Mayan Heritage

Discover the Mayan Temples

Uncover ancient mysteries and architectural wonders across the Yucatán Peninsula.

2000+ Years

Of continuous civilization

15+ Major Sites

Across the Yucatán Peninsula

3 UNESCO Sites

World Heritage recognized

Northern Yucatán — The Crown Jewels

Chichén Itzá

UNESCO · New Wonder

The most famous Mayan site, home to El Castillo pyramid and the Great Ball Court. Visit at sunrise for the magical light and far fewer people.

📍 2 h from Mérida · 3 h from Cancún · 614 MXN

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Uxmal

UNESCO

Stunning Puuc-style architecture, dominated by the oval Pyramid of the Magician. Far less crowded than Chichén Itzá and equally impressive.

📍 1 h south of Mérida · 531 MXN

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Mayapán

Hidden gem

Often called “the little Chichén”, it was the last great Mayan capital. You can still climb the pyramids here.

📍 45 min from Mérida · 75 MXN

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Central Yucatán — Off the Beaten Path

Ek Balam

Climbable

Famous for its incredibly preserved stucco façade of jaguar-mouthed warriors. You can climb the Acropolis for sweeping jungle views.

📍 30 min from Valladolid · 531 MXN

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Izamal

Magic Town

The yellow city with the Kinich Kak Moo pyramid right in town and a 16th-century convent built atop another Mayan site.

📍 1 h from Mérida · Free pyramid

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Southern Yucatán — Jungle Empires

Calakmul

Biosphere reserve

Deep in the jungle near the Guatemalan border, towering pyramids rise above the canopy. Howler monkeys, toucans and few tourists.

📍 Day trip from Xpujil · 280 MXN + reserve

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Cobá

Bike-friendly

Spread across a jungle setting between two lagoons. Rent a bike to reach Nohoch Mul, one of the tallest pyramids in the Yucatán.

📍 45 min from Tulum · 100 MXN

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Coastal Sites — Where Sea Meets Stone

Tulum

Cliffside ruins

The only major Mayan city built on the coast, with the iconic temple perched on a cliff above turquoise water. Combine with a swim at the beach below.

📍 On the Riviera Maya · 95 MXN

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Muyil

Inside Sian Ka'an

Small but atmospheric site at the edge of the Sian Ka'an reserve. Combine with a boat ride through the mangrove canals.

📍 20 min south of Tulum · 65 MXN