Santa Lucia has some of the best restaurants in the city, with something for every taste. La Pola ice cream store is directly across the street with a wide variety of flavors. Entertainment options are numerous and close, with pubs, bars, museums and attractions within easy walking distance. Casa Jirafa is truly in the center of the city of Merida.
If you bring a car, there is parking on Calle 62 between Calles 55 and 57, less than one block from Casa Jirafa. There is also a parking lot behind Santa Lucia square.
Taxi fares in Merida are inexpensive, with fares within the Centro set to about 50 pesos. Uber and Cabify are also available.