Choose from walkable beachside options near this popular Mexican getaway or take a day trip to jungle ruins.

but peaked between the years 250 and 900.

Remember to wear comfortable shoes for walking and climbing, along with a hat and plenty of sunscreen.

Top Mayan Ruins Near Cancun

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Catch the city bus or a rideshare for a quick 30-minute ride from El Centro, the city center.

Tulum

Driving time:2 hours

You cannot find Mayan ruins in a more dramatic location than this.

It’s worth noting you might’t climb or enter these structures due to preservation efforts.

El Rey Mayan Ruins in Mexico

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Adventurous travelers have fallen in love with Coba because of its gorgeous jungle scenery and climbable temples.

The site features several large structures including a tall main pyramid which features beautifully preserved carvings.

Experience the smaller temples, cenotes, and a series of murals that date from 300 to 600.

Tulum Mayan Ruins on the beach in Mexico

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El Castillo Chichen Itza Against Sky

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Mayan Ballcourt at Coba Archeological Site in Mexico

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View of stone steps of Maya temples in the ruins of the city of Ek-Balam

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El Meco, Mayan archeological site near Cancun, Mexico

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Mayan Ruins at Xel-Ha

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