Chichén Itzá Archaeological Site
Yucatán
Chichén Itzá is one of the most important Maya archaeological sites in Mexico and one of the great landmarks of Maya culture in Yucatán. This ancient city was an important political, religious, and economic center and preserves some of the most recognizable structures of the Maya world.
Today, Chichén Itzá is one of the archaeological destinations you can visit using the Tren Maya.
What does Chichén Itzá mean?
Chichén Itzá means “the city at the edge of the well of the Itzáes,” according to the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH).
The name refers to the location of the ancient Maya city and the Itzáes, a Maya group associated with the development of Chichén Itzá. The term is also connected to the area’s water sources, including the cenotes that played an important role in the lives and ritual practices of its inhabitants.
How to get to Chichén Itzá by Tren Maya?
If you’re looking for how to get to Chichén Itzá by Tren Maya, you have one of the most direct options for visiting an archaeological site from the railway network.
Chichén Itzá Station is approximately 2.2 km (1.4 miles) from the archaeological site, so a short road transfer is required after getting off the train.
From the station, you can continue to the archaeological site using official intermodal transportation, private transportation, or a pre-arranged transfer service.
Would you like to visit Chichén Itzá with a tour?
If you prefer to visit Chichén Itzá as part of an organized tour, you can also explore tours available to the archaeological site, including information about prices, duration, included services, and operator contact details.
Where is the Chichén Itzá archaeological site located?
It is located 115 km (71 miles) east of the city of Mérida, in the state of Yucatán.
Chichén Itzá opening hours and admission
Chichén Itzá archaeological site opening hours:
Monday to Sunday, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Chichén Itzá admission price:
$105.00 MXN
Third-party fees:
In addition to the admission fee, an additional fee is charged by the Government of the State of Yucatán through CULTUR:
- National visitors: $190.00 MXN
- Foreign visitors: $548.00 MXN
- Yucatán residents: exempt from this additional fee.
What can you see at Chichén Itzá?
The Castle
The Church
The Ossuary
The Snail or Observatory
Group of the Thousand Columns
Temple of the Initial Series
On the two equinoxes, the shadow of Kukulkan, the serpent, descends from its temple to fertilize the land, while the red jaguar, hidden in the Temple of the Warriors, makes its jade spots shine.
