A great day out for sure. Some reviews have suggested it’s not for the ‘elderly’ I would say it depends on your mobility not your age. At almost 67 I totally enjoyed the ride and 3 cenotes.

Amazing collection of 4 cenotes offered by a local guide. We payed a flat rate of 600 pesos for two people, which included life jackets and transport. The cenotes are incredible, especially the first and last ones, which are completely underground. Yhe water is pristine and we even ran into two other families, who we ended up spending the whole experience with.

A special experience. You start our at the parking lot, where you can change, shower and buy refreshments. The price is per cart, which can hold about four people, and was 800 Pesos. The cart is then pulled along some narrow gauge tracks a horse. The ride is quite long, loud, shaky and a bit exhausting and dusty. But seeing these three Cenote is very special and was definitely one of our highlights in Yucatan. All three are underground, the first one is in a cave in complete darkness. The other two shown a beautiful blue color. Beware: currently the last rides start at 15:00 and it can take 2,5-3 hours.

Off the popular tourist path but right on the main road is the small town of Cuzama with many cenotes. As you approach the town by car or collectivo people with well worn brochures will attempt to flag you down and direct you to one of the cenotes. They may even get in the car to guide you. Once there a horse and rustic buggy on a narrow rail track will take you into the jungle to visit 3 different cenotes. If another cart is approaching you get out, the driver lifts the cart off the track to let them through... It all adds to the fun. About 500-600 MX pesos per cart. You can fit 4 people easily. We enjoyed the experience and swimming we did 2 different tours in the same day. Plan for 3 hrs per tour. The places are rustic so don't come here expecting Tulum and a lot of facilities. No crowds. No gift shop. Small store or restaurant only. Very charming, had a great time. A once in a lifetime experience. Stop in the Town at the small central market get something to eat and take a photo at the town sign. Very authentic and typical of a small Yucatan pueblo.

The whole experience will take you about 3-4 hours. You start by getting in this little trains that can fit 4 passangers and are pulled by horses. Just take in mind that to get to the first cenote is almost 20-30min riding this trains. Once you get down there, they take you to the farthest cenotes, which one is really good for pictures because the light is perfect and you can see the bottom and the inside is really good. And the other one is really good for jumping and swimming around. The third one is a cave with a little natural pool.

Go there in the morning. We started 10am and where alone in the cenotes. When we left around 1:30pm, it really started to get crowded. Price is 800 pesos for a horse cart in which you can fit up to 4-5 people. Easy to reach from Merida by Colectivo (34 Pesos per person one way.

Actually quite nice. I was suspicious because of the trip with the horse. But it was fun. Cenote 2 and 3 are fabulous. The first ist beautiful to visit but not big enough to take a bath. Very small and narrow. We went in the early morning. When we finished it was packed. 9:00-9:30 best time.

The Zócalo in Puebla is truly the heart of the city and a must-visit destination for anyone exploring this vibrant colonial city. As one of Mexico’s most beautiful and historic plazas, it offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and lively atmosphere. The square is surrounded by stunning colonial architecture, with colorful buildings and ornate facades that reflect Puebla’s rich heritage. The cathedral, with its impressive baroque design, dominates the skyline and adds to the majestic ambiance of the plaza. During the day, the Zócalo buzzes with activity—locals and tourists alike gather to relax, enjoy street performances, or sip coffee at nearby cafes. At night, the area transforms with beautifully lit buildings, creating a romantic and picturesque setting. The surrounding streets are lined with shops, markets, and restaurants offering delicious local cuisine, including Puebla’s famous mole poblano. It’s a great place to soak in the local culture, do some shopping, or simply people-watch. Overall, the Zócalo in Puebla is a vibrant, historic, and charming place that captures the essence of the city. Whether you’re interested in history, architecture, or just soaking up the lively atmosphere, it’s an experience not to be missed.

Puebla es a historic place and have an amazing cultural history. You can find nice place to eat and buy some gifts.

Fantastic decorations for Dia de Los Muertos all over this Zocalo. I had a great time walking around and taking photos of everything. It was super colorful, very beautiful, and so much fun to be had. The architecture is amazing and the sights and people made my heart sing.

3rd largest city in Mexico and absolutely beautiful!!! Add this to your list if you're visiting Mexico City. Make sure to go to the library and thr church in Centro. We took a tour here and it was excellent. Really enjoyed learning about tye history of the city and the architecture.

This place is amazing. I went for Día de los Muertos and it was such an impressive time there. Everything was amazing. Definitely felt safe even with so many crowds. It was awesome seeing the historic architecture and the preservation of the culture. Saw all types of people from Mexico and around the world. Definitely recommend and I will be going back again!

Alot to see and do here ! Food, stores, walking, browsing,tours, museums, people watch, ZumBa, activities.. something always happening. - Can't fly drones here without a permit

Had a wonderful walk around this area and went inside the church. So beautiful.

There are churches, and then there are sanctuaries that glimmer — this is one of them. Hay iglesias, y luego hay santuarios que resplandecen — este es uno de esos. I always carry my faith with me wherever I travel, and La Capilla del Rosario in Puebla felt like coming home to reverence. This golden chapel is hidden within the Templo de Santo Domingo, yet once you step inside, the light, the gold, the art — it commands your full attention and your deepest prayer. Built between 1650 and 1690, it was the first chapel in Mexico dedicated exclusively to Our Lady of the Rosary.  Because of its stunning gilded interior, the chapel has long been spoken of as the “Casa Dorada” — often called Puebla’s Eighth Wonder of the World.  Every wall, every arch, every dome is adorned with gold leaf reliefs, cherubs, angels, vegetal motifs, aquatic imagery (fish, shells, waves) — a design that seems to whisper of sea and spirit.  Below the paintings depicting the life of Mary, you’ll see Talavera tilework — each tile a bead in a giant rosary, framed by angels’ heads.  At the heart of the chapel stands a statue of the Virgin of the Rosary, sheltered under a golden baldachin (ciprés), with Saint Dominic and Archangel Gabriel above — a vertical direction of prayer, faith, and intercession.  Tradition holds that the Virgin of the Rosary also holds a special place in the hearts of mariners — the protector of those at sea. She is prayed to for guidance and safe passage over water — a fitting devotion in this chapel that evokes ocean motifs and divine presence. If you visit Puebla, don’t rush past this gem. Find a quiet moment inside, let the gold light wash over you, and whisper your prayers. It’s not only a monument of art; it’s a place where faith, history, and divine mystery meet. Hay iglesias, y luego hay santuarios que resplandecen — este es uno de esos. Michelle

Gorgeous 😍 not tickets necessary. Just tip the guide.

It's an amazing church to visit. The Rosario chapel is perhaps one of the best examples of the Mexican baroque period. It's well restored and well kept. Worth your visit when in Puebla

Free admission to enter the church. It looks beautiful from the outside and must be from the inside. It is located quite central and easy to find by walking. Entrance accessible for wheelchairs.

A sumptuous chapel located inside the Church of Santo Domingo. You may pay 20 pesos for entry and its money well spent. There is always a line to see the pace because they are only allowing so many people at a time. Tee church is nice but the chapel is over the top, colonial baroque, with gold everywhere. Most impressive.

Magnificent, a must see, I'm no expert but its interior is so ornate it seems as much rococo as baroque. Either way, wow it is gorgeous.

Absolutely gorgeous! The whole church has an amazing decoration. You gotta be there to fully appreciate every detail

All the family loved this place! So cool how close you can get to the animals 😂 so many nice places to take pics. And the restrooms are very clean. Lots of different places to eat. Highly recommend if you are visiting puebla with the kids!!

I was impressed! My first Safari in life! It was amazing to see different animals so close 🐘 Such a beautiful family experience! Highly recommend 🌟 The only problem can be lots of visitors, so 🚗 cars drive very slowly and under the sun 🌞 it can be a tricky time with kids in a car! So I would choose time to enter wisely. Maybe not weekends if you have opportunity! Area with Lions is just Breathtaking! 🧡🦁

A super cool drive thru zoo. After you drive thru all the way, there is a walking experience where u get to see even more animals and insects. Such a cool experience for the kids. The animals looked very healthy and well taken care of. Such a delightful place, will come back!

Amazing, better than expected. The animals seem to be better treated that in most zoos and this haves a nice concept that makes it different than a normal zoo. Loved the Cows with gigantic horns

Such a phenomenal experience! I 10/10 recommend if you’re visiting to make this place a stop!

Go on a Monday, bring your own car and take as much time as you need driving through to see the animals. Staff are accommodating and understanding, not strict about poking your head out of sunroofs.

Beautiful place! We came to visit with the family and we had a great time!

The museum is beautiful, large and had great services all around. There's so much information and the exhibits are so interesting, it can be overwhelming (in a good way), it definitely warrants several visits to see it all properly. The few issues I have are: the cafeteria has no visible menu or price list and the clerk was not very helpful; also, the auditorium feels a little cramped and the sound system in it is horrible, with blown speakers, permanent hissing, crackling, the mics cut off often; the projector send to be quite old, the image quality is passable.

Huge collection of colossal heads and other pieces from the south region heading back 1500 BCE. I’m giving four stars because the cafe was closed. You definitely to go through the whole museum. Quick thing if you decide to go to the restroom before you get to a stall grab toilet paper which is located outside the stalls.

I was very warmly received and purchased general admission and the English audio self-tour. I thoroughly enjoyed the special exhibition as well as all of the amazing Olmec artifacts this museum houses. The covered terrace areas feel like little time-capsule oases. The grounds may be my new "happy place" here in Xalapa; I spent almost as much time outside enjoying all the amazing trees and flowers as I spent inside in awe and reverence of the history and culture collected here. That being said, I did notice that the museum, while they do have some areas with wheelchair ramps, is still VERY inaccessible for those with disabilities, particularly mobility issues. E.g. the restrooms are located upstairs and then there are a couple steps up to the entrance of the restroom, and the restrooms themselves were very cramped, smelly, and didn't seem well cared for. Also, as a white American visiting here, I recognize I may have had a different experience in my treatment by the staff than perhaps locals and other Mexicans may receive, which saddens me. I sincerely hope (and will try to do my part so) that more money will be allocated to maintaining this gorgeous museum that is so important to México's cultural heritage, so that it can be even more accessible and comfortable for ALL. Will definitely be coming back!

Very interesting and well put together museum. Spent a couple of hours enjoying the exhibits the building and outside amongst the plants. It's a shame that they do not have adequate air-conditioning system to preserve all of the antiquities and waste paper just to give you a receipt of payment for entry which is the size of a certificate. They could also put in a coffee and cake area as they have a lot of room at the end of the exhibition and at the entrance also. They have not thought about using the space wisely. They charge 60 pesos extra for the audio guide which has no signal when walking around the museum. Apparently it's supposed to be free on Sundays. This is not the case.

One of the most exquisite museums I've ever had the pleasure of visiting. Make the effort. The collection is displayed in such a way that you can truly connect to the artifacts (no touching!) and I rarely needed my English audio guide. The weaving of indoor and out, placing the carvings into the courtyards, the length of the main corridor... even the brutalist architecture (usually not a fan, sorry) play together to keep you engaged.

This museum is truly a must see in your visit to Xalapa, let alone Mexico. The adult fee is 55 pesos ($2.86). I recommend to get an audio guide, and use the self pave option. There are pieces from 4 different cultures, covering a span of almost 2000 years. The level of detail is outstanding, and the scope of each piece is breathtaking. It will take you around 2 hours to walk down the whole down the whole collection, but them you can sit down in the gardens and enjoy a restful time aurrounding by nature. I didn't find a cafe in the premises, and instead of a gift shop they have a bookstore. A remarkable afternoon you will not regret.

Very interesting museum, with a lot of artifacts found locally. The location is way bigger than I expected, also has a very beautiful and relaxing garden. Would be better if they offered a tour guide to tell you about the history of all the finding.

Place used to have an amazing scenic view to get there. Unfortunately the place is now surrounded by walls, factories and just to get there is 20 min more to your tour. No signs to know more about the place and very reduced parking. Is not worth doing more than once

It is good place to visit if you go to Malecon de Veracruz, you can buy a hat ($100mx), an umbrella ($100) and glasses ($100mx) in the entrance; also you can contract a visitor guide to get a best experience(which cost is around $400MX per 6 persons). Access cost for San Juan de Ulua is $100MX.

We were not told ahead of time, but you must leave all food and drinks (other than water) in the ferry. Any candy. And the snacks and drinks purchased on the ferry as well. Unfortunately, my friend left her bag with candies just purchased and it went missing. Lots of walking involved. I suggest paying for the guided tour, very informative.

This is a great historical place to visit. It's a drive from the city so take a taxi or other transportation vehicle. Restrooms are available. Only water is allowed inside the fort not any flavored waters. Recommended to go early as it gets hot later in the day. There are guides available outside of the fort.

At least 450 years old, the existence of this fort predates the founding of Boston. The architecture corresponds to the military models of the time. It might not be as well preserved as other castle/forts in the Caribbean, but it certainly is worth your visit. I have 2 small children, and we found plenty to enjoy as a family in our 2 hour-long visit. You can hire private tour guides at the entrance, but there is also plenty of information online to inform you as you search its many nooks and crannies. It's well worth the 60 pesos entry fee.

Very interesting place. Tickets are around $85 pesos per adult. I recommend getting a tour guide (our charged $50 additional per person) to tell you the story. It is incredible how much has happened here. We took a trolley from the artisan market and paid $100 round trip per person. Everything is outside so consider sunblock, a hat and water.

Great historic fort with a lot to see. A pity that it's been allowed to degrade so much. Still, there seems to be a lot of work going into renovations of at least the core structures. Hopefully when I come back I can view this historic treasure in it's full glory. Definitely worth a visit. I would recommend the guided tour as well, there are a few English speaking guides.

A lovely experience at the Aquarium today! It’s bigger than I expected with a lot of rooms and spaces for different species. I went on a weekday around 3pm and it was pretty empty. Lovely to walk around and learn about marine life. There’s bathrooms available and a foodcourt right outside the exit once you are done with some little stores.

The aquarium is medium-sized. All is display only. They have plenty of souvenir stores inside. They DO NOT have a dolphin show or penguin show. Some of the locals that work around the area claim that they do. So, do not be fooled.

I was visited before but now is more beautiful. Than before we love it

Acuario de Veracruz is an amazing experience! The variety of marine life is incredible, and the exhibits are both educational and visually stunning. It’s a perfect spot for families and anyone who loves sea creatures. Highly recommend visiting!

Lovey place , too many cute creatures can see just in one place. 😍 Nice environment.

Must visit place in Veracruz for all. Great aquarium with variety of sealife

Went in to get out of the heat. It was bigger than what we expected. They have a lot of interesting fish and aquatic animals. There are doing some construction so some exhibits were closed. Missing description of fish but we just used Google to look up names of fish. Exciting the aquarium is a food court.

Beautiful place with abundant natural wonders, particularly the impressive alligators that populate the waters. The diverse wildlife and scenery offer plenty to explore and observe. Unfortunately, the experience is marred by significant amounts of litter scattered throughout the waterways. It's disheartening to see such negligence toward this natural habitat, as both visitors and management seem indifferent to the pollution. A magnificent location that deserves better environmental stewardship.

Of course , nature is wonderful!! And I’ve seen some crocodiles. But all the tourist companies in Chiapas seem to be treating tourists like dollars, only seeking to profit and don’t really think of the experience you are paying for. So the visit ended up being very touristy, rushed and tiring. I wouldn’t go if I knew what I was going to get.

Mexican government: DO BETTER. This is a magical spot that is completely neglected it terms of conservation. One full net/barrel of trash/plastic picked up per boat that is allowed to tour. The customers would be willing to support this. It's completely heartbreaking to see the amout of plastic on this beautiful river.

Honestly very beautiful natural attraction super unique and breathtaking I’ve not seen anything like it in my life… but to just be real I can’t ignore the fact that there is so much plastic pollution in this area it’s disgusting actually and heart breaking it is actually is hard to not mention it because it does take away from the beauty and it’s important to mention because I feel as though there could be something put into place to prevent this much rubbish building up in such a beautiful natural attraction where there is many ecosystems. Apart from the disgusting build up of neglected rubbish the nature itself is very magical

Wonderful site, stunning view but .. Not very eco-tourism oriented and many disrespectful boats. And then this mountain of plastic that is not treated and goes directly in the wildlife. Sad

Great place but there are so many trash in the canyon, it is sad to witness animals standing in the middle of plastic bottles… it seems like community here does not care about their land :(

Had a fantastic time on this tour. The history of the canyons are amazing. A lot of wildlife to see I recommend this tour.

The ticket took forever,.than from the next window some man shouted: where are you from? He had to fill out a list, then at the entrance we had an argument since the ticket lady gave us the Mexican entrance fee and the entrance lady told her we should have paid the foreigner entrance fee, so they argued if a permanent residence permit makes a foreigner eligible for the regular fee or not and we just stood there.....until we decided to enter the park. A very unwelcome feeling. The park deteriorated a lot since we were here 4 years ago. Not worth the money. With or without discount.

A wonderful combination of a zoo, forest preserve and archeological site, with coatis roaming free thru the park, huge ceibas and mango trees and next to a lagoon with crocodiles, make it a unique place, not to be missed if you’re in Villahermosa.

Today it was free. No flash photography and don't touch anything. Not really kid friendly and you have to pay for everything.

Very cool outdoor museum of Olmec sculptures and altars. Situated on a lovely lagoon, it's one of the highlights of Villahermosa (excepting the dismal, unnecessary zoo included in the park).

Make sure to bring mosquito repellent so that you can enjoy this place.

I was visiting from the US and my friends wanted to take me here. It’s beautiful, for sure. I really like that it has the combination of being a museum AND a zoo! Mostly common zoo animals, but it’s still neat. I really enjoyed the bird area that you can walk into. The big head statues are awesome. The ONLY downfall is the amount of mosquitoes is torturous! Be prepared for that, bring plenty of bug spray/repellent because you will for sure be eaten alive by mosquitoes if not. We had bug spray and were still getting attacked haha.

Nice experience but the animal enclosures were not very well kept. My animal lover kids were very concerned. We were not aware of the zoo and we were just fine without the zoo part. Very hot and humid but fun to see the archeological monuments.

🤔I could spend all day here & not get bored! My only complaint is really personal, I get car sick & the curves into valley for me sick 🤢 I will say it's about 250peso to go up the water fall it's a certain part they'll only let u go with guide. They kept trying to talk me into it & I watched some ppl go. You climb up & the falls then jump down so for me it wasn't worth it🤷🏽‍♂️. If u wanna flex on the gram or something yh, go 4 it💪🏽. There was a lot of places to go & see, I'd suggest going as early as u can🌄 bc 2 me it was more fun with ppl & the groups leave early evening. We made new friends which was cool. There's tons of restaurants that'll let u use Wi-Fi🥩 if you eat there. There's also tons of vendors selling lots of souvenirs if you want a momento, some are decent size statues🗿 There's local kids that live there where they can go places visitors 🙅🏽‍♂️can't 4 safety reasons. Keep in mind there's ppl that live here so you might see some🛀 bathing or washing clothes on the river🧼🧽👙🩳 I would recommend this place so many times over & we didn't even get to do that much😎

Beautiful series of waterfalls. This was one of the favorite stops for everyone in our little travel group. The water was fairly blue/green that day and we spent a lot of time in it. We also had a delicious lunch in a small restaurant next to the falls.

It's a long, bumpy ride away from anywhere, but the falls are as impressive and powerful as billed. But, be aware that the water is only blue when rainfall in the highlands has been relatively minimal. We were there in early November after several days of hard rain, and it was Cascadas de Agua Marrón. Also, be prepared for wall-to-wall vendors at every point along the way.

Beautiful waterfalls with area for walk, swimm, shop, eat and they even have short zip line.

The day I went was pouring cats and dogs, yet it was so beautiful. People were swimming despite the rain.

One of the most beautiful cascades visited in mexico The community take care of safety in water and the surrounding area. Very friendly tender owner. Water looks amazing

Absolutely love this place! This waterfalls are probably my most favourite. The water was unbelievable blue and you can bath on many places. If you want more privacy just go more up, where are just few people. There are also plenty of bars and a restaurant with great food, especially the fish.

The sights are great. Now there are two prices. One for nationals and one for foreigners. You can take your car but your not permited to park i the area, but there are a few restaurants near the area... Take your car. The tickets cost 215$ each + 60$ for parking + 120$ for the taxi to take you up to the ruins. In all it's a good place to visit, very hot, not many moskitos if your blood is packed with vit B but it's quite a hike. Swarms of tour guides will come to you, the prices range from 100$ to 330$ or more for a guide. Some beautiful trees very humid take water....

Palenque is not just a collection of stone ruins; it is an experience of discovery and immersion. Nestled deep within the humid Chiapan jungle, the site is unparalleled for its mystical atmosphere and stunning setting. Unlike the more arid sites, here you feel the weight of history surrounded by the vibrant sounds and green canopy of the rainforest. Atmosphere and Setting: The humidity is intense, but the reward is worth it. The jungle hasn't just been cleared around the ruins; it actively embraces them. You'll see massive kapok trees, hear the roar of howler monkeys, and feel the constant presence of the wild. It gives the site a unique sense of being reclaimed by nature. Key Structures: The architecture at Palenque is sophisticated and beautiful, known for its delicate stucco work and refined carvings. * The Temple of the Inscriptions: The most famous structure, which housed the tomb of the great ruler Pakal the Great. It is imposing and a marvel of classic Mayan engineering. * The Palace: With its unique four-story tower, the Palace offers fascinating insights into the royal life and astronomical observations of the ancient city. * The Northern Group & Waterfalls: Don't miss the structures across the small river and the beautiful, small waterfalls and cascades that flow through the site—a perfect spot for a break. Overall: Palenque provides a thrilling blend of history, archaeology, and intense natural beauty. It's a must-visit for anyone traveling through Chiapas and offers a far more engaging and evocative experience than many larger, better-known sites. Arrive early to beat the worst of the heat and the largest crowds!

Amazing site! Get a feel for ancient Maya culture, and discover the incredible pyramids here. It's so cool how they are hidden in the jungle, and I was told only roughly 5% has been uncovered. 100% worth a visit You can also occasionally spot monkeys here :)

Decinitely a must see if you find yourself in Mexico. For me this was so much better experience then Chichen Itza where you have lot of annoying souvenir vendors and a lot more tourist. Palenque is a peacevul heaven hidden inside jungle. Not only archeological site is amazing and you can climb on them (august 2025) but also check nature especially trees while you here. Sanitarios (toilets) are in the start up point where you buy ticket, and also 4 km up in the woods where really walking tour starts. Parking is 62 pessos, Palenqua ticket 215 pessos, governement tax 100 pessos, and transport 60 pessos per person.

I wanted to come here since I was a little child, and I was not disappointed. The ruins are simply stunning both the ones that have been restored in the main area and the remaining ones that are still covered by the jungle. I just wanted to add some details on how to get there. Actually, the best way is to take a collectivo from the city centre. I paid only 25 pesos. When you are there, you are assaulted by people that want to be your guide, but I think it’s actually so much better to go on your own. They tell you that without them, you cannot see the ruins that are in the jungle. but actually it’s not true. I had to pay then, from the official ticket booth 100 pesos to enter the main archaeological park, 235 pesos to get into the jungle, and 60 more pesos to get the shuttle bus to get to the main entrance. There was no shuttle bus to take me back to a ticket booth when I finished, but I could jump on another collectivo that took me back to the city Centre. Please note, but even when it goes back to the city centre all it says on the bus is Ruinas.

was here on a Sunday. on Sundays the locals have free entry and hence the place was busy. I recommend taking a guide to understand the different buildings. I got an unofficial guide from inside the site for 400 pesos though the guides outside asked for 800 pesos. I was alone and hence this lower price, for groups they may charge 1000 pesos. unfortunately I did not hear any howler monkeys even though the guide took me a bit inside the jungle. the place looks mesmerizing and reminded me of video game locations of mayan civilization. there are multiples tickets to be purchased. a total of 315 pesos on tickets and 60 pesos for the collectivo too and fro from the entry gate.this was in addition to the 25 pesos for the collectivo from the town to the entry gate

November 2025. ⬇️Some major flaws/scams⬇️ 1)Gates open at 8 a.m,that's too late. Tropical temperatures and humidity are peaking already by 9 a.m. For comparison,Angkor Wat archaeological park in Cambodia🇰🇭 opens at 6 a.m. 2)Palenque stands out from other Mayan sites in 🇲🇽 for the quality of the artifacts rescued but the Museum is CLOSED for renovation until date to be announced. They won't tell you that upon buying tickets nor will they grant a discount for the incovenience (as we normally do in the EU). 3)You must buy 2 tickets at the registration (3.5 kms from the ruins proper) desk: 100p for the ruins + 215p for the "natural park" 🤌🤌?!? 315p in total or 15€...and that's just the beginning (to be cleared what the "natural park" is?) 4)After paying the ticket, walk 3.5kms in the heat or pay extra 60p extra for a shuttle (again, similar cases in the EU or Turkey include shuttle transfer) 5)tout guides will catch your attention asking to see your entrance ticket (they are not in charge of that) to later offer their services. This considered,2 hours on one's own are enough to tour the site.

This is a pretty unique attraction to visit in Mexico. An original fortified bastion with a former city gate within the framework of surviving and restored city walls. It appears like something you'd see in Spain or Portugal, which is what makes it so neat. It's not exactly pretty or spectacular, but it is unique. There are a few shops and a restaurant or two on the "old" side of the walls. If you look north, off in the distance you can see the Sea Gate at the other end of the old city. Nice!

A walk along the old Campeche city walls comes with some nice views. Keep in mind there is zero shade.

One of the best historical sights in town! For only 15 pesos you are allowed to climb the walls of the former fortifications with a beautiful view over the colorful city center. Highly recommended, well worth the price. Can be quite hot up there in the sun, though, better bring some water and a hat. You might expect to spent about 20 minutes there, if you walk all around.

Just a small part of Mexico's history. The whole city is really nice. Night show at Puerta de Tierra is ok, but unfortunately is only in Spanish, they should include an English version to welcome foreign tourism.

Fantastic little museum. Great collection and display of Mayan culture and history of Campeche... Also some awesome facts about 🏴‍☠️!!! The staff were eager to answer any questions about the exhibits and there were plenty of language options. Great for a quick tour and lesson on the area!

Worth a visit.Long wall,(like the great Chinas wall,but maybe Ch shorter:)). Beautiful views around for a 15 mnx cost.

Part of old colonial fort. Nice view from the walls.Pirat room at the entrance😁. Entrance fee 15 pesos. Also good pub opposite gate🍻

One of the oldest Mayan cities with amazingly preserved artifacts. The 5 floor pyramid is beautiful, the whole site is 10/10.

The most breathtaking sight I have seen so far! It is much bigger than you can imagine. We took a guide because there was 1 available and there were no visitors so it felt like a real private tour. The guide explained us much more than you are able to find yourself which made the experience even better!

Amazing and calm, do not miss this archeological site!!! After being shocked by the experience in Chichén Itzá with the many thousands of shouting vendors constantly breathing in our neck to buy at their stands, here we went through the opposite. Instead of the crowded and loud place we arrived to a calm and peaceful Mayan site with grandiose well-preserved ruins. We were probably a total of 10 people at the site at noon on this Tuesday. So special, we loved it! ❤️

Made an afternoon trip from Campeche as part of a Yucatán roadtrip. Absolutely worth the drive and feels unique compared with other sites in the region. Mid-sized site with a handful of enormous structures, most importantly the massive acropolis with the main palace. Almost everything can be climbed, the notable exception being the palace. Excellent small museum with everything translated into English. Iguanas are sparser compared to other regional sites so spotting them is a real treat.

A breathtaking site in incredible condition. Entrance is only 100 pesos and it is well worth getting a guide (although there is a great museum and helpful signage too). We spent 2.5 hours there but would have liked to stay longer

Nice archeological complex. We were almost alone in there. Not many tourist. Good value for the cheap entry fee. Lots of mosquitoes - bring some protection.

A must do in Campeche !!! Ancient beauty that the Mayas build & is still standing in great condition. The site is well kept, but no stores to buy water or food, so go prepare & it's really humid and hot. Mosquitoes 🦟 will bite you since you walk in, but you are in the middle of a tropical jungle, so take gallons of Mosquito repellent!!! Besides that, it's an incredible place to explore the greatest of the Mundo Maya in Mexico 🇲🇽

This is an absolutely must go if you are visiting anywhere Merida, Yukatan area. I had a tour guide, Eric, who was amazing. Seeing the beautiful architectural structures was mesmerizing and intriguing. We saw wild life, many iguanas around the property.

This is way better than the famous Chichén Itzá. There's much more to see, it's quiter and it's not only Uxmal, UNESCO named a group of sites as one WHS. Do visit the other ones too, Kabah, Sayıl and Labna. Uxmal have official parking lot mostly in shade, washrooms and gift shops of course. Be ready to walk around, there are ramps for every single part of the site. I like it much more than the famous sister . But of course it's not like 2 hours drive from Cancun. Visit Uxmal and siblings and then spend the night in Campeche, also a WHS with a nice promenade and nice historic district.

My favourite ruin in Mexico I’ve seen. The details and artistry are unmatched. This archaeological site is extremely well preserved. We rented a car and went without a group. We paid 110pesos for parking and 580pesos per person to enter. There is so much to see, we spent over 4 hours exploring. If we went with a group we would have only had 2-3 hours. Highly recommend Uxmal to anyone interested in visiting.

Visited for the first time with a friend back in February. Its so fun to explore and imagine what the world was like back then. I really liked that you could climb up some of the areas and feel the rock and everything. Very immersive. Price was decent for an archeological site in my opinion. My friend also had a great time. A lot of it is shaded by trees which made it really enjoyable. wear insect repellent though.

Excellent experience. Uxmal is a beautiful pyramid. We went with a tour of ten. We had a guide who spoke good English. Spectacular views.

Just such an astonishing site. Beautifully maintained. Be prepared to walk though. Good shoes and a hat are a must. Non-citizens pay an additional fee. You have to pay that fee at a separate window than the entry fee. It is not self evident from the signage. Just be aware that you need the receipt with the QR code from window 1 (or 2) in addition to the entry ticket or they won't let you in.

Arrive at 8am, you will have the place to yourself. It gets busy from 10am with lots of coaches arriving. Stay at a hotel the night before. Residents get a discount on Sundays ( one part is free).

You have to visit in person to get a feeling for this historic monument. Also there are numerous shops and a park where you can buy food and souvenirs

This is a MUST SEE if you’re in Merida! Stunningly beautiful cathedral that was the FIRST one built in Mexico. Easy to access, safe, no admission charge and stunning. You must check it out! 🤩

Beautiful site in Merida. Must see for anyone. Looking at it from Picheta is amazing as well. Also I recommend viewing it day and night because it looks amazing in different kinds of ways. Also research the history as it’s pretty interesting.

Architecturally impressive, this cathedral houses none of the original art. Either stripped during the Mexican Revolution, or removed to prevent theft, the cathedral is a less decorative experience than the frilly, gilded majesty of the ones we saw in Mexico City, Puebla, and Oaxaca. Saturday nights there is a Mayan pelota demonstration in front of the Cathedral. It is a fitting location, since the stone walls of the Catedral de San Ildefonso are also the last remnants of the Mayan Temple that stood on the same spot. If you are visiting the archeological sites in the area, the ball game demonstration and ceremony will add significantly to your overall understanding and experience.

Fascinating cathedral, especially during the Christmas season. I love the light show they project onto the cathedral, as well as all the events that take place during this time. The church is free of charge. I believe the projection only happens during the weekend.

It’s one of the oldest buildings in Mexico, making it a fascinating spot for anyone interested in history and architecture

The oldest Catholic Cathedral and Church in North America. It was amazing to go to Mass here and experience history. Imagining the millions of pilgrims and Catholics that have worshipped here over centuries. The authentic structure gives the feeling of traveling through time and being in an International landmark is something special. Located directly in Central Mérida Yucatan Mexico across from the plaza is the iconic landmark. The Church is very peaceful and popular for tourists. But, it still functions as a Catholic Church with Masses held daily. This cultural heritage center is where Catholics formed their first Cathedral in North America. Then branching out to form missions throughout North, Central, and South America. You can feel the connection between the past and the present in a Holy Site. Then enjoy the food, shopping, and the cultural park directly across the street. A great place for family to visit and also fellowship in Christ!

Not worth the time or the effort or money indeed the price of both getting there, it’s far, and admission. The edifice is huge but the galleries are small, so much so that currently there is a large section on crafts, not really what one is expecting. Basically if you have been to the many Mayan museums in each city including the excellent Anthropological Museum in CDMX then this is a total waste of time. Sad but true!

This was a decent museum but it was a little bit confusing. For some reason when you enter you are actually entering at the end of the exhibit and when you exit it's the beginning of the exhibit. I'm not quite clear on why this was happening. I also was a little bit confused by the items that appear to be original archaeological pieces. Were they really? After you walk through there for a while, you start to realize that these may not be actual archaeological items but reproductions of them. I noticed this when I was reading what they were saying about each item.

Great artifacts! Big museum with lots of history and interesting facts about Maya. Taking off 2 starts for: 1) No English guide (or any guide) at this pint 2) No air conditioning, we wanted to leave earlier just because it was unbearable hot inside

Great museum. Worth a visit. A few missing translations, but nothing Google translate can't solve

We arrived at the museum an hour and 15 minutes before it closed, but it turned out that was the perfect amount of time. It doesn't have a ton of blockbuster artifacts (especially if you've already visited, and are implicitly comparing it to, the Museo de Antropologia in Mexico City...which was the case for us). However, what it DOES do quite well is to paint a picture of how the ancient Maya actually lived, how their society was impacted and shaped by the Spanish conquest (such as the role of the henequen trade), and how that all connects to the lives of the modern Maya. That throughline is essentially absent from the CDMX museum; in fact, I think the Gran Museo del Mundo Maya feels more like an "anthropology" museum, while the Museo de Antropologia feels like an archaeology museum, not anthropology. Both are worthwhile for their own reasons!

Really worth going. It holds beautiful Mayan artifacts that show the greatness of the artists. I do not agree with some of the archaeologists conclusions. And was really disappointed the Spanish stuff had a place in there. The colonialists of the world need to honour and appreciate the indigenous of their country. I speak as a white Canadian. These are Mayan temples, preserved by abandoning them. Too valuable to be destroyed by ignorant invaders. The Maya spirituality and knowledge far advanced of the civilizations that came later.

If you're interested in the Mayan culture, there are interesting artifacts to view at this museum. It also includes early Spanish artifacts. There are also three movie theaters with interesting visuals that are presented in Spanish language audio. This was our second visit in six years. We visited the museum during a weekday afternoon, and it was relatively quiet. The staff was very friendly and we had a great experience!

Amazing place on Mérida you can walk, eat marquesitas and have fun! Take a lot of photos

Nice walk with explanations along the way, can visit some interesting places such as the concept like Casa Tho

The buildings are beautiful, the area is clean and very safe. Some of the architecture is just amazing and romantic.

Sad to see that many historic buildings are now either empty and abandoned or have become a business. I guess there is no other option.

Beautiful and great atmosphere

Beautiful road of the city of Merida. Clean and modern, perfect road to walk, run and ride a bike. Many beautiful colonial architectures along the road. At day time not many people are walking because of the sun. Approximately from 6pm, people come out.

Nice area to walk and eat. Beautiful buildings

A very nice Yucatan town to visit on your trip. The town centre is busy and picturesque. Lots of cafes and restaurants. A market to browse and eat authentic local food. We took a 20min carriage ride for 350ps and it was well worth it. There are 2 pyramids right in town, although not in the best repair, still worth seeing.Recommended

This is a super special location, right in the center of the yellow City. Is this convent on a hill? The grounds are bare. The property is kept up well when we went in May of 2025. They're doing some rehabilitation of the original artwork that was on the wall. We had the opportunity to walk into the church and meander around the property, it's something to behold

Convent that is close to the main square. Lots of opportunities for photos due to its yellow exterior. Large atrium and interesting history regarding its conception. There is a small gift shop next to the church. There are some people who stand outside the church offering tours but it’s not necessary if you do some research about the church prior to your visit (there are also some plaques in Spanish)

So they're on UNESCO World Heritage Sites Tentative list, I believe this will help a lot to do some upgrades. Very nice complex, with a big green space infront. Detailed work done inside is amazing. Lots of free parking around the convent and there were a couple of guides on site to give you your with all the important details. Road to Izamal is not a highway but a good road, through a residential area, so it will take you longer than you think with all the people and dogs on the street . All town is worth to visit with the color dominating everything.

It is a very beautiful place, the atrium is the largest in Latin America and it is a place you should not miss when you go to Merida

We stayed 3 days in Merida and drove down from Merida on our way to Tulum. It was about a 90-minute drive. We enjoyed reading about the history and they have a lovely little gift shop as well.

Beautiful Convento-Church. Interesting old build with open arquitecture. All houses around of this building are painting of yellow color too.

It is a great location, one of the seven wonders of the world, but our tour guide was awful. At the actual pyramid, we spent 20 minutes looking at him while he talked, with our backs to the thing we had travelled thousands of miles to see. On the bus on the way there we had a 30 minute commercial about the Mayan calendar, and a totally unnecessary stop at a shop who thought we were all born yesterday. Nobody bought a damned thing, because they charged about 10 times what anything was worth. It was great to see a wonder of the world, the trip could have been organised and scheduled so much better.

Absolutely Breathtaking! A Masterpiece of Astronomy So happy I finally got to see the Pyramide de Kukulcán (El Castillo) in person. It's absolutely breathtaking and was a truly profound experience. It wasn't as crowded as I expected for such a major world wonder, but I would still strongly recommend getting there right as it opens to beat the heat and the crowds. Interesting fact: This pyramid is essentially a giant, stone calendar. It has exactly 365 steps in total (91 steps on each of the four sides, plus the platform on top), representing every day of the solar year! A testament to the Maya's incredible architectural and astronomical knowledge. A must-see site!

Another unique place in the world. 🤷 Chichen Itza is an ancient city of the Mayans and Toltecs on the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. 👉🇲🇽 💚🤍❤️🇲🇽👈 In translation, the name means "at the well of the Itza tribe". ✍️ During my walk, I realized something very important. 🚨 Most people think, like me, that the entire Chichen Itza complex is one of the 7 wonders of the world. 😉 But alas, it is not so...👊 Only the Kukulkan pyramid itself is one of the 7 wonders of the world! 🌍 This place is one of the most interesting and mystical in the whole world. 👌

El Castillo (Temple of Kukulcán) is the famous pyramid: each of its four sides has 91 steps; plus the top platform makes 365 steps in total — one for each day of the solar year. During spring and autumn equinoxes, the setting sun casts a series of triangles of shadow on one side of the pyramid’s stairs which look like a serpent (Kukulkan) “descending”. Kukulcán / Feathered Serpent The serpent figure plays a central mythological role. Kukulcán is a feathered serpent deity. The equinox “descent of the serpent” shadow effect ties architecture to myth, making the pyramid an astronomical calendar and mythic stage at once. This is one of the most powerful images: the idea of geometry, light, myth converging in one building. Light & shadow are dramatic. During the equinox, the angle of the sun causes the shadows on the pyramid stairs to look like a snake descending. A visual metaphor you can evoke. Chichén Itzá isn’t just architecture; it’s poetry in stone, guided by stars, ritual, and water. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988. Also voted among the New Seven Wonders of the World.

We absolutely loved our tour of chichen itza. Thanks to our local mayan guide. We opt for a private guided tour as we feel that we have come a very long way and its worth spending the money. Our guide did go on a bit about the calender, but also gave us great history and insights to this wonderful and spectacular site.

I went with a tour,we saw a few places before but this was the top attraction. It's a beautiful place with lots of history. I watched videos before I went there and I had some questions to the tour guide regarding the sacrifice, it was contradictory. Take your time to walk around and take pictures and wear sunscreen. Highly recommended.

Here we go, another wonder of the world. After Teotihuacan, I can't tell which is which, but I will definitely remember the hordes of tourists and their paired souvenir sellers. They might as well start a pelota game, split into two teams. And whoever wins pays. Then, enjoy the real wonder that is the Temple of Kukulcán and the rest of the archaeological site.

Must see. One of the new Seven Wonders of the World. It was kind of hot when we visited so stay hydrated and bring a hat and sunscreen. No drones allowed as well as no cigarettes or e-cigs. Be respectful of the cultural site. Was funny to hear that the losers AND winners would be sacrificed. Normally you'd think it'd be the losers, but the Mayans wanted to send the Gods their best people. There's lots of people trying to sell you things along the path. Interesting to see anime and pop culture stuff being sold. Apparently Mayans decended from Mongolians who traveled across the Bering Straight. Mayan civilizations range from Guatemala to southern Mexico.

Blessed to visit for a second time. This place is a truly remarkable heritage site with architecture and history of the Mayan culture. It’s believed 5k people once resided here. How they designed and built these structures are just amazing.

It’s hard to put into words how beautiful it is here. The grounds are well taken care of and very clean. Chichén Itzá is a must visit if you are anywhere near the area. There are many friendly vendors in the park that have tons of different souvenirs. There are also a lot of good restaurants near by the park.

We had an amazing experience visiting Chichen Itza through Mexico Travel Solutions. The tour was very well organized, with comfortable bus transportation and our English-speaking guide, Andres, who was incredibly knowledgeable. He shared fascinating information and stories about the history and culture of Chichen Itza, making the entire tour both educational and enjoyable. The lunch buffet at Tsukan Restaurant was delicious, offering a great variety of local dishes. We also had the chance to swim in a beautiful cenote, which was an absolutely magical and refreshing experience after exploring the site. Overall, it was a fantastic day filled with history, culture, great food, and natural beauty. We highly recommend this tour and Mexico Travel Solutions to anyone visiting Cancun or the Yucatán!

Chichén Itzá absolutely lives up to its reputation as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. This historic site is simply incredible and a must-see wonder! The breathtaking scale and preservation of the ruins are astounding. El Castillo (the main pyramid) is magnificent, and its architectural precision—given it was built over a thousand years ago—is truly mind-blowing. The fascinating acoustics in the great ball court, where a whisper can be heard from one end to the other, demonstrate the Mayans' advanced knowledge. Every structure, from the Temple of Warriors to the Observatory, tells a rich story of the advanced Mayan civilization. The extraordinary level of detail and craftsmanship in the carvings and stonework is evident throughout. This is a bucket-list destination that will not disappoint. The history, the architecture, and the sheer presence of this ancient city are awe-inspiring.

Truly a Wonder of the World! Chichén Itzá is genuinely one of the most incredible historical sites you can visit. Seeing the scale of the Mayan civilization in person is something pictures can't capture. Like many have said, it's worth getting here really early-the morning light is beautiful, and you beat the midday rush and the heat! The preservation and astronomical genius across the whole complex are mind-blowing. Interesting fact: If you visit the Great Ball Court (the largest in Mesoamerica), try whispering near the end walls. Due to the Mayan's incredible architectural design, a whisper travels all the way across the court and can be heard clearly on the far side! A truly magical, unexpected experience.

Worth the drive/ride!! Lots of vendors with trinkets and memorabilia. Guided tours in multiple different languages. Or self guided is what we did. Lots of signage around the ruins. Dozens of bus tours daily. Bring a water bottle and stay hydrated. It was 36°C the day we went, without the humidity index. Would definitely go again if the opportunity arose.

Beautiful cenote. Everyone is provided with life jackets and a locker. The grounds are wonderfully maintained. A real jewel

Excellent place and it was very well organized and kept tidy. Everything was covered in the entry fees from life jackets to lockers to showers. The water was really clean as we could see a lot of fishes in there.

Beautiful and so much fun! Bring water shoes and towels; you get a locker free of charge. It can get crowded so go early. If not, you’ll get some crowds but worth the wait.

Loved it. Clean facilities, friendly staff and a beautiful happy cenote. Great energy. Swam for almost 3 hours here. And had so much fun I forgot to take any photos. Gracias!

Ik Kil is absolutely breathtaking! Swimming there feels like stepping into a hidden jungle paradise. The water is cool and refreshing, and the vines hanging down from above make it feel magical. It’s one of those places you’ll never forget — a must if you’re in the area! 💦🌿✨

Wonderful experience, cenote was very clean and well taken care of. I highly recommend it.

Very beautiful cenote but very poorly run. The system they have is not great. Go early, it’s way more chill then, after there will be SO many people

We got caught in the rain that day, so it wasn't the greatest experience but we had a blast in the cenotes. It's like a total different world down there. The staff is really friendly, the only thing I can say was a bad thing, and not really bad, but hoping they can address the issue is that the life jackets we rented reak bad. Pretty cool place to spend the day with friends and family.

There are no words when it comes to this place so it’s ok to leave your mouth hanging open; just don’t forget to close it when swimming lol. My group was blessed by a local shaman and then allowed to enter the sacred Cenote. I had never done something like this before, and it was awe-inspiring how majestical this wondrous place is. I hope I get to visit again one day! 🌎🤩✨ (Part of the Chichén Itzá por XCaret package)

coming from cenote suytun here with zero expectation, i was blown away when i entered the cenote with the sunlight shining through the hole.. very nice and beautiful! it was a 12pm friday and not a lot of tourists here, less than 5 people for each cenote.. totally worth the experience.. my only comment is the guy who followed me kept asking for tips, i tipped him 20 pesos..

Wonderful surprise! We had no expectations, but we went at the opening (around 8:30am) and there was nobody, so we took amazing photos and it is possible to swim. Definitely worth it, especially because a local guide leads you to the other adjacent Cenotes like Dzinup. After my trip i would say that a visit is mandatory!!!

Nice cenote. Less people than other touristic ones. Clear water ! Can recommend

Beautiful cenote. Quit dark, let your eyes get used to the darkness. I was there at 10.30am and there was no body else! The water is cristal clear. For both the Samula and Xkeken cenote you pay 226 pesos, a very good price! Very good facilities; showers, toilets and dressing rooms. Also tiny black fishes swimming around. It's a magical cenote!

Super nice experience. Decent entry fee for what you get. Lovely people working for tips (they come to you as guides but you most likely don't need one). The bathrooms and changing rooms at xkeken were the nicest I've seen in the country so far. 2 cave pools for the price of one (200MXP). New fresh life vests. Quite a lot of freedom to enjoy the place and no time limit.

Absolutely stunning private art collection of an American couple, who made their private house into a museum. You can visit with a very interesting guided tour, no tickets or reservation needed, only 100 pesos/person donation which goes to local charity. Loved it, thank you! 😍

Totally worth the visit if you are in Valladolid! This is a private collection of over 3,000 pieces of Mexican folk art from different states of Mexico. Every inch of the house is filled with incredible works of art. Since this is a private house, you have to arrive for one of the guided tours, you can not enter the house freely. There are 5 guided tours daily. One tour for sure starts at 1pm, but I did not catch the start times for the other tours of the day. A donation of 100 pesos/5 US dollars is collected at the end of the tour.

Incredible and amazing collection, so glad we fit this visit into our time in the lovely town of Valodolid. Not only is the collection spectacular the connection to the local community is heartwarming, all donations go to local charities .I hope to return to Casa de los Venados many times and share this experience with friends and family when doing so.

About an hour tour in this quirky house full of Mexican folk art. David speaks perfect enough and gave us a good idea of what the house is like and some interesting facts about the art. $100 suggested donation at the end.

Sergio was the most wonderful friendly and knowledgeable guide. We really enjoyed our visit around the house and appreciated that we were allowed to wander and ask as many questions about the pieces of art as we wanted. We felt very fortunate to be only a group of 4 people in total, as Sergio mentioned it can get very busy which I imagine would change the experience.

A must visit if you are in Valladolid and interested in Mexican craftmanship. Tours run daily at 10, 11:30, 13, 14 and 15. A contribution of 100 pesos is suggested but not compulsory, and will be directed to local charities. Including a couple of pictures to give an idea but won't spoil the surprise with the best gems :)

Amazing!!!! I have my doubts at first, but it was an incredible surprise!! Totally worth the visit, for 5 usd donation. I will come back.

The place is amazing by itself, it's huge! Part of the main structure is still covered and some areas are well preserved. Two main parts on the side are still covered by jungle. Unfortunately had a bad experience with the guide. First they tell you a price and a different one at the end. Be aware of that! Everything else was good.

Very cool ! Great that you can walk on it and that they permanently work on it. Great view over the jungle. Great to see how they are treating their dogs! 581 Pesos perPerson +100 Pesos for parking Definitely worth it if you like temples. Sweaty of course but you get your great view as a reward. 32m height🤝

We actually loved the experience. We didn't take a guided tour but there was so much information on the signes at the site. We also used gpt to fill in the story. Plus, roaming there int the jungle was a fun experience, there weren't a lot of people so we got really nice pictures. And the best part is that you can climb all the buildings and imagine you're a Mayan for a second 😉. Plus the view is amazing. We have been to Chichén Itza the day before and the experience there was a lot less authentic. There isn't a lot of information and it's much pricier. Plus there are soany people and no option to climb or even get near the buildings.

This was an amazing site to visit! We went with a tour company and saw Chichen Itza first, then to Ek Balam, and the differences were interesting. Ek Balam was not busy at all compared to Chichen Itza, and you actually got to climb up the main temple and several other structures, which isn't allowed at the more famous ruins. Highly recommend! checking it out!!

Ek Balam is hands down the BEST Mayan ruins we have been to. Better than Cobs better than Tulum ( by far) I'm not a historian or huge fan of ruins, but I really enjoyed this place. Suggest getting a paid tour guide who can tell you about the very interesting history. The site is 9 meters higher than Chitchen Itza AND you can still climb to the highest point on many of the ruins. skip the crowds at Chicken itsa....this is waaaay better. Plus be sure to bring your swim suits because they have 4 beautiful cenotes to swim in around nearby. Make a whole day of it and you won't be sorry.

Nice! You get to experience some Maya ruins without the trouble of too many other tourists if you go early or late enough. And for now there is also the option to go on top of some of the buildings. You can't go inside or in top of everything but still more than at othe sites. Go here if you want to have an interactive Maya experience. Also not a lot of vendors. Pleasent experience!

Similar to Chichen Itza, but not as much excavated. The ruins are fantastic. Totally amazing, and worth the time and effort. If you are going on your own (not as part of tour), know that like all of the other archeological sites, there are 2 ticket/entrance fees. One is the actual ticket price, which can be purchased with a credit card. The other fee is the Mexican government fee, which must be paid in cash- pesos only so make sure you have plenty of pesos. No restaurants or any actual food here, but small snacks and drinks are available. You don't need a tour guide, but if you want one they are available. The tour guides here are not even 10% as pushy as the guides at Chichen Itza- they were very low key here, and not aggressive at all. We said no thanks, and that was that.

The place is amazing by itself, it's huge! Part of the main structure is still covered and some areas are well preserved. Two main parts on the side are still covered by jungle. Unfortunately had a bad experience with the guide. First they tell you a price and a different one at the end. Be aware of that! Everything else was good.

Very cool ! Great that you can walk on it and that they permanently work on it. Great view over the jungle. Great to see how they are treating their dogs! 581 Pesos perPerson +100 Pesos for parking Definitely worth it if you like temples. Sweaty of course but you get your great view as a reward. 32m height🤝

We actually loved the experience. We didn't take a guided tour but there was so much information on the signes at the site. We also used gpt to fill in the story. Plus, roaming there int the jungle was a fun experience, there weren't a lot of people so we got really nice pictures. And the best part is that you can climb all the buildings and imagine you're a Mayan for a second 😉. Plus the view is amazing. We have been to Chichén Itza the day before and the experience there was a lot less authentic. There isn't a lot of information and it's much pricier. Plus there are soany people and no option to climb or even get near the buildings.

This was an amazing site to visit! We went with a tour company and saw Chichen Itza first, then to Ek Balam, and the differences were interesting. Ek Balam was not busy at all compared to Chichen Itza, and you actually got to climb up the main temple and several other structures, which isn't allowed at the more famous ruins. Highly recommend! checking it out!!

Ek Balam is hands down the BEST Mayan ruins we have been to. Better than Cobs better than Tulum ( by far) I'm not a historian or huge fan of ruins, but I really enjoyed this place. Suggest getting a paid tour guide who can tell you about the very interesting history. The site is 9 meters higher than Chitchen Itza AND you can still climb to the highest point on many of the ruins. skip the crowds at Chicken itsa....this is waaaay better. Plus be sure to bring your swim suits because they have 4 beautiful cenotes to swim in around nearby. Make a whole day of it and you won't be sorry.

Nice! You get to experience some Maya ruins without the trouble of too many other tourists if you go early or late enough. And for now there is also the option to go on top of some of the buildings. You can't go inside or in top of everything but still more than at othe sites. Go here if you want to have an interactive Maya experience. Also not a lot of vendors. Pleasent experience!

Similar to Chichen Itza, but not as much excavated. The ruins are fantastic. Totally amazing, and worth the time and effort. If you are going on your own (not as part of tour), know that like all of the other archeological sites, there are 2 ticket/entrance fees. One is the actual ticket price, which can be purchased with a credit card. The other fee is the Mexican government fee, which must be paid in cash- pesos only so make sure you have plenty of pesos. No restaurants or any actual food here, but small snacks and drinks are available. You don't need a tour guide, but if you want one they are available. The tour guides here are not even 10% as pushy as the guides at Chichen Itza- they were very low key here, and not aggressive at all. We said no thanks, and that was that.

Not well maintained, the bicycles were nice. Infrastructure needs work. Take your own water, bug sray, and a towel. It is hot and pure jungle, of course. Entry was $150 pesos. Guide offered for 1000 pesos. We declined.

This place is full of ancient ruins, when you reach the place park your car to the closest park to the gate, it is the cheapest one. You will need about 2 hours to finish the tour. You can higher one of the guides there to have some fun learning about the Mayans. The views are beautiful on the ocean. You will find a lot of iguanas and some colored lizards 🦎. I personally liked the decending God illustration, the feet towards heaven and the head on the ground. A bird like a peacock 🦚 followed us for about 5 minutes, it didn't heart but we didn't know why. I included his photo. Don't forget always to take water with you. The people are so peaceful.

This place was amazing and our Mayan guide was very thorough with the history and the facts. We learned a lot from him, he was amazing, and our bicycle taxi person was so respectful when we had to get on and off, being two senior ladies. The weather was perfect, and they have a public bathroom outside of the ruins, so make sure to use it before you enter. They do have two entrance fees one for parking and one for the entrance fee.

This is a must do while in the vicinity. We have been back twice in two years, and every time we become more educated on what life was like an ancient times. If you are lucky enough to have Pedro as your tour guide, you will be enchanted by his storytelling of the Mayan people in life in Coba. Plan to spend a long time so you can sit quietly and peacefully among the place and listen for wildlife. We were lucky enough to see wild turkeys, iguanas, and several varieties of birds. Definitely rent bikes, but make sure they fit you well as they can become uncomfortable quickly as we learned that day.

What an incredible place to visit!! I’m told it’s a less popular spot to view the ruins and I cannot see why. The entry fee is very reasonable and we got a private guide which we also found very reasonable! Pedro was very informative, had great stories, and visuals. He was great with my son as well, keeping him engaged and telling age appropriate versions of the history. We HIGHLY recommend the bikes to see the second part of the site. We had so much fun riding them and I think we saw a lot more with their use. We were all thrilled to see the snack shack near the “Big Hill.” It was a little under construction when we visited in July, and I’m excited to see the improvements they are making!! I wish I could donate money to them so they could rebuild more buildings!! 6000 buildings are scattered throughout the site - but the cost is so high to uncover and maintain. And one of our favorite meals was at the restaurant that sits right outside the gates!! Restaurante Xaibe. Fabulous Sopa de Lima, handmade tortillas, and Mayan style pork!

Great ruins, love the history. It is so nice to go to a heritage site and not be mobed by venders trying to sell over priced items. You muat go to Coba!

This was one of my favorite attractions in the Yucatan area. We got a personal guide and the experience was great. The Coba ruins is HUGE and many parts have not yet been excavated and restored yet. Our guide explained that Coba is like a Mayan highway where people from different areas come to meet and trade. Aside from temples, there are also other structures like gaming areas and many tablets that helped illuminated the Mayan culture, including tablets that mentioned some powerful women rulers as well as the end of the world story.