How much does it cost to visit Chichen Itza?
The Chichén Itzá entrance fee is 232 pesos for adults (about $13 USD), and in true Mexican fashion there’s a good chance the credit card machine won’t be working… oh, and they only accept pesos.
Can you go to Chichen Itza without a tour?
The only way to see Chichen Itza without the crowds is to go there by yourself, either with a car or staying in a nearby town. You will also save the outrageous Chichen Itza tour price and only have to pay for your bus ticket and Chichen Itza entrance fee, which was 223 Pesos.
Where do you fly into for Chichen Itza?
The nearest airport to Chichén–Itzá is Merida (MID) Airport which is 117.8 km away. Other nearby airports include Cancun (CUN) (180.7 km), San Pedro (SPR) (312.2 km), Caye Caulker (CUK) (330.8 km) and Belize City Goldson Intl Apt (BZE) (349.1 km).
Is it dangerous to go to Chichen Itza?
Despite all rates of unsafe Mexico’s places, Chichen Itza is far from dangerous. The place receives over a million tourists a year and approximately 70% of them are foreigners. You can imagine that this one of the most visited places in the world. So, it’s totally safe to visit.
Can I visit Chichen Itza?
Most international tourists get here on a day tour from the coastal resorts. Chichen Itzá is 200 km (2.5-hour drive) from Cancun, and 185 km from Playa del Carmen. Tours cost around $70/£50 per person and typically include a buffet lunch and a trip to the nearby Ik Kil cenote (sinkhole).
How far is Cancun from Chichen Itza?
Only 120 miles from Cancun, one of Mexico’s most important and iconic cultural sites, Chichen Itza, is close enough for a day trip from the idyllic beach capital.
How much time do you need at Chichen Itza?
The pick-up time depends on where you‘re located, but in general expect about a 2 to 3 hour ride to Chichen Itza. Once there, you‘ll have anywhere from 1 to 1.5 hours with a guide (presuming you go on a guided tour) plus approximately one-hour free time.
Is Tulum or Chichen Itza better?
By virtue of being a UNESCO site and a World Wonder, Chichen Itza is pretty crowded throughout the year. Especially more so during the equinoxes. If you wish to explore Mayan ruins in some peace, then Tulum is a better option. Even better, go to Ek Balam or Coba.
How much is a trip from Cancun to Chichen Itza?
Chichen Itza tour from Cancun
| Adults: | $150.00 usd | $69.00 usd |
|---|---|---|
| Children: | $140.00 usd | $59.00 usd |
| You save: 54%! | ||
Is Chichen Itza worth it?
Everyone who visits or has plans to visit the Maya Riviera in the Yucatan knows about Chichen Itza. Being a World Heritage Site and home to the Pyramid of Kukulcan, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, this is no surprise. Dominating the center of the site, the Pyramid of Kukulcan alone is worth the visit.
Is Cancun or Playa del Carmen closer to Chichen Itza?
They are only 40 minutes away from Playa del Carmen or around 1.5 hours from Cancun. Located on the coast they offer a beachside experience. I prefer the scenery at the Tulum ruins but in terms of the ruins themselves, Chichen Itza knocks it out the park for me.
Can you drive yourself to Chichen Itza?
The roads to Chichen Itza are very easy to drive, and it is well signposted. The roads are also littered with Cenotes on the way. This makes traveling from Tulum, Playa Del Carmen or Cancun to Chichen Itza the perfect opportunity for a Mexican Road Trip!
Can you rent a car and drive to Chichen Itza?
As I mentioned before, driving to Chichen Itza yourself in a rental car is fairly easy from both Cancun and Playa del Carmen. It’s going to be under 4 hours 30 minutes if you drive to Chichen Itza from Tulum and in this case, the road will also be free (otherwise, prepare $50 or around 850 MXN just for the tolls).
What do you wear to Chichen Itza?
Hats are highly recommended, or the tour does provide umbrellas, which is nice. There are shaded areas in Chichen Itza, but there are some places where the sun just beats down on you relentlessly. Bring a swimsuit if you want to swim in the cenote (highly recommended).
Is it safe to drive from Tulum to Chichen Itza?
Many roads in Tulum are full of potholes and very difficult to drive on. Fortunately the drive to Chichen Itza is very easy! Even when our google maps stopped working, we were able to easily follow the signs on the highway to reach Chichen Itza.
Do you need reservation for Chichen Itza?
To enter the park, all visitors must present both tickets. Chichen Itza is the largest of the archaeological cities of the pre-Columbian Maya civilization in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. It is one of the country’s most visited tourist destinations and was granted World Heritage Site status in 1988 by UNESCO.
Is it safe to travel from Cancun to Chichen Itza?
From Cancun it is an easy route, just south of the airport you will see a sign for Chichen. Take the Cuota(toll road) It is very safe and patrolled by the Federales not local police. The toll is about $25.00 USD each way. It is about 2 1/2 hours there is a rest stop on the highway.
How far away is Tulum from Chichen Itza?
The distance from Tulum to Chichen Itza between the two cities is around 185 km, and you will need about 2 hours 15 minutes to get there non-stop. It is possible to visit Chichen Itza from Tulum in one day. Many tours are running daily. Tulum and Chichen Itza can be combined to make a very unique day trip.