Every Tuesday night there is live music and dancing at the Parque Santiago. The music and festivities begin about 8:30 pm. Parque Santiago is at Calle 57 and 59 and between Calle 70 and 72.
The House & Garden Tour, tours at 9:45 am and feature 3 historic restored homes in the centro histórico of Mérida. 200 pesos. Calle 53 No. 524 x 66 y 68, Tel. 924 8401. www.meridaenglishlibrary.com
Visit the native markets, Pasaje Picheta or the best in the city La Casa de Artesanias with handcrafts from Yucatán made by Yucatecan artesans.
You can also take a horse and buggy ride from Calle 60 downtown up to Monument to the Flag on Paseo de Montejo (or the other way around.)
Don't miss the daily evening sunset from the rooftop terrace at Casa de la Puesta Del Sol. Sunset times vary on the season, so be sure to ask Claudia for current times.