Beautiful. Parking is 30 pesos and right in front of the entrance which is a hut like place. Don’t get scammed by a random guy right before offering parking for 100 pesos. Always ask. Mexicans pay 100 and everyone else 200 includes life vest. There are other activities and food but we didn’t try them. There are steep stairs to get down to the cenote so I would not recommend for those with mobility issue.

GORGEOUS very well kept cenote. Big enough to have plenty of space to swim around even with several other groups here. The water smelled clean and was clear & crisp. Could see several types of fish swimming around. Clean bathrooms. Nice, simple restaurant. Signs that explained how Cenotes are formed + importance of them. NOT for those who have mobility challenges as there are lots of stairs. The wooden steps leading to the water were specially small and steep.

This place is insane and honestly a bit terrifying! But so freaking cool! A true natural wonder that shouldn’t be missed. It’s only 20 minutes from Chichen Itzá—and worth the extra drive. It’s deep in the ground, and the water itself is hundreds of meters deep. The water is clean and cool, but impossible to see through just given its depth. It definitely helps you feel a connection to the earth and its vast history.

Absolutely gorgeous and private! Tickets were 200 pesos per person and 30 for parking. Life vests are mandatory but totally worth it. We were there for 2.5 hours and we only saw 4 other people during our time (it was a cloudy day). We did however see a lot of fish, more than I expected in a cenote. They gather under the birds nests, waiting for droppings to fall into the water for food. Lockers are additional costs but since no one was there, we just left our stuff nearby the water.

Make this place more popular! The cenote is operated by the local community. It has a beautifully chill atmosphere and seems way less profit oriented than others in the area. Almost no people there when we visited it.

We had a great time. We like that this cenote is community run. My daughter took the zip line over the cenote. The cenote is big enough that it didn't feel crowded with the tours that arrived around the same time. Eventually the cenote cleared out and we were swimming with only one other couple. When we left no one was in the cenote and a couple of people had just bought tickets to get in. The restaurant food was good. There was an option of buffet or to order off the menu. The staff was always kind and helpful. We would definitely return if in the area again.

One of the most beautiful open cenotes you can visit. We were alone there when we went in the morning, saw lots of wildlife, and had a perfect meal and coffee at the restaurant after our swim. Highly recommend visiting this cenote and supporting the local community that has rescued, cleaned up, and maintained its natural beauty.

Beautiful area! Not crowded at all. We had an awesome tour guide. We explored at our own pace. The are is well maintained. I highly recommend it.

What an amazing adventure! We went as part of Carnival's ruins excursion on the Carnival Breeze. Our tour guide Aaron was incredibly knowledgeable about Mayan culture and history. We went in the morning before it got crazy hot, but found plenty of shade when we needed it. The ruins themselves are beautiful. Very lucky to be able to experience such a wonderful site, hopefully I get to go back again.

What a lovely and quiet Mayan site. Located north of Merida. Quite small, easily seen in 1 hour. Very few visitors when we visited in March. If you are close by then please visit but if your are more than 2 hrs away, then perhaps not.

Great tour! You can actually walk on these ruins still! Not too far from the cruise port. Emerge yourself into the Mayan culture

Mayan ruins in the jungle -- lesser known than others in the area, so you are still allowed to climb them. This archeological site is also very near Laguna Rosada salt lakes!

We had the ruins to ourselves. Yes, smaller than many others but so fun to wander and imagine ancient life. 100 pesos and worth it! Don’t expect amenities or anything fancy. But still worth it me so close to Progreso.

These Mayan ruins are quite small and unfortunately seem a bit forgotten. There’s little to no signage explaining their history, and no tour guides available on site. If you haven’t read up beforehand, it’s hard to grasp the significance of what you're seeing. I’ve visited many ruins across Yucatán, even in remote areas, and most at least offer some context or informational displays—this one does not. It’s probably not worth a dedicated trip, but if you’re already in the area, it’s a quick stop about 1h you have plenty. Crossing the salt lakes and spotting flamingos on the way from Telchac was a highlight. Still, this site deserves more attention and care to help visitors connect with its story.

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.

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 nice but small. You take a short boat ride across the river. There is a path with three cenotes, one shallow one, where you can stand and two deep ones. We also saw some raccoons and turtles. The toilets and changing rooms where very stinky. Keep in mind that you can't take any bag with you. Only what you carry on you. And also no sunscreen is allowed.

It was such a beautiful place in Progreso, a friend told me about it. It was the first time I had heard of it. You have to take a trip by boat to get there. It was amazing and refreshing. The place is lovely, a lot of water eyes in the middle of nature, you can easily see some fish, and if you’re lucky, raccoons. The price is fine because you can stay there almost all day, but it’s easy to get overwhelmed by people if you go on the weekend or during holidays.

The guy at the dock was super rude, almost made us turn around. the 'reserve' is just some stinky ponds, not cenotes like you expect. there is 2 min walk trail that leads to the furthest 'cenote' but nothing special. they hardened the mangroves for the trails, which is disturbing the environment. most wildlife we encountered was mosquitos (by the thousands), the few raccoons and cowati we saw were tame and laying just at the boat stop. would not recommend.

Loved this place you must go see history The ruins and the cnotes! Along with the authentic Mayan food!

Nice relaxing place. Went a Tuesday around 11 lots of animals and not a lot of people.

Small reserve, but worth visiting. We saw wild animals such as raccoons, turtles, fish, birds, etc., It was a short boat ride to the reserve (boat ride included in admission). The entrance cost is 120 pesos. They have a credit card sign, but somehow it was not working this morning. The opening hour is 9am. They started admitting tourists at 9:15. No bags are allowed. We left our belongings in the car. So if you plan to swim, it's better to wear your swimwear. There are lots of bugs. Please wear mosquito repellent before arrival. There are three beautiful cenotes for swimming.

A great way to spend a few hours. Bring your bathing suit and bug spray. We enjoyed the quick boat ride to the preserve, watching the coati’s and mapaches up close and taking a dip in any of the 4 mangrove springs (they call cenotes). The space is well maintained and there was a healthy biodiversity in the Reserve. Absolutely worth your time! Very affordable too.

Very nice place. Bring water, a hat and sunscreen. After that we went to progreso to eat. Really enjoyed the ruins.

Amazing living history of the Mayan empire. Nestled in the Dzibilchaltún ruins. This beautiful cenote is breathtakingly beautiful.

Initially, my partner and I, we were going there to swim. None mentioned we werent allowed to do it and we already paid for the entrance, the museum and the arqueological area. We realised we weren't allowed to swim at the very last minute when we got there infront of the cenote and realized it was all closed for the people not to use. Also the museum was close in reparation process, but we got charged for it. I wouldn't mind to miss the swim if is to protect the area and the environment but I would of appreciate to know at the entrance before we pay for 3 different things and only get 1. Just to be fair ans clear, would be nice to advise the visitors on what we really get with the ticket. The arqueological area was beautiful to see and so is the nature around the pyramids. I recommend to get there with your own transport or booked transport to pick you up and drop you off, otherwise there were not public transport available once you exit during week days, I am unsure about weekends so I advice you to researchabout it or to book your transportin advance if.

Wonderful experience touring the ruins and visiting the museum. The guide was well worth the pesos as well.

You can’t swim anymore in cenote. And it is not mentioned.

This is part of the ruins, and a perfect respet from the very powerful sun that cooks you as you explore the ruins. There is a shallow and deep end (44m or 140ish feet) deep. If you don't want to swim, there are also lots of ledges to sit and dangle your feet in the water. As a bonus, there are tiny fish swimming all around you (completely harmless).

The ruins are really cool. I came with a swimsuit and towel all ready to swim but sadly the cenote is forbidden to swim in now.

Diego and Victor were great hosts. They took our group of 5 adults and a two year old to visit 4 different cenotes followed by a delicious lunch. They were both very courteous and provided insight into both the geology of the cenotes and the spiritual value for their Mayan caretakers. A truly wonderful day.

So many amazing cenotes it would take days, or weeks, to explore all the great ones!

This was an amazing tour. One particular cenote was a bit of a spiritual experience for me to be honest. Completely priceless and super affordable. Since we went early June it was also butterfly season and trust me you've never seen so many butterflies in your life. I speak Spanish so that probably made it even better. Simply magical.

This was our second visit to the Cenotes with the excellent service of Diego and family. We certainly keep coming back!

You must have time to see all cenotes!! Highly recommended, go with Jacinto Piste

This is a really great experience with nature!! Exceptional customer experience with Diego!!

Having rented a car arrived before the buses had the whole place to ourselves VIP

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

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!

Mérida's Gran Plaza is a captivating blend of history and vibrant life, especially during Easter. The stunning colonial architecture, including the majestic Catedral and Palacios, provides a breathtaking backdrop. During Easter, the plaza buzzes with festive energy, often hosting cultural events that draw families and visitors alike. Adding to the lively atmosphere are the numerous street vendors, offering local treats and crafts. The Gran Plaza at Easter is a sensory experience, a perfect snapshot of Mérida's charm and community spirit.

Such a beautiful town square, lots of trees and the traditional seats for couples, not loud, live music and a photographer offering cheap pictures, very lovely place!

So much history in one plaza! Fantastic photo opportunities from the second floor of the governors mansion. Visit all the shops and enjoy the daily activities!

All.week and event to do . Kind people and respectful vendors dance listen to music ice cream food sage street access and kind people all.around ♥️

I was there for the day of the dead, was very crowded but it was very nice to be around locals and celebrate with them...

Beautiful place to relax, eat and walk around, specially on Sundays which is dia de familia.

Very busy park with lots to do around it. Daily shows and events here.

Everything about here is amazing other than its quite remote location. A lot of people say about animal cruelty however the animals only have to pull a cart on wheels along a flat track for around 20 minutes at most and they are kept in wide fields in good condition and they are let out often if you think that is animal cruelty then you clearly have no idea what you are talking about. I would love to give this place a 5 star rating however we fond a small tarantula in our room on the first day. Other that that would definitely recommend.

Amazing experience. Great for families and groups. You will get to learn about the history of haciendas in the region, about the henequen industry. The landscape is also beautiful and it has a small but stunning looking cenote at the end. Also the food didn't disappoint.

Such a beautiful place! We stayed one night and wished we had more time. The food was excellent, especially dinner, and the room was large and very cozy. The tour of the henequén fields and cenote was a highlight.

The grounds of this hacienda were absolutely breath-taking. The tour is special in itself, and differentiates from other hacienda tours in the Yucatan as they have an actual machinery museum and rein-act all the procedures of making the henekén. If you are staying the night, the shared pool by the dinner restaurant is so nice, and 4-course the dinner was delicious. You can walk around the hacienda grounds and find the different pools, visit the buildings, and pet the animals. They have a variety of ponies, horses, sheep, donkeys, etc. Also, don't forget your camera as it's super picturesque! Beware - They use real horses to tow tourists to the cenotes and back. The horses seem well-fed and cared for, but it's extremely hot out and the route to the cenote is over 2 kilometers. Plus, they load around 12 tourists on to one cart. I imagine it's heavy for the horse. Where the hacienda fell short was in the service. First of all, my husband requested a special set up in the room we rented (the deluxe king villa) as it was our anniversary and the request was confirmed by the hotel. Upon arriving, there was no set up. Secondly, we had to wait for an extra 20 minutes to check-in to our room at 3 pm. While walking to the villa, we saw the cleaning staff walking out - they hadn't cleaned it on time for our check-in. Thirdly, the villa was full of mosquitos and no mosquito net was offered. We came out of there covered in mosquito bites and contemplated returning to Mérida late at night to get away from the bites. The staff were professional and very nice the entire time, I think it's just a matter of organization and communication that needs to be worked on. At that price, they could have done the special set up requested and gotten us checked-in on time.

Such a peaceful place! Very friendly staff and good food. The tour was fantastic and the tour guide was great. The pool, which surrounds the restaurant, is pretty large and the view is magnificent too. The cabanas are clean and comfortable. An enjoyable experience - highly recommended.

Only reason this place exists is for tourism; not a working plantation. But the tour was giving in an excellent manner. You learn quite a bit and get to experience the area 100 years ago. There's also a pretty cool cenote at the end you swim in. Plan in being here for 4 hours.

It is a bit expensive but worth it, great tour and place to visit. Tours are only at 10 and 1 this time of year. You can visit the chapel and gardens, we were early and needed to kill some time. Changing for the Cenote, swimming cavern, in advance is recommended. There are English and Spanish tours.

We had a fantastic visit to this beautifully restored hacienda! The property is stunning, full of history, charm, and original furniture that really transports you back in time. Our guide, Arsenio, was truly exceptional. Although he doesn’t speak English, he spoke slow and clear Spanish, which made it easy for us to understand. His passion and knowledge were obvious, especially since he actually worked on the hacienda when he was younger! He gave us a full tour of the grounds, explained the fascinating history of the place, and even demonstrated how henequén was made. At 200 pesos per person, it’s more than worth it for the experience. Plus, it’s just a short 35-minute drive from Mérida. Highly recommended if you’re looking to explore a hidden gem with a personal, authentic touch

Excellent hidden gem for those who love old things and taking great photos. About 40 minutes from Merida by car, and there were very few people (I think I was the first visitor in the morning). It's basically one big museum, not a hotel or pool. You can see the old abandoned machines that were used for henequen production, and much of the old furniture is there. Entrance was 150 pesos, check the website ahead of time because some days they are closed for private functions. Highly recommended.

A truly amazing place. An eerie ruined hacienda, part of which was restored to host a restaurant and a small museum. The are are tours of the former grounds and factory for a small fee. The restaurant is pretty good especially considering the remote location, and the place itself is magical. Definitely out of the way, but it is a treat!

This is a lovely example of a hacienda from Yucatan's past. The main house features beautiful antique furniture and original decor, all kept in pristine condition. The website noted that there was a restaurant and gift shop, but we didn't see either of these. There was a store in the town where we could buy cold drinks. Be sure to check the website for certain days when the facility is not open to the public (due to private functions). They will give you a brochure in English about the facility but their tour guides only spoke Spanish. Wonderful photographic opportunities throughout. Reasonably priced entrance fees.

The small admission price of 125 pesos is well worth it to get a sense of the grandeur of the hacienda, the workings of the henequen (sisal) factory and just to walk the beautiful grounds. In its heyday the grounds encompassed 22,000 acres and today at only 1/3rd. that size they still seem expansive. We appreciated that information signs and a pamphlet were in both Spanish and English. The beautiful old hand-painted tile floor with each room different, gleam like new. The walls which soar to high ceilings are covered in stencil work, each room unique. We generally are not shoppers but purchased 3 items at the gift shop. Water and Coke are available for purchase the have while relaxing in wrought iron furniture on one of the decks. An elderly Spanish speaking gentleman for a small donation explains the workings of the sisal factory. His non-verbal language is pretty good too so we could get the gist of it.

We’ll kept hacienda with such beautiful rooms. We meet a man there who worked there over 30 years ago in the henequén factory and he showed us around the machines used. They are currently restoring some of the rooms, but for the most part everything was open.

Really worth it if you are doing the ride from Merida to Uxmal. It's not in great condition but it seems that they are currently investing to renovate it. This place has a lot of potential as a touristic attraction.

Excellent, unique experience! Tips on getting there if driving: don’t listen to Google Maps toward the end of the drive - turn when you see the sign “Grutas Calcehtok,” even if Google tells you to keep driving. Then, walk about 300m on the well-marked trail to get to the location where the guides are waiting - if they are not there, you will likely have to wait for them to complete the tour they’re on. We did the easiest (familiar) tour, which took about 40 minutes and went into the first cave. It was very large and open, with lots of artifacts and sacred sites. The next step up was a 90 minute tour into the second cave, which involved more intense climbing and squeezing through tight spaces. Our guide was fantastic - extremely informative and let us set our level of adventure. Highly recommend!

One of our favorite things we did on our Yucatan trip. Other reviews are right about bumpy road, and following signs instead of GPS at the end. We did the aventura leve: which entails maneuvering through tight spots and at one point crawling army style. Expect to get dirty, and if going during rainy season covered much more in clay. Our clothes and shoes were covered in mud and some guano, which we washed out relatively easy- a worth price. Spent about 2 hrs from start to finish. Guide mentioned a nice cenote about 15 minutes away he recommended to visit after to wash off, but we didn’t do.

Off the beaten path!! PLEASE READ before you go. Is truly off the beaten path, but, if you can get there, it can be a life time experience. DO NOT come with big city expectations. It is a humble place and a humble operation. Road to it has big pot holes, small signs, no restroom at the location, no infrastructure. What you do have is a pristine raw location years ahead before it becomes a major touristic stop. HIRE THE GUIDE! For two reasons, 1st- The best part is that the guides here are a family who have been running it for decades and are Mayan decedents. 2nd- SAFETY, the place is dark, not marked, slippery and you can easily get hurt if you try to go on your own. Don’t be cheap and stupid, paid for the guide and make sure you TIP them. They will keep you safe and create a life time memory you can share for the rest of your life. You will get dirty, small tight spaces, bring a face mask, there is bats inside. “The magic is not to find the next amazing place. The magic is to continue to be amazed by the next magical place you find” Thank you Sergio for keeping us safe and sharing so much of your ancestors. Muchas gracias Sergio por mantenernos seguros y compartir tanto sobre tus ancestros.

This place was awesome. The guide said he was normally around from 9am to 6pm. At least 2 caves that on site that we saw. When we got there no one was to be seen. So we just hiked up hill to where we thought the caves were. Turns out we were right and found the main cave. We were talking up at the top and the guide calls from in the cave and comes out to says hi. He was just bring down 2 other people and said we could join them. Thankfully he heard us because we would not have been able to go since he was the only person around. But the tour was freaking awesome! Crawled through what was called the birth canal, and man it was a tight fit! About 1.5hr tour for 150 per person. The extreme tour (we unfortunately didn't have time to do it was another 2-3hrs) this place was spectacular, highly recommended it!!!

Great adventure. A tour below the ground about the history of the Maya People. A challenging climb through a lot of caves. One of the best attractions in Yucatan.

My family had a great time exploring the caves with our guide. He didn't speak English and we only have very limited Spanish but we could still understand him well enough. He could still tell us about the history and importance of the place. We did the easy family tour but my kids still got to clamber up onto ledges and climb into crevices. The other reviews are correct in that the road there is very potholey and there are no washrooms on site.

We made to the parking lot, the wife's knee was not up for the climb uphill. There is a new turnoff for parking area at about 20.560638, - 89,925031 I have added a picture of the signs at thr turn. We will try later. It looks like a nice hike.

It is under repairs but you can still see how complex the curves and the decorations are. The masks are in all different emotions, which are magic and fancy.

A beautiful area that is not crowded with people.

No poop to be found :) but some of the best preserved inscriptions in the Yucatan.

A magnific and impressive building. All the mask representing Chaak the rain god are an impressive display of the skill of the artisans

Summon the rain gods.

Is Closed atm June 2021

Must see

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.

I personally thought this place was better than chichen Itza. No crowds, amazingly preserved, you were able to climb on top of buildings for an amazing view. The was so much to see here.

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.

As part of our Ruta Puuc adventure, we spent a full day exploring Uxmal and stayed overnight at a nearby hotel. The next day, we visited three of the main archaeological sites, starting with Kabah and then continuing to Sayil. When we arrived, the entrance at Sayil was under construction—part of ongoing efforts to improve the site. There are some informative signs throughout, although no tour guides were available on-site. For visitors with mobility issues or elderly travelers, navigating the ruins can be a bit challenging due to uneven paths. One thing to note: to reach the South Palace and other key areas of Sayil, there’s a long, unsupervised trail through the forest that stretches around 3 kilometers. It’s a peaceful and adventurous walk, but I personally felt a bit uneasy given the remote setting and the thought of local wildlife—including jaguars.( I didnt see or heard any thanks goodness) The trail takes you deep into the jungle and you’re mostly on your own, so it’s important to know this. There were no water or drinks available for purchase at the site, so be sure to bring your own. Hopefully, once construction is complete, the updated facilities will include these basic amenities for visitors.

Truly beautiful place, well worth a visit. Very quiet, feels like the middle of the jungle.

Sayil was the third and the last for a day location of Puuc Route. (We missed Kabah, the most "discovered" and the biggest site). There are only few buildings, but they are located on significant (seems especially long after previous walks in the hot air) distance from each other. We spent about an hour there. At the entrance, there is a small open-air museum with huge stelae date back to 800-1000 AD. The centrepiece is a beautiful palace with 90 bedrooms. The rest of the buildings are in a less preserved form. The path lays mostly in the shadow of the jungle, but it was still hot to walk around.

These ruins are interesting. They aren’t so covered like the others before on the route, and it is looking different. If you like to have a walk, then you are right there. To the other little places, you have to walk 10 until 20 minutes to the next place. The walk is in the jungle, it was very relaxing. There aren’t many peoples. We saw only one other pair. The entrance fee is very less (I don't know right now, about 70 pesos i think). The rangers are very nice.

Only 20 mins from Uxmal and 70 pesos. Worth the visit if you want to see more ruins. It's fairly large and close to the road.

Very beautiful archaeological site. Less visited. It is kind of spread out. We got there late. So we didn't see the southern group of structures. I think I misunderstood from reading from these Google Map opinions, thinking it was a small site. Actually, you need more than one hour to visit every structure there. We have to go back there again. 70 pesos entrance fee.

Maya cities along the Ruta Puuc are truly incredible and rank among the world’s best archeological sites. Sayil is no exception. You’ll probably be alone while visiting, as few people venture beyond Uxmal . . . and this will make your experience even more magical.

Miguel was an amazing guide! We got there at 8am and paid 2500 for a private tour for 2. Lots of time at flamingoes, they were about 50 yds away but we couldn't get closer because of low tide and we were aground. Mangrove tunnel was cool, Miguel's English and our Spanish were good enough to give us a great tour and insight into the area!

On the beach there were a group of people under two wooden roofs. We tried to find other tourists that might be interested in joining a tour. Initially we could find any, but the reason was mainly because besides us everyone just sport Spanish. We joined a tour that was ready to go. In total we were 9 passengers and the two of us payed 400 MXN per person. The tour room about 2 hours, but could have easily been shorter in my opinion. The boat driver spoke only Spanish. We first cruised along the shore where we saw beautiful Pelicans. Then we stopped and had to get off the boat to walk for a bit to get a view of a group of Flamingos. I was hoping for more Flamingos since we came in season, but that was it. Of the two hours we spend at most 5 minutes watching those Flamingos. Then we headed to the Mangrove tunnel which was ok. The interesting part were the red crabs. After this we continued down the shore and we got hopeful for more Flamingos, but we went to a spot, where some Passengers went swimming for a bit. Then we headed back to the beach. PS: The adventure starts with parking. We parked on the street where a gentleman who didn't speak much English threatened us that if we don't pay him 40 MXN to watch over our car, then some Bandidos might scratch it. We ended up paying and the car was fine. PPS: at the entrance of the town across the bridge there is a place where you can watch Flamingos without any tour and also with free parking. We were able to get much closer to the graceful birds there.

We were there little before 0800 and staff was already there. Due to us being early, even managed to get lil discount and four of us set off. Took lil more than two hours and was totally worth it. Saw gazzillion of young and mature flamingos, had a bit of mangrove canal tour and most important - interacted with local cocodrilo. Twice. Worth paying attention: if you want shorter bout trip, go for the ones near the bridge to the island of Celestun, since this one sails around entire island (~30min one way) before approaching flamingos; should you care, english or spanish tour, talk it out before sitting on a boat.

We were a group of 8 adults who went on the Flamingo Tour. I highly recommend taking the Ría Celestun Tour. You will find it located on the left side of the road right after you cross the bridge. This is located a few blocks before the town square and the beach on the Gulf of México. The best months to see the flamingos at this location: December- March (according to what i read online). We went at the end of February, and the flamingo population was very large. I took a lot of wonderful photos! Our tour guide, Victor, was fantastic. After taking us to the flamingos, he took us to other places on the lake. We saw many wonderful birds, termite nests, crocodiles, beautiful fish, springs, mangroves... Where the tickets are purchased, there are bathrooms and a few vendors. There is not a full restaurant - only snacks, drinks, and some fruits available. Later in the morning, the hats, T-shirts, swimwear, and the normal souvenirs were also available. I would highly recommend taking this tour! I will be happy to return anytime we have out-of-town guests visiting. Also, after the tour, head into town to go to the beach. The water here is so beautiful! It is worth making the time to go for a stroll, and enjoy one of the on the water restaurants. Enjoy!

Definitely worth doing. We paid 300 pesos per person on a boat of 8. It was easy enough to organise and we saw a few (not many) flamingos. The explanations were helpful (all in Spanish). There was a lot of travel time to and from but still a good way to spend 2 hours plus travel if you're coming from Merida.

Pack towels binoculars abs very good camera Comparing January to April is like night and day difference in terms of numbers of the flamingos January being far more populated. We ended up joining with a family on a boat tour 5 of us split was 480 pesos each. If the boat ride is not in your budget hang by the window and ask if anyone would like to share the boat. You need a good phone like Samsung note 20 or equivalent in taking pictures iphone 12 pro was not good enough from the distance in January the flamingos are everywhere so better chances of not needing a good phone. There is another stop and we had a good captain that speeded through the mangroves my heart was pumping a bit as I was trying to figure which one of my kids to save first 😁 The swimming area is a must do water is clear and salty

May 19th, 2022 I went on this interesting tour in Mexico and it was overal very beautiful and relaxing. We arrived to the place, got on a small 6 person boat and drove out like 20 miles. We ended up seeing over 3000 flamingos in the wild, they were all grouped up and eating. My tour guide was amazing!! Very knowledgeable, respectful, and answered all of my questions. He put his heart into his job. I think my boat captain didn’t speak English but that’s okay! We went for a ride down a river in the forest and that was absolutely peaceful and so beautiful to see! Then we saw a cenote and got to walk around and learn more about the nature! We ended at a beautiful restaurant in a small town and had an excellent meal and finished it off relaxing at the private beach! Overall very good experience, so much to see in the short 7 hours. The tour guide was awesome! I’ll never forget you my friend!

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 🇲🇽

Great small hotel intercontinental the center of Campeche. Te rooms are clean, bit could be a little bit bigger. I rated this place 4 stars because of the good value.

Lovely hotel, with renovated and clean rooms, and good service!

clean hotel, average service. no parking available, no restaurant either, beds could be more comfortable, specially pillows (too tall). near historic downtown and restaurants in 59th street. OK for a one night stay, but not for prolonged stays

Rooms needs to be more clean

A couple of steps above a Motel 6.

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This is a house of a wealthy family turned into a museum. It’s shows the lifestyle and living standards of wealthy merchant family when compared to common people. It’s situated on the main central square. Nothing special and was small, however our tour guide made is interesting and the rating is in context of Campeche. We took a two hours walking tour which covered this. The tour was very reasonable.

20 mp each 03/22. Nice bit of history from the colonial Era on Campeche. It takes about 30 min.at a slow pace. Lots of looking around to do. There is a book store but everything I looked was in Spanish.

Free entry, you just have to sign. Nice House with English and Spanish description of the rooms.

This is free and very interesting to ddiscover the colonial period of Campeche. Located in front of a nice park but sad that most of the information is in Spanish, not much in English, so a sign for me to learn Spanish! Not very well maintained, hence just 4 stars

Beautiful place, inexpensive to get in and the gift shop has some nice items which are also very affordable. Worth the visit.

Nice house, it gives you an idea how the rich people live in Campeche on the past. This is inexpensive place. Only 20 pesos.

Nice place to see how People usted to live years ago. There is a bookstore too.

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🍻

The cenote itself is beautifully located. The facilities are a bit run down. We spent about an hour in the place, and were all alone the entire time. Life jackets provided and opportunities to kayak and swim. The water is quite warm so the swim wasn't as refreshing as we'd hoped. All in all a nice place but probably not worth the 1.5h detour over very poorly maintained roads.

The place is decent, but Agua Azul is a lie. It’s murky green water. Naturally it’s beautiful, but nothing like the beautiful crystal clear waters of northern Yucatan peninsula. Nice the kayaks were included. 200 pesos seemed like a lot for a remote site like this, but overall a good experience. Probably wouldn’t recommend it unless you’re already in the area looking to buy some time. Monkeys are always a plus!

I really enjoyed this place. The men that ran the zip line really made sure I felt safe and were very patient. The only reason I didn't give 5 star is because they do not have water or snacks to purchase and if your there all day you will need to pack a lunch. BUT the team was helpful and went to town for us to purchase water. Overall worth the drive!

Beautiful place, very exciting the zip line, and swimming in the cenote to rejuvenate amazing 😀

This is a really lovely open air Cenote. First you take a walk, we also did a zip line high above the lake, that was awesome. You see the monkeys in the trees, and after aclgreat walk around, we had a “refreshing’. Swim in over 30’ C water. The middle of the lake is a bit colder. You should just visit this Cenote. You can also cano there.

Zip-lines were not working and we were charged 150 pesos per person. This is much higher than it used to be according to some reviews. But the worst of it all was that the gate was not fully opened which resulted in some scratches and a bump in our rental car... That being said, the place is great for kayaking and watching local nature. There are plenty of howling monkeys in the area! Observing them in the natural habitat was the highlight of the day.

Definitely closed for a long time now. No guards though, and the cenote is easily accessible around the utility shed. Absolutely worth it, beautiful scenery and amazing water. A couple local kids were enjoying when we stopped by and didn't care about our presence. Bring what you need and check it out, it's worth making the detour and stop.

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.