{"id":4136,"date":"2018-12-17T12:37:42","date_gmt":"2018-12-17T14:37:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/?p=4136"},"modified":"2025-09-11T20:30:01","modified_gmt":"2025-09-11T22:30:01","slug":"mayan-ruins-yucatan-peninsula","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/mayan-ruins-yucatan-peninsula\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Incredible Mayan Ruins in the Yucatan Peninsula"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Interested in visiting the Yucatan Pyramids?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Amid lush jungles and vibrant cities lies a remarkable collection of Mayan ruins in the Yucatan, each telling tales of the incredible Mayans that once flourished in Mexico.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the awe-inspiring grandeur of Chichen Itza to the hidden gem of Uxmal, the Mayan ruins of Yucatan stand as testament to the advanced knowledge, artistry, and spiritual beliefs of the Mayan people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And more Yucatan ruins continue to be discovered. <strong>So what are the best Mayan ruins in the Yucatan to visit?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After living in Mexico for more than five years, I have visited many Mayan ruins.<\/span> The Yucatan ruins that captivate you the most will be a personal feeling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While Uxmal reveals its architectural splendor through intricately carved facades, Tulum ruins captivate with its cliffside perch overlooking turquoise waters. And Coba entices adventurers to climb to the top of its largest pyramid for a breathtaking panorama of the surrounding jungle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the most popular to the lesser-known ruins, let&#8217;s discover the best Mayan ruins, Yucatan style.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"]{font-size:16px;line-height:21px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"]{font-size:14px;line-height:19px;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"]{font-size:11px;line-height:15px;}}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-5-color has-text-color has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"><em>This article may contain affiliate links. 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.kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4136_e89cd4-a6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_e89cd4-a6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_e89cd4-a6 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_e89cd4-a6 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_e89cd4-a6{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_e89cd4-a6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_e89cd4-a6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_e89cd4-a6\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udccd 2 miles outside of Tulum (<a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/1uJEaB3Q6D3rB2Vn6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">map<\/a>)<br>\ud83d\udcc6 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every day 8:00 am &#8211; 5:00 pm<\/span><br>\u2b50 <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tulum Ruins Jaguar Park\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/tulum-ruins-jaguar-park\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Book a Tulum Ruins Tour + Jaguar National Park<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"622\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tullum-mayan-ruins-beach.jpg\" alt=\"From the Tulum Mayan Ruins, a view of the cliff descending into the Caribbean Sea with sand in the foreground.\" class=\"wp-image-4142\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tullum-mayan-ruins-beach.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tullum-mayan-ruins-beach-250x156.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tullum-mayan-ruins-beach-700x435.jpg 700w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tullum-mayan-ruins-beach-768x478.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tullum-mayan-ruins-beach-960x597.jpg 960w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tullum-mayan-ruins-beach-643x400.jpg 643w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tullum-mayan-ruins-beach-585x364.jpg 585w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tullum-mayan-ruins-beach-800x498.jpg 800w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tullum-mayan-ruins-beach-600x373.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the biggest draws to this Yucatan ruin is the stunning backdrop of the Caribbean sea. The Tulum ruin site is perched on a cliff that drops into powdery sand and beautiful turquoise water.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Historically there was another notable draw as <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tulum was an important stop for trade. Maya from all over Mesoamerica traded gold, copper, feathers, and most notably obsidian.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4136_0df989-56 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4136_0df989-56 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column4136_0df989-56 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4136_0df989-56 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4136_0df989-56 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_0df989-56 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_0df989-56 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_0df989-56 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_0df989-56{position:relative;}.kadence-column4136_0df989-56, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4136_0df989-56:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_0df989-56 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_0df989-56 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_0df989-56 kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id4136_4bb2f9-a0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4136_4bb2f9-a0 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4136_4bb2f9-a0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4136_4bb2f9-a0 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_4bb2f9-a0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_4bb2f9-a0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4136_4bb2f9-a0 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4136_417df7-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4136_417df7-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4136_417df7-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_417df7-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_417df7-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_417df7-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_417df7-b3{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_417df7-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_417df7-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_417df7-b3\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong>Did you know you can swim with turtles in nearby Akumal?<\/strong> You can easily do both when you <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tulum and Turtles\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/tulum-and-turtles\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">book this tour which starts with snorkeling in Akumal<\/a> and finishes with a tour of the Tulum ruins.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">El Castillo, for me, is the most impressive building on the archeological site, serving as a lighthouse for seafaring traders to mark exactly where the reef splits. This allowed them to safely land their canoes.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the third most visited archeological site in Mexico, behind <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chichen Itza<\/span><\/span> and<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/teotihuacan-mexico-city\/\">Teotihuacan (Mexico City)<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chances are you&#8217;ll spend some time enjoying in the small beach town of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eternal-expat.com\/2020\/02\/17\/things-to-do-in-tulum-mexico\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tulum<\/a> which has exploded in popularity and with it, <a href=\"https:\/\/sandinmysuitcase.com\/best-luxury-hotels-in-tulum\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">luxury hotels<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4136_c68db9-1d > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4136_c68db9-1d > 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class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong>Want to visit Coba and Tulum Mayan Ruins?<\/strong> Explore both when you <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Private Coba Tulum Ruins\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/private-coba-tulum-ruins\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">book this private tour with knowledgeable guides<\/a><strong> <\/strong>who will enhance your experience.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <b>Coba Mayan Ruin<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4136_65f501-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4136_65f501-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, 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.kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_8fcbec-b2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_8fcbec-b2 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_8fcbec-b2 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_8fcbec-b2{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_8fcbec-b2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_8fcbec-b2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_8fcbec-b2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udccd Between Tulum and Valladolid (<a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/xUds3Vy38Lhk8k7b8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">map<\/a>)<br>\ud83d\udcc6 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every day 8 am &#8211; 5 pm<\/span><br>\u2b50 <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Coba Cenotes From Playa\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/coba-cenotes-from-playa\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Book your Coba and cenotes tour from Playa del Carmen<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located 45 minutes from Tulum, the Coba ruins are impressive. Controlling trade routes and dominating much of the Northern Yucatan, this Mayan city was of great importance in the region.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Climb to the top of the main pyramid for a stunning view of the lush jungle below. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While older and lesser-known than Chichen Itza, Coba is easily accessible by bus, taxi, or renting a car. It does tend to get busy by midday.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re staying in Playa del Carmen, <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Coba Cenotes From Playa\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/coba-cenotes-from-playa\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">book this private Coba and cenotes tour<\/a> with transportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\"><b>Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> To navigate this site more quickly, bicycles are available to rent. Or opt to hire a transport bicycle that will take you down the covered pathway to the pyramid sites.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <b>Ek Balam Ruins<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4136_9a9d61-cc > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4136_9a9d61-cc > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column4136_9a9d61-cc > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4136_9a9d61-cc > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4136_9a9d61-cc > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_9a9d61-cc > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_9a9d61-cc > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_9a9d61-cc > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_9a9d61-cc{position:relative;}.kadence-column4136_9a9d61-cc, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4136_9a9d61-cc:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_9a9d61-cc > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_9a9d61-cc > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_9a9d61-cc kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id4136_034a1e-56 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4136_034a1e-56 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4136_034a1e-56 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4136_034a1e-56 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_034a1e-56 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_034a1e-56 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4136_034a1e-56 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4136_b62f5d-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4136_b62f5d-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4136_b62f5d-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_b62f5d-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_b62f5d-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_b62f5d-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_b62f5d-e7{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_b62f5d-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_b62f5d-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_b62f5d-e7\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udccd 30 min north of Valladolid (<a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/WiPSoq7k78r8NRBP6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">map<\/a>)<br>\ud83d\udcc6 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every day 8 am &#8211; 5 pm<\/span><br>\u2b50 <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ek Balam Coba Chichen Itza\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/ek-balam-coba-chichen-itza\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Experience Ek Balam, Chichen Itza, and a cenote from Cancun<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"618\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ek-balam-mayan-ruins.jpg\" alt=\"From the top of Ek Balam in the Yucatan Peninsula. The view includes other buildings on the ruin site and the lush jungle below.\" class=\"wp-image-4138\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ek-balam-mayan-ruins.jpg 900w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ek-balam-mayan-ruins-250x172.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ek-balam-mayan-ruins-700x481.jpg 700w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ek-balam-mayan-ruins-768x527.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ek-balam-mayan-ruins-583x400.jpg 583w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ek-balam-mayan-ruins-585x402.jpg 585w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ek-balam-mayan-ruins-800x549.jpg 800w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ek-balam-mayan-ruins-600x412.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just 16 miles north of Valladolid, <a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/beautiful-cities-in-mexico\/#most-beautiful-towns-in-mexico\">one of Mexico&#8217;s prettiest towns<\/a>, Ek Balam features an incredible temple.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The doorway is a large carving of a Jaguar with its mouth open. Huge teeth and all. <\/span>Furthermore, t<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">he intricate<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maya warrior statues are extremely well preserved. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There aren\u2019t a ton of tourists that visit this ruin, so you should be able to get some great views. On a clear day, they say you can see Coba and Chichen Itza from the top. <\/span>If you&#8217;re staying in Playa, there are <a href=\"https:\/\/vivalatravelista.com\/the-best-playa-del-carmen-cenotes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cenotes nearby<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.janineintheworld.com\/best-things-to-do-in-playa-del-carmen-mexico\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lots to do<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4136_2c6a3c-a7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4136_2c6a3c-a7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column4136_2c6a3c-a7 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4136_2c6a3c-a7 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4136_2c6a3c-a7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_2c6a3c-a7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_2c6a3c-a7 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_2c6a3c-a7 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_2c6a3c-a7{position:relative;}.kadence-column4136_2c6a3c-a7, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4136_2c6a3c-a7:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_2c6a3c-a7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, 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> .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_942aca-d6 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_942aca-d6 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4136_942aca-d6 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4136_838cfd-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4136_838cfd-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4136_838cfd-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_838cfd-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_838cfd-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_838cfd-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_838cfd-f8{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_838cfd-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_838cfd-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_838cfd-f8\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong>Traveling through the Yucatan?<\/strong> Check out this ultimate guide about <a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/celestun-flamingo-tour\/\">how to see wild flamingos in Celestun<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <b>Chichen Itza<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4136_6c4dcc-97 > 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class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_6c4dcc-97 kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id4136_f47f2e-8c > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4136_f47f2e-8c > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4136_f47f2e-8c > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4136_f47f2e-8c > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_f47f2e-8c > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_f47f2e-8c > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4136_f47f2e-8c alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4136_642035-7a > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4136_642035-7a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4136_642035-7a > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_642035-7a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_642035-7a > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_642035-7a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_642035-7a{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_642035-7a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_642035-7a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_642035-7a\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udccd 45 minutes west of Valladolid (<a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/vJEB3HuQ9j5pFzBZA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">map<\/a>)<br>\ud83d\udcc6 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every day 8 am &#8211; 5 pm<\/span><br>\u2b50 <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Chichen Itza Cenote Private Tour\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/chichen-itza-cenote-private-tour\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Book your private Chichen Itza tour to beat the crowds<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"551\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/chichen-itza-mayan-ruin-yucatan-1024x551.jpg\" alt=\"At Chichen Itza Mayan Ruin in the Yucatan, a snake head protrudes from the carvings of one structure. In the background is Kukulkan Mayan pyramid under blue skies with green grass.\" class=\"wp-image-7619\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/chichen-itza-mayan-ruin-yucatan-1024x551.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/chichen-itza-mayan-ruin-yucatan-700x377.jpg 700w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/chichen-itza-mayan-ruin-yucatan-250x135.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/chichen-itza-mayan-ruin-yucatan-768x413.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/chichen-itza-mayan-ruin-yucatan-150x81.jpg 150w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/chichen-itza-mayan-ruin-yucatan.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chichen Itza is the second largest archaeological site in Mexico and is best visited from <a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/things-to-do-valladolid-yucatan\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3840\">nearby Valladolid<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main pyramid, El Castillo is quite impressive. I also found the history of the sacred cenote quite interesting since they found many items of sacrifice, including human remains, at the bottom.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/list\/new-seven-wonders-of-the-world\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">New Seven Wonders of the World<\/a>, the crowds and vendors can be crazy if you arrive even an hour or two after the site opens. <\/span>To get there early, you should either <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Rental Car Mexico\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/rental-car-mexico\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">rent a car and drive<\/a> or book a tour (see below)<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4136_84a7b8-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4136_84a7b8-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 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all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_84a7b8-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_84a7b8-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_84a7b8-d6 kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id4136_504d5c-6f > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4136_504d5c-6f > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4136_504d5c-6f > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4136_504d5c-6f > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_504d5c-6f > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_504d5c-6f > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4136_504d5c-6f alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4136_3c1b00-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4136_3c1b00-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4136_3c1b00-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_3c1b00-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_3c1b00-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_3c1b00-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_3c1b00-79{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_3c1b00-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_3c1b00-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_3c1b00-79\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong>Prefer to book a Chichen Itza tour?<\/strong> My top picks:<br><br>\u2b50 <strong>From Tulum<\/strong>:<strong> <\/strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Chichen Itza Cenote Private Tour\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/chichen-itza-cenote-private-tour\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Book this private Chichen Itza and cenote tour<\/a> with transportation option from Tulum.<br>\u2b50 <strong>2 sites in 1 day<\/strong>: <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ek Balam Coba Chichen Itza\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/ek-balam-coba-chichen-itza\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Book this Chichen Itza tour from Cancun<\/a> which also includes visiting Coba or Ek Balam and a cenote.<br>\u2b50 <strong>Knowledgeable Guide<\/strong>: <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Chichen Itza Guide Service\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/chichen-itza-guide-service\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Book this guided tour to enhance your experience<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <b>Uxmal<\/b> Mayan Ruins<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4136_b49b1c-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4136_b49b1c-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column4136_b49b1c-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4136_b49b1c-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4136_b49b1c-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_b49b1c-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_b49b1c-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_b49b1c-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_b49b1c-ca{position:relative;}.kadence-column4136_b49b1c-ca, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4136_b49b1c-ca:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_b49b1c-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_b49b1c-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_b49b1c-ca kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id4136_93cd11-18 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4136_93cd11-18 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4136_93cd11-18 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4136_93cd11-18 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_93cd11-18 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_93cd11-18 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4136_93cd11-18 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4136_499e87-67 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4136_499e87-67 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4136_499e87-67 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_499e87-67 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_499e87-67 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_499e87-67 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_499e87-67{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_499e87-67 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_499e87-67 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_499e87-67\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udccd 1 hour south of Merida (<a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/jfMs2uyRMq7We4UA8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">map<\/a>)<br>\ud83d\udcc6 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every day 8 am &#8211; 5 pm<\/span><br>\u2b50 <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Uxmal Ruins Tour\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/uxmal-ruins-tour\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Book your guided tour of Uxmal Ruins<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"655\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/uxmal-yucatan-ruin-1024x655.jpg\" alt=\"An overall view of Uxmal, one of the most underrated Yucatan ruins. In the foreground is the ballcourt and in the background, the Pyramid of the Magician which is tall with unusually rounded corners.\" class=\"wp-image-7620\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/uxmal-yucatan-ruin-1024x655.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/uxmal-yucatan-ruin-700x448.jpg 700w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/uxmal-yucatan-ruin-250x160.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/uxmal-yucatan-ruin-768x492.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/uxmal-yucatan-ruin-150x96.jpg 150w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/uxmal-yucatan-ruin.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Uxmal is arguably the most underrated Mayan ruins in the Yucatan Peninsula. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This site is very well preserved due to the cut stone laid into a bed of concrete. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At over 100 feet tall, the Pyramid of the Magician is unusual for its oval shape. While you can no longer climb this pyramid, you can climb the main pyramid at Uxmal for amazing views.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other interests at this Mayan site are numerous statues carved into the shape of turtles, birds, and snakes. The geometric art on the side of the governor&#8217;s building is unlike other carvings that I have seen. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next to this archeological site is a chocolate museum, both of which you can visit on <strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Uxmal, Chocolate, Cenote\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/uxmal-chocolate-cenote\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">this private tour from Merida which includes a visit to a nearby cenote<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\"><b>Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you visit the Uxmal Mayan Ruins, consider doing the entire <a href=\"http:\/\/yucatantoday.com\/puuc-route\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Puuc route<\/a> which includes the caves of Loltun, several haciendas, cenotes, and the smaller nearby Mayan ruins of Labna, X-Lapak, Sayil, and Kabah.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visiting the Mayan Ruins, Yucatan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s take a quick break to talk about how to get to some of these Yucatan ruins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is possible to travel to some of these by bus or colectivo. But if you want to visit some of the lesser known Maya sites or arrive before the crowds you have two options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can book a tour of some of the or <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Rental Car Mexico\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/rental-car-mexico\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\"><strong>rent a car in the Yucatan<\/strong><\/a> to beat the crowds and the heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first is to book a tour to one of the Mayan ruins. The benefit is a knowledgeable guide by your side and not having to worry about transport. For each archeological site, I&#8217;ve included a highly-rated tour when available. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. <b>Mayapan<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4136_1aefa6-9a > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4136_1aefa6-9a > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column4136_1aefa6-9a > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4136_1aefa6-9a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4136_1aefa6-9a > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_1aefa6-9a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_1aefa6-9a > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_1aefa6-9a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_1aefa6-9a{position:relative;}.kadence-column4136_1aefa6-9a, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4136_1aefa6-9a:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_1aefa6-9a > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_1aefa6-9a > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_1aefa6-9a kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id4136_f369f9-11 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4136_f369f9-11 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4136_f369f9-11 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4136_f369f9-11 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_f369f9-11 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_f369f9-11 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4136_f369f9-11 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4136_cf1f2d-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4136_cf1f2d-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4136_cf1f2d-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_cf1f2d-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_cf1f2d-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_cf1f2d-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_cf1f2d-65{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_cf1f2d-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_cf1f2d-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_cf1f2d-65\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udccd 45 minutes south of Merida (<a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/NZ8yJGuSbCETTZux6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">map<\/a>)<br>\ud83d\udcc6 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every day 8 am &#8211; 5 pm<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the collapse of Chichen Itza, Mayapan became the next thriving capital of the Yucatan Maya. Only 45 minutes south of Merida, Mayapan is a quiet archaeological site featuring many stone carvings and a circular observatory.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The site is well excavated, though the original construction was not as sound as that of Chichen Itza. As a result, a lot of roofs have caved in. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no ball court in Mayapan, but you are able to climb the ruins. 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src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/laguna-bacalar-mexico-unique-places-700x464.jpg\" alt=\"People swim in the crystal-clear, turquoise waters of Laguna Bacalar, one of the best places to visit in Mexico.\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-70151\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/laguna-bacalar-mexico-unique-places-700x464.jpg 700w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/laguna-bacalar-mexico-unique-places-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/laguna-bacalar-mexico-unique-places-250x166.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/laguna-bacalar-mexico-unique-places-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/laguna-bacalar-mexico-unique-places.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4136_e4a1d1-9d > 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767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4136_0199b5-7f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4136_0199b5-7f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4136_0199b5-7f\"]{font-size:16px;line-height:1.5;}}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading4136_0199b5-7f wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4136_0199b5-7f\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/hidden-gems-mexico\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"69808\">17 Hidden Gems in Mexico You Don&#8217;t Want to Miss<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Chacchoben Yucatan Ruin<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4136_c65ad5-37 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4136_c65ad5-37 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column4136_c65ad5-37 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4136_c65ad5-37 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4136_c65ad5-37 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_c65ad5-37 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_c65ad5-37 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_c65ad5-37 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_c65ad5-37{position:relative;}.kadence-column4136_c65ad5-37, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4136_c65ad5-37:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_c65ad5-37 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_c65ad5-37 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_c65ad5-37 kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id4136_f3cdf6-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4136_f3cdf6-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4136_f3cdf6-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4136_f3cdf6-77 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_f3cdf6-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_f3cdf6-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4136_f3cdf6-77 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4136_6bfdc1-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4136_6bfdc1-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4136_6bfdc1-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_6bfdc1-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_6bfdc1-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_6bfdc1-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_6bfdc1-43{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_6bfdc1-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_6bfdc1-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_6bfdc1-43\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udccd 1 hour northwest of Mahahual (<a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/E1rhPPsAhTDSpH9HA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">map<\/a>)<br>\ud83d\udcc6 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every day 9 am &#8211; 3 pm<\/span><br>\u2b50 <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Chacchoben Ruins Bacalar\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/chacchoben-ruins-bacalar\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Book your Chacchoben + Bacalar Lagoon Excursion<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Chacchoben is located near the beachside community of Mahahual. Visiting this site is one of the most popular activities for those stopping at the Costa Maya cruise terminal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is estimated that this archeological site flourished around 300 A.D. with evidence that a few buildings were rehabilitated about 1,000 years later. The original Mayan name of this ruin is unknown. Therefore, it was named after the nearby community which translates to &#8220;place of the red corn.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a unique experience, <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Chacchoben Mayan Tour\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/chacchoben-mayan-tour\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\"><strong>book this tour of the ruins which includes a visit to a local family home<\/strong><\/a> where you&#8217;ll learn about (and taste!) the food of the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\"><strong>Tip: <\/strong>Keep your ears and eyes open for monkey sightings as you pass through the jungle on the way to explore these Mayan ruins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. <b>Kohunlich Mayan Ruins<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4136_72a4d7-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4136_72a4d7-3f > 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class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id4136_7b0c59-4e > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4136_7b0c59-4e > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4136_7b0c59-4e > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4136_7b0c59-4e > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_7b0c59-4e > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_7b0c59-4e > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4136_7b0c59-4e alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row 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class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udccd 1 hour southwest of Bacalar (<a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/aXMTcQdcvmWFGs3G8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">map<\/a>)<br>\ud83d\udcc6 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every day 8 am &#8211; 5 pm<\/span><br>\u2b50 <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Kohunlich from Bacalar\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/kohunlich-from-bacalar\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Book a tour to Kohunlich from Lake Bacalar<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"692\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/kohunlich-mayan-ruins-yucatan.jpg\" alt=\"Stone carved masks at Kohunlich Mayan Ruins in the southern Yucatan Peninsula.\" class=\"wp-image-4137\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/kohunlich-mayan-ruins-yucatan.jpg 692w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/kohunlich-mayan-ruins-yucatan-192x250.jpg 192w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/kohunlich-mayan-ruins-yucatan-384x500.jpg 384w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/kohunlich-mayan-ruins-yucatan-308x400.jpg 308w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/kohunlich-mayan-ruins-yucatan-585x761.jpg 585w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/kohunlich-mayan-ruins-yucatan-600x780.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 692px) 100vw, 692px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a smaller ruin in the southern Yucatan that we decided to swing by after visiting Laguna Bacalar. So I wasn\u2019t expecting a whole lot, but the Temple of Masks is amazing<\/span>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Equally as impressive were the lofty <a href=\"https:\/\/permaculturenews.org\/2015\/11\/27\/the-amazing-multi-functional-cohune-palm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">huge cohune palms<\/a> whose fronds almost touch the ground.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plus, when I visited this ruin in July with friends, we were the only ones here. It\u2019s amazing to visit an archeological site with the freedom to roam at your pace and explore the ruins.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You either need to <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Rental Car Mexico\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/rental-car-mexico\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">rent a car<\/a> to get to Kohunlich or <\/span><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Kohunlich from Bacalar\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/kohunlich-from-bacalar\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">book this affordable tour from Bacalar<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Edzn\u00e1 Ruins near Campeche<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4136_57d47c-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4136_57d47c-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column4136_57d47c-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4136_57d47c-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4136_57d47c-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_57d47c-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_57d47c-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_57d47c-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_57d47c-a2{position:relative;}.kadence-column4136_57d47c-a2, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4136_57d47c-a2:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_57d47c-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_57d47c-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_57d47c-a2 kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id4136_238d37-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4136_238d37-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4136_238d37-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4136_238d37-77 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_238d37-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_238d37-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4136_238d37-77 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4136_88d405-08 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4136_88d405-08 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4136_88d405-08 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_88d405-08 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_88d405-08 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_88d405-08 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_88d405-08{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_88d405-08 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_88d405-08 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_88d405-08\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udccd 45 min southeast of Campeche (<a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/iT8eXZ4pNLnwhH4n8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">map<\/a>)<br>\ud83d\udcc6 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every day 8 am &#8211; 5 pm<\/span><br>\u2b50 <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Edzna Ruins Campeche\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/edzna-ruins-campeche\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Edzn\u00e1 Ruins tour from Campeche<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"588\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/edzna-mayan-ruins-yucatan-1024x588.jpg\" alt=\"A slight angle view of the impressive temple five floors at Edzna Mayan Ruins in the Yucatan. The stone pyramid structure clearly delineates each floor as it rises to the top.\" class=\"wp-image-7624\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/edzna-mayan-ruins-yucatan-1024x588.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/edzna-mayan-ruins-yucatan-700x402.jpg 700w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/edzna-mayan-ruins-yucatan-250x144.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/edzna-mayan-ruins-yucatan-768x441.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/edzna-mayan-ruins-yucatan-150x86.jpg 150w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/edzna-mayan-ruins-yucatan.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one of the most beautiful Mayan ruins in the Yucatan. Most notably, the Temple of Five Floors is an impressive pyramid structure that delineates each of the floors as it climbs to the top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the evidence of the first human presence dates as far back as 600 BC, it wasn&#8217;t until 400 AD that Edzn\u00e1 became a powerful regional capital of the western Yucatan Peninsula.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From Campeche, it is possible to take a 45 peso colectivo from <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/j7MUtg5ig14fHC387\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this location<\/a> and then walk a short distance (about 5 minutes) to the entrance. When you&#8217;re ready to leave this Yucatan ruin, walk back to the highway to catch a return transport. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Calakmul Mayan Ruins<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4136_1bc4ee-15 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4136_1bc4ee-15 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column4136_1bc4ee-15 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4136_1bc4ee-15 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4136_1bc4ee-15 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_1bc4ee-15 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_1bc4ee-15 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_1bc4ee-15 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_1bc4ee-15{position:relative;}.kadence-column4136_1bc4ee-15, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4136_1bc4ee-15:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_1bc4ee-15 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_1bc4ee-15 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_1bc4ee-15 kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id4136_5b4460-81 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4136_5b4460-81 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4136_5b4460-81 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4136_5b4460-81 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_5b4460-81 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4136_5b4460-81 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4136_5b4460-81 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4136_2c7ca5-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4136_2c7ca5-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4136_2c7ca5-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4136_2c7ca5-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4136_2c7ca5-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4136_2c7ca5-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4136_2c7ca5-3f{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4136_2c7ca5-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4136_2c7ca5-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4136_2c7ca5-3f\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udccd 4.5 hours southeast of Campeche (<a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/xjxSRDvX2m8nAMCM7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">map<\/a>)<br>\ud83d\udcc6 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every day 8 am &#8211; 5 pm<\/span><br>\u2b50 <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Calakmul from Bacalar\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/calakmul-from-bacalar\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Calakmul Tour from Bacalar<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There is evidence that Calakmul was the most important city of the Classic Maya. The large ceremonial plazas and residential complexes were built with unique urban planning not seen at other Mayan sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By studying hieroglyphics, archeologists have determined there was a history of wars between Calakmul and Tikal for almost a century, due to the political rivalry between these cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This may be one of the most remote Mayan ruins in the Yucatan, but it&#8217;s totally worth visiting if you have the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 <strong>Tips To Visit The Yucatan <\/strong>Pyramids<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For the best experience, follow these tips as you explore the Mayan Ruins in the Yucatan Peninsula.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Arrive When the Site Opens<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This cannot be stressed enough. I\u2019ve had some pretty early mornings to visit ruins in Mexico, but the beauty of sharing the site with only a few others is completely worth it.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are looking for the perfect picture and tranquility of the space, your need to get there before the tour buses full of people arrive. Also, most of the vendors will just be arriving by the time you\u2019re leaving.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\"><strong>TIP:&nbsp;<\/strong>Try to avoid visiting the ruin sites on a weekend, especially on Sunday when it is busiest and often free for Mexican nationals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Wear Solid Shoes to Explore the Mayan Ruins<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A lot of the ruins in Mexico are in the middle of the jungle. Navigating the terrain can be tricky enough, but if you\u2019re allowed to climb the structures it can be nerve-wracking looking down. You certainly don\u2019t want to add poor footwear into the equation. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Bring Water, Sunscreen, and a Hat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps it goes without saying, but the Yucatan Peninsula can be sweltering hot. The less popular ruins may not have water for purchase, so it\u2019s best to bring all you will need.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some ruins offer more shade than others, but most are exposed to the elements. I always bring sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Hire a Guide to Learn More About the Yucatan Pyramids<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I have been to many ruins and each one has its place in the Maya lore. The guide\u2019s insight is steeped in a combination of archaeologist academia and personal family history of the area.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The tour guides I\u2019ve experienced have all been very proud of their Mayan ancestry, and the more questions you ask them the more information they will give you without prompting. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tour guides in Mexico are all licensed by the federal government. They are trained to expertly explain the lives of the Maya and answer any questions about the flora and fauna you encounter.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\"><b>Pro Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> As you enter the site, see if there are other visitors that would be willing to share the price of a guide.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Cool Off in a Cenote After<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swimming in a cenote after visiting a Mayan ruin should be mandatory. There\u2019s no better way to cool off and reflect on the Mayan history you just experienced.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every ruin has at least one nearby, though they tend to be some of the most touristy. But not to worry, there are thousands of cenotes in the area!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Save this guide to Yucatan Ruins. Pin it for later!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-mayan-ruins-tulum-yucatan.jpg\" alt=\"7 Amazing Mayan Ruins Mexico.\" class=\"wp-image-4174\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-mayan-ruins-tulum-yucatan.jpg 600w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-mayan-ruins-tulum-yucatan-167x250.jpg 167w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-mayan-ruins-tulum-yucatan-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-mayan-ruins-tulum-yucatan-267x400.jpg 267w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-mayan-ruins-tulum-yucatan-585x878.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-mayan-ruins-yucatan-ruins-chichen-itza.jpg\" alt=\"From Chichen Itza to Tulum to Coba, save the 7 Best Mayan Ruins in the Yucatan for later.\" class=\"wp-image-4173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-mayan-ruins-yucatan-ruins-chichen-itza.jpg 600w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-mayan-ruins-yucatan-ruins-chichen-itza-167x250.jpg 167w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-mayan-ruins-yucatan-ruins-chichen-itza-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-mayan-ruins-yucatan-ruins-chichen-itza-267x400.jpg 267w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-mayan-ruins-yucatan-ruins-chichen-itza-585x878.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you study a map of Mexico\u2019s Yucatan Peninsula, you\u2019ll soon realize there are more Mayan ruins to visit than famous Chichen Itza. 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