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    Merida English Library House & Garden Tours

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    #10 of 41 Tours in Merida
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    Calle 68 # 524 | Colonia El Centro, Merida 97000, Mexico
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    “house tours run weekly in winter by Merida English library fabulous and well organized”

    The Merida English library runs weekly house tours on Tuesday mornings through the winter and are... read more

    Reviewed March 13, 2018
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    “Too popular”

    We took the house tour. I love the idea of the tour but the experience was a bit of a... read more

    Reviewed February 20, 2018
    Ingrid T
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    The El Centro House & Garden Tour, operated by the non-profit Merida English Library, offers an opportunity to explore the Soul of El Centro! See behind the closed doors! Merida's Historic Center is the 3rd. largest in the Western world, and has recently seen a renaissance in renovation. Tour both grand & modest houses, as well as those "in progress". Expert tour guides provide a 30-minute orientation regarding Merida architectural history before touring four (4) properties. Walking Tour leaves from The Merida English Library, EVERY TUESDAY, October thru April, and lasts until noon. Arrive between 9 - 9:30A.M. to enjoy complimentary coffee & pastries in the shaded Library patio. Cost is 200 pesos, and all proceeds benefit Merida English Library programs. Reservations unnecessary, but appreciated.

    About Merida English Library House & Garden Tours

    The El Centro House & Garden Tour, operated by the non-profit Merida English Library, offers an opportunity to explore the Soul of El Centro! See behind the closed doors! Merida's Historic Center is the 3rd. largest in the Western world, and has recently seen a renaissance in renovation. Tour both grand & modest houses, as well as those "in progress". Expert tour guides provide a 30-minute orientation regarding Merida architectural history before touring four (4) properties. Walking Tour leaves from The Merida English Library, EVERY TUESDAY, October thru April, and lasts until noon. Arrive between 9 - 9:30A.M. to enjoy complimentary coffee & pastries in the shaded Library patio. Cost is 200 pesos, and all proceeds benefit Merida English Library programs. Reservations unnecessary, but appreciated.
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    Reviewed March 13, 2018
    house tours run weekly in winter by Merida English library fabulous and well organized

    The Merida English library runs weekly house tours on Tuesday mornings through the winter and are absolutely terrific. We went through 3 homes with the owners present and were able to hear how they had the renovations done. Before the tour the library has someone...More

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    Reviewed February 20, 2018
    Too popular

    We took the house tour. I love the idea of the tour but the experience was a bit of a disappointment for us. We had to wait in a long line to buy tickets; it’s best to come early. There is an interesting talk beforehand,...More

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    Reviewed March 14, 2017 via mobile
    Walking tour

    Our tour guide Brent was very interesting and had a lot of knowledge about Merida and the Yucatan. I would highly recommend this if you want to learn about the architecture and history of Merida. Bring water!

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    Reviewed March 2, 2017
    Well organized tour

    The extremely well organized tour of homes begins with an introduction and history of Merida and the revival of the centro all held in the cool and charming courtyard of the library. The large group was split into groups of three which allowed for easy...More

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    Reviewed March 1, 2017
    Historic Beauty

    The Merida English Language Library offers these tours November thru March, every Tuesday from 9-noonish. A tour guide explains a bit of the history of Merida to set the stage for the tour. Attendees are divided into groups (30 in our group...there were 3 groups...More

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    Reviewed February 15, 2017 via mobile
    Very Disappointing Tour!

    I have been on the MEL Tour of Homes many times over the past 10 years and have always enjoyed the diversity of homes included. This morning's tour, however, was very disappointing. All three houses were lackluster and poor examples of the magnificent architectural restorations...More

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    Reviewed February 12, 2017 via mobile
    Wonderful tour

    What an excellent way to learn about the restoring all around in Merida Centro! It was very well attended when we were there so split into 3 groups of 12-15. Brent did a great job of teaching the history of the architecture and building of...More

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    Reviewed January 31, 2017
    Do not miss this house tour!

    The tour is different every week, three homes each time. Depending on the speaker, you learn different things about Merida each time you attend. Such fun to see homes from different eras and what has been done to them.

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    Reviewed December 14, 2016
    Expats living in Merida

    This is a wonderful activity put on by the Merida English library. What a great way to meet English speaking people living and visiting in Merida. The tour was awesome as you get to meet the owners of the houses and explore their house. The...More

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    Reviewed November 4, 2016
    walking tours of local colonial houses

    The Merida English Library hosts these walking tours on Tuesdays from November through March (or was it April). The tour begins with a history of Merida and how it has affected housing styles. It was very informative. Then, we walked to three houses within the...More

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