Mexico has much to offer the traveler, and North Americans especially enjoy the varied attractions with which our country usually receives them, from the sands of the spas, to the shores of the Caribbean and Pacific seas, to the culture and conviviality of the peoples of the interior.

Starting from this base, it’s a good time to ask yourself which destinations are the most chosen by American tourists, taking advantage of the statistics offered by the American government.

Nearly one million North Americans live in Mexico, and thousands more take advantage of the many opportunities that open up once in the various destinations that can be found in the south.

Here is a list of the top 10 places Americans visit.

Cancun, Riviera Maya, Cozumel and Isla Mujeres

As for Europeans and those who come from other parts of the planet, it is indisputable that the flights to cancunas well as for places like the Riviera Maya, Cozumel and Isla Mujeres, are among the favorites of North Americans, who prefer them in the main tourist portals of the world like Despegar, where they can compose their packages from home.

Of course, the beaches are especially sought after by Americans who live very close to the Canadian border and who, during the coldest season in the northern hemisphere, they try to get away from the low temperatures by taking advantage of the Mexican sand and water.

Cancun and its neighbors Cozumel, Isla Contoy, Isla Mujeres and Puerto Morelos lead the way in annual demand, with some three million tourists, a good percentage of which are of this origin.

Among the keys to these claims with tour operators are a few classics. Nautical activities in the state of Quintana Roo, including diving, jet skiing and snorkeling. Many of the best local hotels offer these facilities on their premises.. Generally, most add archaeological tourism to Chichén Itzá.

Mexico City, Federal District

The Federal District is second on the wish list of North American tourists, who appreciate aspects of Mexico City such as its art, culture, shopping and food. Considered one of the most cosmopolitan cities, life here is exciting.

Museums, markets, historic buildings and all kinds of facilities for doing business stand out while the traveler can find breaks such as Zócalo Square and Chapultepec Park.

Colonial neighborhoods cannot be overlooked in any itinerary, and San Ángel and Coyoacán are usually included in their visits, as is the archaeological area of ​​Teotihuacán, near CDMX. The latter has been duly registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit

Puerto Vallarta is one of the most important tourist destinations in Mexico and it seems to appeal to Americans more than any other. American visits are constant, thousands of people every year who seek their sun and their beaches but also their arts.

The Dante and Pacífico galleries are a must stop for their sculptures and, as if that weren’t enough, the region’s food is some of the most traditional in all of Mexicowith her taco stands next to the sand until the luxury restaurants that dazzle with panoramic views of the bay.

Punta Mita, half an hour from the Puerto Vallarta airport, is one of the most exclusive areas for those looking for the highest level of comfort possible, which is common among Americans.

Baja California Sur

The high temperature that prevails in Baja California Sur, where the desert and the ocean are one, makes this part of Mexican territory one of the most interesting for days off. In the Baja Peninsula, Los Cabos is one of the points accessible by plane.

Most choose it because of its proximity to the Sea of ​​Cortez and the Pacific Ocean, with the many spas and resorts ideal for relaxing and forgetting about problems and obligations. Besides, La Paz is perfect for shopping and produce lovers.

All this, without forgetting the nautical activities suitable for all ages.

Guadalajara and Tequila in Jalisco

Jalisco is famous for being the birthplace of some of the country’s most popular Mexican songs. You could say that the mariachis come from there, and several tequila houses that no one should miss in Mexico are located in their surrounding towns and can be visited.

Special mention for Guadalajara, cradle of western Mexican culture with a historic center that has nothing to envy to other world-famous centerswith its Plaza de Armas, the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Rotunda of Illustrious Men, to name but three.

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo

A few hours north of Acapulco, Zihuatanejo has become one of the common desires of Americans in Mexico thanks to the Ixtapa resort.

This kind of equivalent to Cancun on the Pacific coast It has golf courses, precisely one of the most popular sports among wealthy Americans.

Querétaro, San Miguel de Allende and the city of Guanajuato

The center of Mexico, with its mines and museums, helps to better understand the past of our country. Of course, there are other reasons to visit it, such as the artistic scene of Querétaro or the communities of Americans and Canadians living in San Miguel de Allende, giving rise to a series of customs that mix those of the two cities and attract everyone’s attention.

In addition to this, there are the beautiful cities close to the capital.

Merida, Uxmal and Chichen Itza from Yucatan

The state of Yucatán, with its historical and archaeological proposals, could not miss in the classification. Mérida, the white city, is the starting point for almost all regional tourist routes. Mentionable some of them like Chichen Itza with the famous pyramid of Kukulkan.