39 activities · Mexico
Chichen Itza, Mexico, has 39 activities, tours and experiences to book. Don't miss: Chichen Itza, Temple of Kukulcan, Balankanche, El Caracol, Chichen Itza. Also worth exploring nearby: Valladolid.
01Things to do

Chichen Itza
Archaeological site

Temple of Kukulcan
Temple

Balankanche
Archaeological site

El Caracol, Chichen Itza
Building
02Activities to book
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Chichen Itza has 39 activities, tours and day trips you can book online. Among the most booked: « Guided Tour to Chichén Itzá and Cenote and Valladolid with Lunch », « Chichen Itza Guided Walking Tour Meet at Entrance Entry Optional », « Chichén Itzá, Valladolid and 2 cenotes Ik kil and suytun ».
According to traveller reviews: « Private Tulum Experience & Cenote » (5.0/5, 44 reviews) ; « Private Guide Service in the Archaeological Zone of Chichen Itza » (5.0/5, 170 reviews) ; « Chichen Itza Guided Tour | Portuguese, Italian & French » (4.9/5, 32 reviews).
Not to be missed in Chichen Itza: Chichen Itza, Temple of Kukulcan, Balankanche, El Caracol, Chichen Itza.
Usually, yes: 24 of the 24 most popular activities in Chichen Itza offer free cancellation. The exact terms are shown on each activity page before you book.
Historical toursWalking toursDay tripsPrivate tours
Duration
8 h
Language
English
Guidance
Audio guide, Written information
Group
Private activity
Booking
Instant confirmation
Lead time
Bookable until departure
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tickets
One per traveler
Cancellation
Free cancellation available
Discover the Wonders of the Mayan World Explore four iconic Mayan ruins with our app-based self-guided tour: Chichen Itza, Tulum, Coba, and Ek Balam. Marvel at El Castillo in Chichen Itza, soak in ocean views from Tulum’s fortress, climb the Coba pyramid for jungle vistas, and uncover Ek Balam’s royal tomb. Learn about Mayan innovation, art, and their struggles against the Spanish while enjoying complete flexibility to explore at your own pace. After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. Why Choose This Tour? New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. Note: This is not an entrance ticket. Please check site hours and guidelines before your visit.
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Temple de Kukulcán
El Castillo, known as the Temple of Kukulcán, is a Mesoamerican step-pyramid that dominates the center of the Chichen Itza archaeological site in the Mexican state of Yucatán. The pyramid building is more formally designated by archaeologists as Chichen Itza Structure 5B18. Note: The tour is over 1+ mile long per tour, with more than 20 audio stories per tour, and takes about 1-2 hours per tour to complete. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
Tzompantli which means skull rack is otherwise known as the Platform of Skulls. Chichen Itza is home to a Toltec structure where the heads of the sacrificial victims were placed - whew!
Cenote Ik kil
The Sacred Cenote or Sacred Well is one of the most venerable spots on the Chichen Itza. Otherwise known as the Well of Sacrifice, this spot combines the very essence of Mayan beliefs and fears. The cenotes are bodies of water formed by the limestone plain which covers most of the Yucatán Peninsula. The cenotes manifest themselves as rivers, pools or streams beneath the limestone terrain.
Temple of the Warriors
Much like an expensive wedding cake, the Temple of Warriors has three, thick tiers at the bottom with a small temple on top. Look at the base of the stairway, there are about 200 columns, each with Toltec warriors placed in varying scenes carved into every side.
The Ossuary
Between the plazas, platforms and a cenote stands a pyramid that is related to the dynasty of the Lords of Chichen Itza. El Osario- otherwise known as the Ossuary - was given its name due to the numerous human and animal bones found on site. It is also known as the High Priest’s Grave. El Osario is a smaller rendition of El Castillo. It has four staircases and is around 9 meters high. Designs similar to the ones on the Temple of Warriors and on the Venus Platforms are carved into this structure.
El Caracol
El Caracol is one of the more interesting buildings of Chichen Itza. On top of this structure, you can see the remains of what was originally a cylindrically shaped observatory. The Mayans had a particular love for the heavens for they believed that they could record the will and actions of God if they look closely enough.
Las Monjas
The imposing structure on your right is Las Monjas or the Nunnery and it is quite possibly one of the largest buildings in Chichen Itza. It has been rebuilt over and over again, therefore it houses more chambers and flats than other structures. A distinctive feature of the Las Monjas complex is the sheer number of texts that almost completely cover the place.
Tulum Archaeological Site
Tulum Ruins, Tulum Walls and Cenote, House of Columns
Casa Cenote
Don’t let the beautiful ocean view distract you from this fascinating structure. It consists of two rooms, one of which can be accessed from the entrance. The other room branches out from the western offshoot within the wall’s construction.
The Temple of the Wind is a one of the most interesting structures. The Temple sits on top of the cliff with its single doorway facing north and overlooking a group of small shrines on the hillside. The round platforms seen here indicate that this is a temple to the Wind God.
The largest structure, featured in Tulum is the 40 feet Pyramid structure of The Castle (El Castillo) which stands on a rocky bluff of the same height. This structure followed the same pattern as of other renowned Mayan architecture with the building being built in multiple phases.
Welcome to the Temple of Frescoes. This two storiedbuilding with its unassuming proportions has tremendous archeological significance. It is the most richly decorated and elaborately painted structure on this site.
The ruins are hugged by a rugged coastline featuring a breathtaking view of turquoise waters and sandy beach by the sea. The vista of cliffs on which the ruins stand have a spellbinding effect on the visitors. The picturesque walk down to the beach via the stairs from El Castillo shows a mass of twisted limestone covered with plants. Check out this view from up close as it promises to linger in the memory of the place.
Several more attractions to see... - Welcome - Civilization - Visitors Centre - History - Spanish Conquest - Sacbe - Defensive Wall - Entrance Arch - Mayan Ballgame - Ballcourt - Architecture - Ceremonial Circular Steam Bath - Religion - The Acropolis - Hieroglyphic Serpents - The Tomb - Top of the Pyramid - South Plaza - Today - Farewell
Several More stop to see - Welcome to Coba's Mayan Ruins - Rise & Fall - Ancient Trees of Coba - Ball Court - La Iglesia Pyramid - Crossroads Pyramid & Architecture - Bicycle Rental - The Ancient Streets of Coba & Mayan Civilization - Macanxoc Lagoon - Stelae - Stela 1 - The Pyramid of the Painted Lintel - Religion - The Ball Court 2 - Calendar - Xaibe Lookout Tower - Stela 20 of Ruler D - Nohoch Mul Pyramid - Mayans Today, Cenotes, and Farewell
Ticket handed over by the operator on site
IGNORE THE QR CODE ABOVE The QR code CANNOT be presented for a ticket onsite. The QR simply contains your tour access instructions. Please follow these instructions BEFORE you’re onsite because they require WiFi/signal. 1. Download my Action Tour Guide app: actiontourguide.com/app 2. Sign in/ register with your email (this is will automatically generate a one-time verification sent to your email. That code is NOT your tour password). 3. Go to “My Tours” and select “Enter Password”. Find your password in the instructions email sent by “Action Tour Guide” to you by email and text. 4. Download your tour NOW. Do not wait until you are onsite. BEFORE YOU START This is a self-guided audio tour. No guide will meet you. Entrance tickets, attraction tickets, parking, and transportation are not included. Your tour has lifetime access with no expiry. Use it on any date—no need to change your booking date. For walking tours, we recommend headphones. See how it works: actiontourguide.com/tutorial NEED HELP? Setup: actiontourguide.com/redeem FAQs: actiontourguide.com/faq Call: 1-508-506-1844 Email: support@actiontourguide.com
Begin from Zona Arqueológica de Ek Balam, VVQ8+F4, 97743 Ekbalam. After booking the tour, search your emails and texts for "audio tour". Your tour is VALID FOREVER, so follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.
The return is at the same place.
1 traveler(s) minimum · 15 maximum per booking.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 148912P5
Activity offered by Walk with Action via Viator.