Ermita de Santa Isabel
An 18th-century chapel on the southern edge of the old town, with a botanical garden. It was where travelers prayed for safety before leaving the city. It's quiet and rarely crowded.
The Ermita de Santa Isabel was built in 1748 in the southern part of the old town. In earlier times it marked the starting point of the road to Campeche, and travelers came here to pray for safety before setting out. It is therefore also known as the 'Our Lady of Good Travelers' chapel. The chapel is simple and old. Behind it is a small garden planted with native Yucatecan plants and reproductions of Maya stone carvings. It is quiet and contrasts with the busy city center. The surrounding streets preserve colonial-style architecture, which makes them good for a relaxed evening walk and photos. Entry is free, and the opening hours of the chapel interior are irregular.
Opening hours
Exterior open all day; church hours not fixed
Nearby sights
- Casa de Montejo
- Lucas de Gálvez Market
- MACAY Contemporary Art Museum
- Plaza Grande (Plaza de la Independencia)
- Mérida Cathedral (San Ildefonso)
- Government Palace of Yucatán
- José Peón Contreras Theatre
- Parque de Santa Lucía