Backpacking in Mexico

I adore Mexico.  I spent several months backpacking around Mexico and fell in love with the people, the food and everything thing about this wonderful country.  From a rich history with magnificent Mayan ruins to traditional culture and festivals and a UNESCO-listed cuisine, going backpacking in Mexico is an epic adventure.

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Mexico does have some safety issues, but thankfully these rarely affect tourists, and with a few precautions you can enjoy the best of Mexico without worrying.

I recommend you start with the Backpacking Mexico Guide below which covers all of the basics including entry requirements, safety in Mexico and a suggested Mexico itinerary.   Then scroll down to read more about specific places to visit in Mexico.

backpacking in Mexico

Read more about specific places to visit in Mexico:

Couple sitting on swings on the beach at Holbox with turquoise blue water all around
14 Unique Places to Visit in Mexico
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Mayan Ruins at Uxmal - a stone pyramid rising up out of the forest. A 2 Week Yucatan Itinerary
Exploring Mexico: 2 Week Yucatan Itinerary
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The Beach at Cancun - Backpackers Guide to Backpacking Cancun Mexico
A Budget Backpacker’s Guide To Cancun, Mexico
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Tulum Mexico Guide - Ruins at Tulum
Backpacking Tulum: What to Do in Tulum on a Budget
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Tulum Mayan Ruins above the Beautiful Beach - Where to Stay in Tulum Mexico
Where to Stay in Tulum on a Budget
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Tulum Ruins and the Beautiful Beach below - Tulum Solo Travel Guide
Tulum Solo Travel: A Female Solo Travel Guide to Tulum Mexico
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Playa Chen Rio Cozumel Mexico - Cozumel Solo Travel Guide
Cozumel Mexico Solo Travel Guide
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Cancun Hotel Zone and Beach - Cancun Solo Travel Guide
Cancun Solo Travel Guide
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Tulum-Vs-Chichen-Itza
Chichen Itza vs Tulum Mayan Ruins in Mexico
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El Castillo Great Pyramid at Chichen Itza - Chichen Itza Tips
Chichen Itza Tips: Everything You Need to Know to Visit Chichen Itza
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Chichen Itza Mayan Pyramid - How to Get to Chichen Itza from Tulum
How to Get from Tulum to Chichen Itza
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Gorgeous pink lakes and reflections at las Coloradas - near Rio Legartos Mexico
Are the Pink Lakes in Mexico Worth Visiting?
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Cenote Diving in Tulum Mexico
Cenote Diving in Tulum Mexico with Koox Diving
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Night Diving with Crocodiles in Tulum Mexico
Night Diving with Crocodiles in Tulum Mexico
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Mermaid Beach Hostel Cancun - The Beach at Isla Mujeres
The Mermaid Hostel Beach, Cancun Mexico: A Review
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The Malecon in Puerto Vallarta at Sunset - The Best Things to do in Puerto Vallarta on A Budget
The Best Things to do in Puerto Vallarta on a Budget
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Palacio de Bellas Artes Mexico City - Backpacking in Mexico Backpackers Guide
The Best Things to Do in Mexico City
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Claire in Mexico City Solo Travel Guide
Mexico City Solo Travel: Is Mexico City Safe as a Solo Female Traveller?
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A Trajinera boat at Xochimilco - Awesome things to do in Mexico City
Xochimilco – Mexico City’s Venice with Boats, Food & Mariachis
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Mexican wearing a Lucha Libre Mask watching a Lucha Libre Flight
Lucha Libre in Mexico City – Your Guide to Mexican Wrestling!
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The Cathedral in the Zocalo Mexico City - Things to do in Mexico City
Free Walking Tour of Mexico City: Estación Mexico
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Food Tour in Mexico City: Sabores Mexico Review
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Cooking Class in Mexico City: Casa Jacaranda Review
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Vegan Taco from La Pitaya Vegana - Vegan Restaurant in Mexico City
Mexico City Vegetarian & Vegan Restaurants to Try
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