City, Mexico
Campeche
Walled colonial port on the Gulf with pastel streets, seafood and a calm pace. Cheaper and quieter than Mérida; hot, humid, and with few nightlife or ride-hailing options.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$988–1,540Comfortable, one person · MX$18,000–28,000Details
- Value for money80/100Better value than 79% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goNov–MarWarmest: May, 32°CDetails
- Internet118 MbpsFixed broadband, Mexico medianDetails
- Tap waterNo, drink bottledDrink bottled or purified water.Details
- LGBTQ+4/5WelcomingDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: limitedDetails
- Doctor's visit$16–44Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundTaxiWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardMixed: cards and cashCards in hotels and many restaurants; cash for markets, taxis, buses and small eateries.Details
Where to stay in Campeche
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Centro Histórico (inside the walls) | Colonial streets, museums, restaurants and short walks |
| Barrio de San Román | Local life, markets and cheaper guesthouses |
| Malecón area | Sea views, hotels and sunset walks |
Apps that work in Campeche
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- Google Translate: Spanish menus and conversations
- Taxis: Uber left Campeche; DiDi and inDrive operate informally and DiDi is being legalised. Use official taxis with agreed fares.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Mexico.
- Mixed: cards and cash Cards in hotels and many restaurants; cash for markets, taxis, buses and small eateries. ATMs in Centro are common.
- Currency: Peso (MXN). US$1 ≈ MX$18.21 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Bank ATMs charge foreign cards roughly MXN 30–150 per withdrawal; always decline the ATM's currency conversion.
- Tipping: 10–15% at restaurants (check whether service is already added), MXN 10–20 for gas attendants and grocery baggers; app rides optional.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay work at many card terminals in cities; local bank transfers need a Mexican account.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Air arrivals get a digital FMM (QR code) at immigration; the visitor fee is already included in your airfare.
- Officers set your stay and may grant fewer than 180 days; carry a return ticket, accommodation details and proof of funds.
- Land arrivals going beyond the border zone need an FMM; the visitor fee applies for stays over seven days.
Emergency numbers
Police 911 · Ambulance 911 · Fire 911 · Tourist police 078 · All emergencies 911
Plugs
Type A, B · 127 V, 60 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Telcel or AT&T SIMs at airports, OXXO stores and carrier shops, about MXN 100–300 with data. Bring your passport to register the line. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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