The 5 Best Ruins to Visit in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula
There are thousands of Mayan ruins in the Yucatan Peninsula, southern Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, and Honduras – many of them still unexcavated. Of the hundreds that are open to visitors, even just starting with the Yucatan Peninsula, how do you decide which of the best ruins to visit in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula to explore?
I’ve spent over 2 months here, so I want to share with you the best Mayan ruins to visit in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula – from popular and well-visited sites, to a few that are more off-the-beaten-path – you’ll get a well-rounded idea of Mayan history and architecture.
And if you follow the order I list them in below, you can easily shape your itinerary – first spending a few days in the colorful colonial city Merida, and then relaxing on the beautiful beaches of Tulum (with a few side trips to the ruins of course!).
Chichen Itza![chichen itza mexico](https:i2.wp.com/hippie-inheels.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/P1010515LR.jpg?resize=1024%2C768)
Why Visit:
Chichen Itza is usually considered the most important Mayan site so it’s a must see. It’s thought…
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