At Journey Mexico, we live and work in the destinations where we operate, allowing us to continuously monitor conditions across the country. We only guide travelers to regions we know are safe, drawing on deep local relationships and firsthand expertise. With thoughtful planning, trusted partners, and real-time updates, we ensure every journey through Mexico is secure, seamless, and filled with wonder.
Is Campeche safe?
There are currently no restrictions on travel within Campeche or its major tourist destinations, including Campeche City, Calakmul, and Edzna.
Areas to avoid in Campeche
There are currently no areas to avoid in Campeche, according to the US State Department.
Is Yucatan safe?
The US government has no restrictions on travel to the Yucatan, including Merida, Chichen Itza, Isla Holbox, Ek Balam, Valladolid, Izamal, and Uxmal.
Areas to avoid in Yucatan
There are currently no areas to avoid in the Yucatan, according to the US State Department.
Is Aguascalientes safe?
Although criminal activity and violence may occur throughout the state, there is no restriction on travel.
Areas to avoid in Aguascalientes
There are currently no areas to avoid in Aguascalientes, according to the US State Department.
Is Baja California Sur safe?
There are currently no restrictions on travel within Baja California Sur or its major tourist destinations, including Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Todos Santos, East Cape, and La Paz.
Areas to avoid in Baja California Sur
There are currently no areas to avoid in Baja California Sur, according to the US State Department.
Is Coahuila safe?
The US government recommends increased caution due to crime.
Areas to avoid in Coahuila
U.S. government employees may not travel to these municipalities: Zaragoza, Morelos, Allende, Nava, Jimenez, Villa Union, Guerrero, and Hidalgo municipalities and must travel directly from the United States and observe a curfew from midnight to 6:00 a.m. to Piedras Negras and Ciudad Acuña in both cities.
There are no other restrictions on travel for U.S. government employees in Coahuila state.
Is Durango safe?
The US government recommends increased caution due to crime.
Areas to avoid in Durango
U.S. government employees may not travel to West and South of Federal Highway45. Not other restrictions apply.
Is Hidalgo safe?
There are currently no restrictions on travel to Hidalgo, including major tourist spots such as the city of Hidalgo.
Areas to avoid in Hidalgo
There are currently no areas to avoid in Hidalgo, according to the US State Department.
Is Mexico City safe?
There are currently no restrictions on travel to Mexico City, including Polanco, La Roma, Santa Fe, San Angel, Coyoacán, La Condesa, Chapultepec Park, Basilica de Guadalupe, the city center, and Xochimilco.
Areas to avoid in Mexico City
There are currently no areas to avoid in Mexico City, according to the US State Department. However, we recommend being vigilant, particularly in the neighborhoods of Tepito and Guerrero at night. As with any large city, petty crime occurs frequently in both tourist and non-tourist areas so it is encouraged to always be aware of your surroundings.
Is Nayarit safe?
There are currently no restrictions on visiting the major tourist towns of Riviera Nayarit (including Nuevo Vallarta, Punta Mita, and the Bahia de Banderas).
Areas to avoid in Nayarit
There are currently no areas to avoid in Nayarit, according to the US State Department.
Is Nuevo Leon safe?
There are no restrictions on travel in Nuevo Leon state.
Areas to avoid in Nuevo Leon
There are currently no areas to avoid in Nuevo Leon, according to the US State Department.
Is Oaxaca safe?
The US government has no restrictions on travel to the tourist areas of Oaxaca City, Monte Alban, Puerto Escondido, and Huatulco.
Areas to avoid in Oaxaca
Travelers are advised to steer clear of the Isthmus region of Oaxaca and Highway 200 northwest of Pinotepa. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Oaxaca.
Is Puebla safe?
The US government has no restrictions on travel to Puebla, including the tourist areas of Puebla City, San Andres Cholula, and San Pedro Cholula.
Areas to avoid in Puebla
There are currently no areas to avoid in Puebla, according to the US State Department.
Is Queretaro safe?
The US government has no restrictions on travel to Queretaro, including the tourist areas of Queretaro City and Bernal.
Areas to avoid in Queretaro
There are currently no areas to avoid in Queretaro, according to the US State Department.
Is Quintana Roo safe?
The US government has no restrictions on travel to Quintana Roo, including the tourist areas of Cancun, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Mayakoba, Akumal, Isla Mujeres, Puerto Aventuras, Cozumel, the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, and Xpu-Ha.
Travelers are advised to exercise increased situational awareness after dark in downtown areas of Cancun, Tulum, and Playa del Carmen, and to remain in well-lit pedestrian streets and tourist zones.
Areas to avoid in Quintana Roo
There are currently no areas to avoid in Quintana Roo, according to the US State Department. However, in January 2023 the US State Department did emit a security alert regarding the use of application-based transportation services. At this time, we recommend using authorized taxis until the situation stabilizes.
Is San Luis Potosi safe?
There are no restrictions on travel to San Luis Potosi.
Areas to avoid in San Luis Potosi
There are currently no areas to avoid in San Luis Potosi, according to the US State Department.
Is Tabasco safe?
The US government has no restrictions on travel to Tabasco.
Areas to avoid in Tabasco
There are currently no areas to avoid in Tabasco, according to the US State Department.
Is Tlaxcala safe?
The US government has no restrictions on travel to Tlaxcala, including the tourist areas of Tlaxcala City.
Areas to avoid in Tlaxcala
There are currently no areas to avoid in Tlaxcala, according to the US State Department.
Is Veracruz safe?
The US government has no restrictions on travel to Veracruz, including the tourist areas of Veracruz City and Tajin.
Areas to avoid in Veracruz
There are currently no areas to avoid in Veracruz, according to the US State Department.
Is Baja California safe?
There are currently no restrictions on travel to its major tourist destinations, including Ensenada, Rosarito, and Tijuana.
There has been criminal activity and violence in Baja California.
Areas to avoid in Baja California
There are currently no areas to avoid in Baja California, according to the US State Department. However, the US government recommends only traveling on Highway 2D between Mexicali and Tijuana, Los Algodones, and San Luis Rio Colorado during the day. Travelers may also use Highways 1 and 8 to transit to and from the Mexicali Airport during daylight hours. Travel on Highway 5 is permissible during daylight hours.
Mexicali Valley: U.S. government employees should avoid the Mexicali Valley due to the heightened possibility of violence between rival cartel factions.
Is Chiapas safe?
The advisory to reconsider travel to the state of Chiapas due to crime in the state is heavily influenced by the situations affecting the Mexico-Guatemala border. Please refer to the map linked below for detailed restrictions.
Areas to avoid in Chiapas
U.S. government employees have travel restrictions in various areas of the southeastern region, especially on specific highways. However they are allowed to travel within the limits of Tapachula and Highway 2025 from the port of Chiapas. For more information and to view a map of restricted areas, please visit the US State Department website.
Is Chihuahua safe?
The US government recommends reconsidering travel to Chihuahua due to crime in the region.
Areas to avoid in Chihuahua
The government recommends rethinking travel to Chihuahua. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Chihuahua.
Is Guanajuato safe?
There are currently no restrictions on travel to Guanajuato’s major tourist spots such as Guanajuato City, San Miguel de Allende and surrounding areas.
Areas to avoid in Guanajuato
The US government recommends not traveling to the area south of and including Federal Highway 45D, Celaya, Salamanca, and Irapuato.
Is Jalisco safe?
There are currently no restrictions on visiting the major tourist hotspots of the Guadalajara Metropolitan Area, the Riviera Nayarit including Puerto Vallarta, Chapala, and Ajijic. However, the US government does recommend rethinking travel to Jalisco otherwise due to violence between criminal groups.
Areas to avoid in Jalisco
The government recommends avoiding any area within 20km (12 miles) of the Jalisco-Michoacán border, south of Route 120. It also recommends avoiding Highway 80 south of Cocula and Highway 544 from Mascota to San Sebastian del Oeste. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Jalisco.
Is Morelos safe?
The US government currently has no restrictions on traveling to Morelos. However, it does recommend rethinking travel to the state due to violent crime and gang activity.
Areas to avoid in Morelos
There are currently no specific areas to avoid in Morelos. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Morelos.
Is Sonora safe?
The US State Department recommends reconsidering travel to Sonora.
Areas to avoid in Sonora
The US government has placed restrictions on several areas in Sonora. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Sonora.
Is Colima safe?
The US State Department is currently advising against travel to Colima.
Areas to avoid in Colima
The US government recommends avoiding travel to Colima. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Colima.
Is Guerrero safe?
The US government currently advises against traveling to Guerrero, including Acapulco, Zihuatanejo, Ixtapa, and Taxco.
Areas to avoid in Guerrero
The government is recommending travelers to avoid Guerrero entirely. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Guerrero.
Is Michoacán safe?
The US State Department is currently advising against travel to Michoacán.
Areas to avoid in Michoacán
The US government is recommending travelers avoid Michoacán entirely. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Michoacán.
Is Sinaloa safe?
The US State Department is currently advising against travel to Sinaloa.
Areas to avoid in Sinaloa
The US government says travel to Sinaloa should be avoided. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Sinaloa.
Is Tamaulipas safe?
The US government currently recommends avoiding travel to the state of Tamaulipas.
Areas to avoid in Tamaulipas
Travel to Tamaulipas should be avoided, according to the US State Department. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Tamaulipas
Is Zacatecas safe?
The US government currently advises travelers to reconsider travel due to violent crime, extortion, and gang activity.
Areas to avoid in Zacatecas
The government recommends rethinking travel to Zacatecas. Please visit the US State Department website for up-to-date advice on travel safety in Zacatecas.
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