Title: Visit Mexico and Central America: Best of Mexico and Central America Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.co.uk [Mexico and Central America Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Mexico-And-Central-America.d6023181.Hotel-Destinations)[Holiday Rentals in Mexico and Central America](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Mexico-And-Central-America.d6023181.Holiday-Rental-Destinations)[Mexico and Central America Flights](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Mexico-And-Central-America.d6023181.Flight-Destinations)[Mexico and Central America Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Mexico-And-Central-America.d6023181.Car-Hire-Destinations)[Mexico and Central America Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Mexico-And-Central-America.d6023181.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Mexico and Central America ## Tourist Guide ![Playa La Audiencia featuring a sandy beach, landscape views and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075832/f2a148f9-cad9-4037-a327-ead47ff3569b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Playa La Audiencia featuring a sandy beach, landscape views and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075832/f2a148f9-cad9-4037-a327-ead47ff3569b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Morelia Cathedral showing religious elements, interior views and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113640/882e9ae8-499a-4900-950f-9e55e4172dc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![La Entrega Beach featuring general coastal views, a luxury hotel or resort and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075756/40714155-7188-4525-adac-ccdb845609a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Centro Cultural Tijuana showing modern architecture and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6143248/ce7911cb-50c1-4b2a-9e38-d6afb46ed05b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### Wedged between two polar opposite continents, this subcontinent offers the best of both worlds: rural villages, modern cities, beach resorts and thrilling attractions. For a relatively small subcontinent, Mexico and Central America have a surprising diversity of natural treasures. The white Caribbean beaches of the east coast contrast nicely with the volcanic sands of the west coast, with the Panama Canal conveniently connecting the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. With its cloud forests, volcanoes, crater lakes, jungles and forested mountains, the interior of Central America puts on a show as well. Even if you exclude Mexico, which many see as part of North America, Central America still has seven other wonderful nations to discover. As diverse and unique as each of these compact countries is, there are shared traditions in the spicy cuisine, Catholic religion, indigenous roots, Spanish language, colorful hand-woven clothing and of course the “mañana mañana” approach to life. Before setting out, it’s handy to learn some basic Spanish first. Mexico City is great for this and so is Antigua in Guatemala, which has language schools and Western-style cafés lining its cobblestoned streets. Take a “chicken bus” to Lago de Atitlán, a massive volcanic crater lake surrounded by colorful villages. Another good choice to ease yourself into things is Costa Rica. Traveling around this relatively peaceful, safe and modern tropical country is a breeze, even by bus. If zip lining or whitewater rafting don’t appeal, then enjoy the laid-back vibe along the Caribbean beaches of the Limón Province. Got the hang of it? Then visit the Mayan ruins of Chichén Itzá in Mexico and Tikal in Guatemala. For epic self-drive tours, check out Belize’s Hummingbird Highway and El Salvador’s Ruta de Flores. Real adventurers will be drawn to the jungle-clad Miskito Coast of Honduras and Nicaragua. Don’t limit yourself to the mainland though. You’ve got to see the Great Blue Hole in Belize which, along with the islands of Bay Islands of Honduras and Bocas del Toro of Panama, is a scuba diver’s dream. It’s easy to love the humble lifestyle, artistic flair and traditional customs of the spirited peoples of Mexico and Central America. This back-to-basics approach is all about “la pura vida,” living the good life. ### Popular cities in Mexico and Central America [Cancun Known for Dining, Beaches and Sea ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cancun.dx179995) Relax by the pool, dive through subaquatic caves and learn about the region’s fascinating past through museums and archeological sites. ## Reasons to visit - La Isla Shopping Mall - Delfines Beach - Iberostar Cancun Golf Course [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Cancun.dx179995)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Cancun-Hotels.d179995.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Playa del Carmen Known for Beaches, Excursions and Sea ](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Del-Carmen.dx601751) White-sand beaches, bustling nightlife and chic shopping make this beach town one of the Yucatán Peninsula’s most cosmopolitan and exciting destinations. ## Reasons to visit - Xcaret Eco Theme Park - Playa del Carmen Main Beach - Maroma Beach [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Del-Carmen.dx601751)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Del-Carmen-Hotels.d601751.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Mexico City Known for Historical, Museums and Cathedrals ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mexico-City.dx178285) Experience the infectious energy, superb culinary scene, intriguing museums and top-rate cultural and historic sights of Mexico’s sprawling, cosmopolitan capital. ## Reasons to visit - Paseo de la Reforma - Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe - Angel of Independence Monument [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Mexico-City.dx178285)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Mexico-City-Hotels.d178285.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Puerto Vallarta Known for Beaches, Sea and Relaxing ](https://expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Vallarta.dx180016) Swim, snorkel or just relax on one of the beautiful beaches at Puerto Vallarta, one of the most popular vacation spots in sunny Mexico. ## Reasons to visit - Malecon - Playa de los Muertos - Playa Gemelas [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Vallarta.dx180016)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels.d180016.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Cabo San Lucas Known for Beaches, Sea and Marinas ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cabo-San-Lucas.dx180032) Beach resorts, local culture, surf, nightlife, golf, and breathtaking whale and dolphin encounters make this part of Mexico an irresistible destination. ## Reasons to visit - Medano Beach - Cabo San Lucas Bay - The Arch [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Cabo-San-Lucas.dx180032)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Cabo-San-Lucas-Hotels.d180032.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Tulum Known for Beaches, Relaxing and Sea ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tulum.dx182189) Explore Mayan ruins, dive in natural sinkholes and relax on picturesque beaches in this enchanting Riviera Maya town. ## Reasons to visit - Tulum Beach - Tulum Mayan Ruins - Xel-Há Park [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Tulum.dx182189)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Tulum-Hotels.d182189.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ## Countries in Mexico and Central America [Mexico](https://expedia.co.uk/Mexico.dx117)[Costa Rica](https://expedia.co.uk/Costa-Rica.dx42)[Belize](https://expedia.co.uk/Belize.dx18)[Panama](https://expedia.co.uk/Panama.dx142)[El Salvador](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Salvador.dx53)[Guatemala](https://expedia.co.uk/Guatemala.dx71)[Nicaragua](https://expedia.co.uk/Nicaragua.dx134)[Honduras](https://expedia.co.uk/Honduras.dx76) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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