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Whether it’s world class resorts on the beach and the pristine coastline, or all the tacos and tamales that just taste much better when they are collected by native hands, Mexico remains the Number one destination for Americans Fly abroad this year.
We love a little carefree sunny outing itself, but we don’t know about you, lately we have been craving for one expeditionOf the sampling completely different kitchen, wonder of age -old monuments and being open to different culture type.
That can be a challenge in Cancun, a ‘safety bell’ that is mainly used for families and honeymoon on vacation, but it is certainly not the case in these 7 other authentic colonial cities – and it is best that you can fly non -stop from various American hubs!
Yes, it is not necessary to fly through the Mexico City gong show from an airport:
Guanajuato
The birthplace of Mexican Independence, Guanajuato is One of the most cultural rich cities in the countryAnd it is best known for its fort-like Alhóndiga de GranaditasWhere the first fight against the Spanish Empire was fought.
Unlike sucking history, a walk through the historic center, littered with churches, family businesses and grand squares will transport you directly to the 19th-century, and do not forget part of the local Enchiladas Minerasfound in abundance in Mercado Hidalgo.
Non -Stop to Guanajuato – Bajío International Airport (BJX)
- American Airlines: Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
- United Airlines: Houston-Intercontinental (IAH)
- Viva Aerobus: Chicago-O’Hare (Ord), Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Fresno (FAT), Los Angeles (Lax), Oakland (Oak), Sacramento (SMF), San Jose (SJC), San Antonio (Sat)
- Volaris: Chicago-Midway (MDW), Chicago-O
- Connect Aeromexico: Atlanta (ATL)
Mérida
The capital of the state of Yucatán, Merida is the perfect marriage between the Maya and Spanish worlds: several of the 16th-century churches were built with the help of material of destroyed pre-Columbian temples, and the food scene reflects the collision of cultures.
The most important structure in the city is the cathedral of Mérida, a stone giant that looms up Plaza de la Independencia– It is simply The oldest cathedral raised in mainland Americans– And if you are a gourmet like us, you shouldn’t miss the signature of La Chata Maya Cochinita Pibil.
Non -Stop to Mérida – Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport (MID)
- Connect Aeromexico: Atlanta (ATL)
- American Airlines: Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Miami (Mia)
- United Airlines: Houston-Intercontinental (IAH)
- Viva Aerobus: Miami (Mia), Orlando (MCO)
Santiago de Querétaro
One of the most beautiful cities in Mexico, Santiago de Querétaro is all about an intact colonial core, famous for its abundance of pink stone sights, with the Templo de Santa Rosa de Viterbo And the Spanish aqueduct to name a few.
You will also see Lush Gardens, Stone paved paths that give you the feeling that you are in Europeand quirky art exhibitions housed in 16th-century monasteries-nou yes, to be precise, just one: that would be the must-see Museo Regional de Querétaro.
Nonstop Flying to Querétaro Intercontinental Airport (QRO)
- Connect Aeromexico: Detroit (DTW)
- American Airlines: Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
- United Airlines: Houston-Intercontinental (IAH)
- Viva Aerobus: Houston-Intercontinental (IAH), San Antonio (SAT)
- Volaris: Chicago-O’Hare (Ord)
Puebla
One more Relaxed alternative to Mexico CityPuebla is located southeast of the bustling capital, and it is the home of the most beautiful Renaissance construction work south of the border, the rising Puebla Cathedral, which over a central towering Zócalo And adjacent, colorful buildings.
Just like Mexico City, there is an old pyramid nearby that takes care of an incredible day trip, and through the largest in the world volumeIn addition: the large pyramid of cholula, garnished with a yellow -washed Spanish sanctuary and chased by a snow -covered volcano.
Non -Stop to Puebla – Hermanos Serdán International Airport (PBC)
- United Express: Houston-Intercontinental (IAH)
Oaxaca de Juárez
More often referred to as simple oaxaca, this is a lively state capital in the sultry southern hinterland of Mexico steeped in the old world, with Paved streets that lead to graceful churchesHistorical monasteries and leafy -bounds bordered by buildings with arcade.
Although you could easily spend a whole week here and still can’t see it all, three of the most prominent attractions are the Templo de Santo Domingo de GuzmánDistinguished by its gold leaves interior, the baroque metropolitan cathedral and the youth center of Benito Juárez.
Non -Stop to Oaxaca – Xoxocotlán International Airport (OAX)
- American Airlines: Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
- United Airlines: Houston-Intercontinental (IAH)
- Volaris: Los Angeles (Lax)
Morelia
If you couldn’t get enough of querétaro’s pink washed cityscape, wait until you see Morelia, where more than 200 structures date from the 17th and 18th centuries, Usually built in a separate pink-hue stoneIncluding the elegant Cathedral of Morelia.
This is easily one of the most romantic and most underrated cities in Mexico: from Callejón del Romancean alley of legendary homes that leads to a charming fountain, to Bosque CuauhtémocWith its wrought iron sofas and picturesque garden shed, it is certainly to conquer your heart.
Non -Stop to Morelia – General Francisco Mujica International Airport (MLM)
- American Airlines: Chicago-O’Hare (Ord), Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
- United Airlines: Houston-Intercontinental (IAH), San Francisco (SFO), Chicago-O’Hare (Ord)
- Volaris: Chicago-Midway (MDW), Chicago-O
*The San Antonio flights start on July 5, 2025, with a frequency of 3 times a week
San Luis Potosí
San Luis Potosí is a former MijnHub in the center of Mexico and a very overlooked cultural destination, and offers affordable prices, with street tacos that are sold in well -reputed taquerias such as such as such as Tacos Don Paco for less than a dollar, and a enormous collection of miracles made:
Imagine an impressive, twin-towering metropolitan cathedral, an elegant one Templo de San Franciscowith a striking baroque facade and an adjacent garden, or even a neoclassical Teatro de la Pazset to organize a concert of Napoleón Sinfónico supported by the orchestra in May (you get tickets here).
Non -Stop to San Luis Potosí – Ponciano Arriaga International Airport
- American Airlines: Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
- United Airlines: Houston-Intercontinental (IAH)
- Volaris: San Antonio (Sat)*
*The San Antonio flights start on July 5, 2025, with a frequency of 3 times a week
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