About Chichen Itza

The most-visited archaeological site in Yucatan is the Chichén Itzá meaning ‘the mouth at the well of Itza’. It has a rich history with interesting facts and it is the centre of pilgrimage for the ancient Maya civilization. It was classified as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. If you are visiting during the spring (20th March) and Autumn Equinox (22nd September), you can see the sun rays create a shadow across the Kukulkan Pyramid. You will have a great view that appears as that of a serpent slithering down the staircase. Do not miss out on the unusual sounds. On clapping once from one end of the Ball Court, you can hear nine echoes in the middle of the court. If you clap in front of the Kukulkan Pyramid, it creates an echo resembling the serpent’s chirp. 

Must See

  • Great North Platform, Ossario Group
  • Central Group
  • Old Chichen, which is not open to the public
  • Kukulkan Pyramid
  • Great Ball Court 
  • Temple of the Jaguars
  • El Castillo or the pyramid
  • Sacred Cenote
  • Las Monjas
  • The Observatory

How to reach

There is one direct bus per day that leaves from the Cancun Bus Station in the downtown, leaving at 8:45 a.m.  This route takes 3 hours and 5 minutes.  

Cost for trip : 

  • Bus 8.50(per 20 mins) Pesos
  • Taxi: 6,000 Pesos

Tips

  • Carry your own water, bug repellent, biodegradable sunscreen, umbrella, and hat as most of the structures are in the open and under the sun. You must use only biodegradable sunscreen to prevent pollution of the groundwater.
  • As you have to walk around a lot, wear comfortable shoes.
  • It is advisable to hire a guide to see and know the description of all the attractions. 
  • There are bathrooms near the ticket counters at the entrance and also at three other locations in the ruins.
  • Food is sold in the visitor’s centre at different stands. Better to bring your own food or if possible, try to eat somewhere where good food available.

Visit Time

Sunday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Monday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Thursday:  8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Friday:  8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Saturday:  8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

 

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One full day

 

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