If you are looking for a destination that combines natural beauty, historical buildings, white beaches and lush jungle, Champoton Campeche Mexico is the place for you. Located on the Yucatan Peninsula, Champoton is a city that offers a variety of attractions and activities for travelers of all tastes.
How to get there
Champoton is about an hour’s drive from Campeche and two hours from Ciudad del Carmen. You can take a bus, a taxi or rent a car to get there. The coastal road of Campeche offers scenic views along the way.
What to do
Champoton has something for everyone. You can relax and enjoy the white sand, the gentle waves and the fresh seafood at its beautiful beaches, such as Acapulquito, Sihoplaya and Payucan. You can also practice water sports like swimming and fishing.
If you are interested in history and culture, you can visit the Plaza de las Americas, where the first defense of the American continent against foreign domination took place in 1517. You can also admire the colonial architecture of the Parroquia de Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes, the Baluarte de San Antonio and the Parroquias Franciscanas de Champotón and Seybaplaya.
If you love nature and adventure, you can explore the mangroves and the jungle along the Champoton river, where you can observe birds and other wildlife. You can also visit the cenotes Miguel Colorado, where you can swim in crystal clear water. Or you can go to the archaeological site of Edzna, where you can see the impressive Mayan ruins.
Where to stay
Champoton has a range of accommodation options for different budgets and preferences. You can find hotels, hostels, cabins and campsites in the city or near the beach. Some of the recommended places are:
– Hotel Posada la Regia: A cozy hotel with comfortable rooms, free wifi and parking.
– Hotel Aaktun Kay: A beachfront hotel with spacious rooms, a pool and a restaurant.
– Cabañas Ecoturísticas Kin Ha: A rustic cabin complex with a natural pool and a garden.
Where to eat
Champoton is famous for its gastronomy based on fish and seafood, especially shrimp. You can taste its emblematic dish: the typical Pan de Cazon, which is a tortilla casserole with shark meat, beans and tomato sauce. You can also try other delicious dishes like ceviche, pescado frito and camarones al coco. Some of the best places to eat are:
– El Paso del Viajero: A restaurant that has been serving fresh seafood since 1973.
– El Chac Mool: A restaurant that offers traditional Mexican food with a local twist.
– La Palapa del Pescador: A beachfront restaurant that serves grilled fish and seafood.
Champoton is a destination that will surprise you with its charm, diversity and hospitality. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit this essential place in Campeche.
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