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Archaeological Sites in Cancún

Top 7 Archaeological Sites

#1
Chichén Itzá

Explore the ancient Maya metropolis of Chichén Itzá

4.2 (947 reviews)
#2
Mayan Ruins of Tulum

One of the last cities inhabited by the Maya people, Tulum was once an important trading hub, generating enormous wealth exporting jade and obsidian. Now, it's a fascinating city-museum, with well-preserved temples and stunning coastal views.

3.8 (187 reviews)
#3
Chichén Itzá Day Trips from Cancún

See one of the most famous ancient sites in the Yucatan

4.7 (72 reviews)
#4
Cobá Archaeological Site

See the ancient Mayan ruins, including a large pyramid known as Nohoch Mul in Cobá

4.8 (5 reviews)
#5
Cancun Mayan Museum

The Mayan Museum of Cancun is an exhibition space dedicated to the Mayan culture, and hosts one of the most important Mayan archaeological collections in the world.

1 (1 review)
#6
El Meco Archaeological Site

Discover Mayan ruins and climb an ancient pyramid
#7
Muyil Archaeological Site

Muyil, also known as Chunyaxche, is an ancient site packed with history, 15 kilometres south of Tulum, in Quintana Roo, Mexico. It was most active from the Early Classic (300-600 A.D.) through the Post Classic (900-1100 A.D.) period and still attracts history buffs on their holidays to the surrounding coastal towns and cities.

2 (1 review)

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