{"id":37222,"date":"2019-07-24T08:30:00","date_gmt":"2019-07-23T22:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/?p=37222&preview=true&preview_id=37222"},"modified":"2025-03-27T03:59:38","modified_gmt":"2025-03-26T16:59:38","slug":"why-travel-to-izamal-mexico","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/why-travel-to-izamal-mexico\/","title":{"rendered":"Why you should visit Izamal, Mexico’s most photogenic town"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re planning a trip to Mexico\u2019s Yucatan Peninsula<\/a>, chances are you\u2019ve got Chichen Itza, Tulum and Playa del Carmen on your list of places to visit, and with good reason (they\u2019re darn gorgeous).<\/strong><\/p>\n

But there\u2019s another destination you should add to your radar \u2013 the sun-yellow town of Izamal (a free round of mezcal to anyone who\u2019s heard of it). This fascinating, often-overlooked destination is new to Intrepid itineraries and we\u2019re super excited about it.<\/p>\n

Here are seven good reasons you should visit:<\/p>\n

1. You\u2019ll escape the\u00a0tourist crowds<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"ADuring peak season Mexico\u2019s hot spots can be crazy busy, especially along the Yucatan Peninsula. Izamal, however, is far less known to tourists and offers a much calmer vibe for those looking for something a little off the beaten track. As you wander the cobbled streets you\u2019ll see local people going about their day; pop into a tiendra (shop) or caf\u00e9 and you\u2019re likely to receive a curious and warm welcome.<\/p>\n

WHAT DOES A TRIP TO IZAMAL LOOK LIKE? WATCH THIS TO FIND OUT.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n