Page last updated: 18 November 2024
Mexico’s culture, history, and landscapes offer a unique blend of ancient heritage and modern cities, attracting tourists to its historical sites and urban hubs.
How many tourists visit Mexico each year?
42.15 million international tourists visited Mexico in 2023.
- Mexico welcomed 45 million international visitors in 2019. Visitor numbers dropped by 46% to 24.3 million in 2020 due to the pandemic.1
- Mexico’s recovery is evident in 2021 with 31.9 million international visitors. This continued to increase in 2022 with 38.2 million international visitors.2
- In 2023, Mexico attracted 42.15 million international visitors, but this was still 6% down compared to the 2019 figure (pre-pandemic).3
How many tourists visited Mexico in 2024?
- As of September 2024, 19.68 million international tourists visited Mexico. Note: This data is just preliminary from Banco de Mexico and is subject to change with future updates.
| How many people visited Mexico in 2024? | |
| Year | Total Visits (in millions) |
| Jan | 2.38 |
| Feb | 2.43 |
| Mar | 2.78 |
| Apr | 2.12 |
| May | 2.07 |
| Jun | 2.28 |
| Jul | 2.35 |
| Aug | 1.81 |
| Sep | 1.46 |
How many people visited Mexico in 2023?
- Mexico welcomed 42.15 million international visitors in 2023 matching the trend of pre-pandemic but still 6% below in 2019.
How much do people spend in Mexico every year?
International tourism generated $28.68 billion in 2023.
- Mexico’s tourism revenue reached $24.56 billion in 2019. However, during the coronavirus pandemic in 2020, this decreased to $11 billion.
- Mexico saw signs of recovery with $19.76 billion in international tourism expenditure in 2021, increasing to $28.03 billion in 2022 and $28.68 billion in 2023.4
How much did tourists spend in Mexico in 2023?
- International tourists spent $28.68 billion while visiting and exploring the wonders of Mexico in 2023.
Where do visitors to Mexico come from?
- The United States had the majority of tourists, with approximately 25 million visitors, followed by Canada, which accounted for 5.4 million visitors.
- Both Colombia and the United Kingdom had 1.3 million tourists arriving in Mexico in 2019, while Brazil had under 1 million visitors.5
Impact of Coronavirus – Mexico Tourism Statistics 2020
- Due to travel restrictions, Mexico was left with 24.3 million international visitors in 2020, 46% less compared to 2019 when there were 45 million international visitors.
- International tourism expenditure plummeted to $11 billion in 2020 from $24.56 billion during the pre-pandemic period.
How popular is Mexico as a tourist destination?
- In 2023, Mexico stood 4th in the Global Tourism Ranking, welcoming 42.15 million tourists.
- Back in 2019, before travel restrictions reshaped global movements, Mexico ranked as the 7th most visited country with 45 million international visitors. In 2021, Mexico climbed to 2nd, drawing over 31.86 million visitors.
When is the best time to go to Mexico?
- The best time for beach visits is typically from December to April when the weather is dry and warm. However, the summer months (July and August) can also be popular due to school vacations despite the heat and humidity.
- Highland Cities: For cities like Mexico City or Guadalajara, visiting during the dry season (November to April) is recommended for comfortable temperatures and less rainfall.
Best Places to Visit in Mexico
- Mexico City: is one of the best places to visit in Mexico with fascinating museums and art scenery, the city is home to the Museum of Anthropology.
- Cancun: One of the most famous resort towns in the world located on the Yucatan peninsula.
- Tulum: The town of Tulum is known for its Bohemian flair and its ancient Mayan fortress located down the coast of Cancun.
- Cabo San Lucas: Commonly referred to as “Cabo”, a luxurious resort town on the Baja California Peninsula known for its spas and restaurants.
- Puerto Vallarta: A great destination for diving and snorkelling located on Mexico’s western coastline.
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References
- DATATUR: Results of Tourism Activity 2019 ↩︎
- Embamex: International visitors to Mexico 2021 ↩︎
- MexicoNewsDaily: Tourism revenue in Mexico ↩︎
- TradingEconomics: Mexico Tourism Revenue ↩︎
- Gowithguide: Tourism In Mexico Statistics 2023 ↩︎
