Mexico

There’s few things that pair better with a day of exploring Chichen Itza under the hot Mexican sun than heading to a cenote afterwards to cool down in its clear, blue water. Better yet, there’s plenty of incredible cenotes close to Mexico’s Wonder of the World, where you can enjoy this colorful country’s unique geological beauty and get a glimpse into its rich history and culture. Here’s 8 incredible cenotes near Chichen Itza for the most epic adventure in the Yucatan Peninsula.

Playa del Carmen is known for its stunning beaches, glitzy all-inclusive resorts, and laid back vibes. But if you’re looking to get a deeper understanding of this country’s colorful culture and rich history, consider diving into its past by taking a trip to Chichen Itza, a Mayan city so incredible that it was named one of the Wonders of the World! Here’s 6 of the best Chichen Itza tours from Playa del Carmen, to make your visit to this ancient city as epic as possible.

If you’re visiting Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, you probably have exploring Chichen Itza–North America’s only Wonder of the World–on your bucket list. But if you want to actually understand the historical significance of this incredible ancient city (and not worry about the logistical headache of figuring out transportation here), going with a tour is SO much easier. Here’s 14 of the best Chichen Itza tours (no matter where you’re coming from in the Yucatan!) to make your trip here as epic as possible.

Chichen Itza is one of Mexico’s most popular tourist attractions and North America’s only Wonder of the World. And for good reason- this incredible and ancient site (dating back over 1,500 years!) makes you feel like you’re straight up starring in your own personal Indiana Jones movie. Here’s a complete guide to everything you need to know about visiting Chichen Itza, a not-to-be-missed site on any Mexico bucket list.

Cenote Suytun is arguably the most famous cenote in the Yucatan. You know the one I’m talking about- think of a stalactite-laden cavern, with a single beam of light, shining down onto a submerged stone platform. If you want to mark this otherworldly (and very Instagrammable!) place off your bucket list, here’s everything you need to know about visiting Cenote Suytun.

Cenote Yokdzonot is one of the best hidden gems in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, offering a dreamy place to cool off less than half an hour from Chichen Itza. Beyond its otherworldly beauty, this locally-owned and operated cenote offers all kinds of activities besides just swimming, from ziplining to rappelling down into its crystal clear waters.