city to your Mexican itinerary!

Parque Francisco Canton Rosado

Parque Francisco Canton Rosado in the center of the city

Calzada de los Frailes

Calzada de Los Frailes, the city’s most beautiful street

Parque Francisco Canton Rosado

Colorful market in Parque Fransisco Canton Rosado

Mayan handicrafts

Market stall in Parque Fransisco Canton Rosado

Calzada de Los Frailes

Calzada de Los Frailes

Catedral de San Gervasio

Catedral de San Gervasio, the city’s most important colonial church

Calzada de Los Frailes

Calzada de Los Frailes

Catedral de San Gervasio

Calzada de los Frailes

Calzada de Los Frailes

Valladolid

Colorful sign in front of the convent of San Bernardino

San Bernardino

Inside the convent of San Bernardino

Calzada de Los Frailes

Calzada de los Frailes

Parque Francisco Canton Rosado

Parque Francisco Canton Rosado

Calzada de Los Frailes

Calzada de los Frailes

Calzada de Los Frailes

Valladolid is a charming historical city that belongs on every Yucatán itinerary! Do you agree?

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2 Comments

  • Reply
    Alison
    juni 26, 2018 at 7:58 pm

    Beautiful. I had no idea. Would love to stay here!

    • Reply
      Marieke
      juni 27, 2018 at 3:23 pm

      That’s great to hear! It’s such a lovely city.

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