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Plan your visit to Chichén Itzá | Directions, Timings & Tips

Chichén Itzá | Visitor information at a glance

Chichén Itzá is an ancient Mayan city that thrived between 600–1200 CE. It’s been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

Opening hours: Chichén Itzá is open every day between 8am and 5pm, with last entry limited to 4pm.

Address: 97751 Yucatan, Mexico | Find on Google Maps

Entrances: The site has one primary entrance, where you’ll find the ticket counter, restrooms, lockers for your bags, and other facilities.

Learn more about Chichén Itzá

What are Chichén Itzá’s opening hours?

Chichén Itzá is open every day of the year between 8am and 5pm. Last entry to the site is capped at 4pm.

Best time to visit: The best time to visit the site is in the dry season between November and March, when temperatures range between a balmy 25–30°C. However, the site can get fairly crowded during this period. If you’d prefer exploring it with fewer people around, you should plan your visit during the off-season between June and November.

Chichén Itzá opening hours

Where is Chichén Itzá located?

Chichén Itzá is located in the municipality of Tinúm, in Mexico’s Yucatán. It’s located about 180km from the popular coastal city of Cancun, and about 115 km from the state’s capital, Mérida.

Address: 97751 Yucatan, Mexico | Find on Google Maps

The best ways to reach the site are by bus or car.

  • By bus: A bus is ideal if you don’t want to drive or deal with the hassle of parking. You can take one of Mexico’s ADO buses from Cancun or Mérida.
  • By car: If you’re driving from Cancún or the Riviera Maya (Playa del Carmen, Tulum), you can take the toll highway 180D westward. It’ll take you about 2.5 hours to reach the site from Cancun. 
  • Take a day trip: If you want a completely hassle-free experience, a day trip from Cancun or Playa del Carmen is your best option. They come with round-trip transfers from a common meeting point or directly from your hotel, and cover other major sites over the course of 8-10 hours. 
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Know before you go to Chichén Itzá

  • Want a self-paced tour of the site without waiting in long ticket lines? A skip-the-line ticket is your best bet. 
  • It includes all local taxes, meaning you won’t have to spend additional time paying them on site. 
  • Tailor your experience based on your preferences. Want to explore the site via the main circuit? Feel free to do so! Prefer the secondary circuit instead? It’s your call! You decide how you want to tour the site, and for how long. 
Chichén Itzá skip-the-line tickets
  • A guided tour is the perfect option if you’re in a rush and don’t want to waste time navigating the site yourself. 
  • The tour will take you along a comprehensively planned route, covering all key highlights with fascinating insights from a local expert. 
  • Your guide will be bilingual and will conduct the tour in both English and Spanish.
  • If you’ve got a whole day set aside to explore Chichén Itzá and some of the other major sites and cities around it, why not consider taking a day trip? 
  • They’re entirely hassle-free, meaning you won’t have to deal with navigating bus schedules or finding parking near the site. Round-trip transfers ensure you can be picked up from a common meeting point or from your hotel.
  • Prefer catching the sunrise above the site? Choose the early access guided tour to make the most of your day. But keep in mind, the tour begins at 4:30am sharp!
  • Enjoy a Mexican buffet lunch as part of the experience, besides a refreshing dip in a sacred cenote. 
  • Parking: The site has paid parking available for $100 MXN. You’ll also find other parking lots close by in case the one at the site is full.
  • Restrooms: The restrooms are conveniently located near the entrance. However, keep in mind that there aren’t any restrooms within the site, so plan ahead. 
  • Souvenir shops: You’ll find a selection of shops where you can buy memorabilia near the entrance or when walking inside. Pro tip: The vendors near the entrance are easier to haggle with.
  • Lockers: You’ll find lockers at the entrance to store your backpacks after a quick security check. Renting a locker will cost you about $40 MXN.
  • Oxtun:** Talk about convenient and this restaurant is located right at the main site’s entrance. It offers a wide selection of burgers, tacos, pasta, and steak, all of which come in substantial portions. 
  • La Palapa Tinum:** This family-run restaurant is located at the edge of one of the free parking lots close to the main site. Patrons consistently highlight the warm atmosphere and the delicious food. The drinks are particularly refreshing, especially after a tour of the site under the sharp Yucatán sun.
  • Puerto Chichén:** Conveniently located about 5km from Chichén Itzá, this restaurant has an extensive menu with plenty of vegan options. Customers particularly appreciate the food’s presentation.

Frequently asked questions about visiting Chichén Itzá

What are Chichén Itzá’s opening hours?

Chichén Itzá is open every day of the year between 8am and 5pm. Last entry to the site is capped at 4pm.

Where is Chichén Itzá located?

Chichén Itzá is located in the municipality of Tinúm, in the state of Yucatán. Its address is 97751 Yucatan, Mexico | Find on Google Maps.

What is the best time to visit Chichén Itzá?

The best time to visit the site in terms of the weather is during the dry season between November and March. However, if you want fewer crowds and don’t mind a little rain, the off-season between June and November may be ideal.

Can you drive to Chichén Itzá?

Absolutely! If you want the flexibility of driving yourself around, you can easily reach the site from Cancun via Highway 180D.

Are there buses available to the site?

Yes, Mexico’s ADO buses run from major cities like Cancun, Tulum, and Playa del Carmen. However, keep in mind that a bus ride will take about an hour longer than taking a car.

Are there restrooms inside the site?

The restrooms at the site are all located at the main entrance. There aren’t any restrooms within the site itself.

Are there lockers available to store luggage?

While you cannot store large bags and luggage, there are lockers to keep your backpacks safe while you are at the site. Renting a locker will cost you $40 MXN.

Do day trips to Chichén Itzá include round-trip transfers?

Yes, whether you take a day trip from Cancun or Playa del Carmen, you get round-trip transfers from a common meeting point or directly from your hotel.

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