Tulum Archaeological Site
Tulum Archaeological Site
Tulum Archaeological Site
4.5
08:00 - 17:00
Monday
08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
08:00 - 17:00
Thursday
08:00 - 17:00
Friday
08:00 - 17:00
Saturday
08:00 - 17:00
Sunday
08:00 - 17:00
About
Tulum (Spanish pronunciation: [tu'lum], Yucatec: Tulu'um) is the site of a Pre-Columbian Maya walled city serving as a major port for Coba.[1] The ruins are situated on 12-meter (39 ft) tall cliffs, along the east coast of the Yucatan Peninsula on the Caribbean Sea in the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico.[1] Tulum was one of the last cities built and inhabited by the Maya; it was at its height between the 13th and 15th centuries and managed to survive about 70 years after the Spanish began occupying Mexico. Old World diseases brought by the Spanish settlers appear to have resulted in very high fatalities, disrupting the society and eventually causing the city to be abandoned.[citation needed] One of the best-preserved coastal Maya sites, Tulum is today a popular site for tourists.[1]
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DannyHQT
2 contributions
Jan 2022
Parking is a pain. Go to the end and park for 12$ at the public beach. The walk to the ruins in a good walk and then some. It should be a whole day travel rather than Tulum Ruins/ Xelha trip. If I had to do it again. I would skip Tulum trip and spend whole day at XelHa park.
Written 22 January 2022
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Ken C
Copenhagen Region, Denmark9 contributions
Jan 2022 • Couples
Had some great hours at Tulum. Its such a beautiful site.
Go to the official tourist desks at the parking to get information and guidance. We did get the most fantastic service from Gloria Medina, so kind, honest and extremely helpful….she saved our day after a bad start of the day at the hotel…she was outstanding 🙏🏻
Go to the official tourist desks at the parking to get information and guidance. We did get the most fantastic service from Gloria Medina, so kind, honest and extremely helpful….she saved our day after a bad start of the day at the hotel…she was outstanding 🙏🏻
Written 22 January 2022
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inesble
2 contributions
Dec 2021
We took a taxi a short ride from our hotel on the beach, very easy to get there. Interesting and beautiful views of the ocean. We hired a tour guy at the gate, he was very insightful it was worth it. We got there around 11 am, the weather was beautiful middle of December.
Written 20 January 2022
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Guidetravelman
2 contributions
Jan 2022
We went to this beautiful archaelogical zone in Tulum that was just awesome and magical. The only thing is we went around 2 pm and was super crowded, so maybe if you go earlier will be better and also less sun. After that we went to a public beach named Santa Fe, which was nice, we found a tower climibing some rocks and the view was awesome. If you are around those places we totally recommend to visit them.
Written 20 January 2022
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Cheyenne
Unterseen, Switzerland15 contributions
Jan 2022 • Couples
A must see when in Tulum. This is one of the best archeological sites. It’s smaller than Chichen Itza but the view is breathtaking. Worth every minute. I recommend going as early as possible. We tried to enter at 8am when they actually open, but they opened at 8:30, this was quite unpleasant. Furthermore, there was only one cashier open, so the queue didn’t displve once inside, that was a bit of a pity. However, the site is really beautiful and worth the wait. The whole place got quite packed after 10am, but that’s when we roughly left. Plan about 1.5 hours to see everything. It’s wheelchair accessible.
Written 18 January 2022
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Andy L
2 contributions
Jan 2022
If you are going to Tulum this is a place that you must to visit. If you go after 11 am will be super crowded, don't forget to bring your mask, your santizer and mosquito repelent.
Written 13 January 2022
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mspattya0927
Largo, FL14 contributions
Jul 2021 • Solo
Place has all the trappings of disney land.
Avoid the scammers that will yell after you when you turn into the entrance to the parking lot!
All of the ruins are roped off, you must stay in a sidewalk to view. Beach is controlled by cartel as most beaches in the area are and were not accessible. They insist you must access the beach through a restaurant with beach chairs starting at 50.00 usd plus minimum restaurant consumption fee!
TOURIST TRAP!
Avoid the scammers that will yell after you when you turn into the entrance to the parking lot!
All of the ruins are roped off, you must stay in a sidewalk to view. Beach is controlled by cartel as most beaches in the area are and were not accessible. They insist you must access the beach through a restaurant with beach chairs starting at 50.00 usd plus minimum restaurant consumption fee!
TOURIST TRAP!
Written 13 January 2022
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Randy B
3 contributions
Dec 2021
Go 30 minutes before it opens to avoid some crowds and the heat! We got there 30 minutes after open and it was crazy number of people. Beautiful sight, well maintained, and very interesting.
Written 11 January 2022
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meanderingmaori
Stockholm, Sweden134 contributions
Jan 2022 • Couples
Nestled on top of the low cliffs above the Caribbean Sea in Tulum, this ancient Mayan complex of temples is stunning and awe inspiring.
It is only a few kilometres north-east of Tulum central, and is easily reached by car, motor scooter, bike or even walking (if you’re that way inclined).
There is a huge tourist complex with tourist shops, food, etc, about 400m from the ruin entrance.
Entry is 85 pesos per adult and it’s advisable to take small notes as they aren’t always happy to take anything over 100 peso notes or give change.
You’ll need a mask and they’ll take your temperature at the entrance, however you can take it off once you are in h the complex itself.
The site itself is amazing, with a number of structures, coconut trees, greenery and the white sand beaches and turquoise and azure waters below.
Watch out for the iquanas, not because they’re dangerous, just because the big ones can give you a fright when you notice them at the last second; they are grey and white and camouflage perfectly with the stone structures and pathways. They look a little scary to some people but they are only looking for food, sunbathing or watching for other iguanas so they can assert their territory.
The complex closed at 5pm, and we left by the rear exit; which leads down to a beautiful public beach about 10 minutes walk away.
This is a must see when you visit Tulum.
It is only a few kilometres north-east of Tulum central, and is easily reached by car, motor scooter, bike or even walking (if you’re that way inclined).
There is a huge tourist complex with tourist shops, food, etc, about 400m from the ruin entrance.
Entry is 85 pesos per adult and it’s advisable to take small notes as they aren’t always happy to take anything over 100 peso notes or give change.
You’ll need a mask and they’ll take your temperature at the entrance, however you can take it off once you are in h the complex itself.
The site itself is amazing, with a number of structures, coconut trees, greenery and the white sand beaches and turquoise and azure waters below.
Watch out for the iquanas, not because they’re dangerous, just because the big ones can give you a fright when you notice them at the last second; they are grey and white and camouflage perfectly with the stone structures and pathways. They look a little scary to some people but they are only looking for food, sunbathing or watching for other iguanas so they can assert their territory.
The complex closed at 5pm, and we left by the rear exit; which leads down to a beautiful public beach about 10 minutes walk away.
This is a must see when you visit Tulum.
Written 8 January 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
jaa928
27 contributions
Jan 2022
The seaside setting distinguishes this as a can't miss site. This was a two hour walk from our hotel. Easy to find, and very affordable. The admission is less than $5 USD, but you can skip the line if you accept a guide for $10 including the admission. The site has some very interesting buildings, and you can look out at beautiful coastline. WARNING, as of at least January 07, 2022, the walkways down to the beach were closed due to pandemic. I didn't see that on the website or anywhere outside the park, so I was a bit surprised. We'd carried towels, etc with us. Pack sunscreen because shade is sparse.
Written 6 January 2022
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David Vala
1 contribution
So I heard about special entry tickets that let you into the site before sunrise( like around 6:30 am ) .
Has anyone tried to get these recently (Fall 2021)?
Also does anyone the cost of the tickets per person?
David Vala
1 contribution
We will be in the area in December 2021. Are the tickets that allow tourist to enter the site at dawn available at this time?
If yes, what do I need to ask for when I go to the ticket window?
Mike P
Knoxville, TN110 contributions
Im not exactly sure about the sunrise entrance, but once you get to the window there are self guided tours and guided tours so you'll need to decide which one you want and that price will reflect what you choose. But you are free to walk around the entire day.
Blanca C
Avondale, AZ2 contributions
We’re staying at a hotel far away. Any suggestions on transportation?
kellykay111
Washington DC, DC117 contributions
Are you staying at an all inclusive resort? If so…you can organize cheap travel through the concierge. Have your negotiation skills ready because if not the taxis can definitely take advantage. I’ve heard of people being charged upwards of 80$ from the airport to the hotel zone in Cancun which is 9 miles.
Geno Thomas
Allen Park, MI4 contributions
Okay, so Google says this is closed indefinitely is that true???
kyra_10
Ypsilanti, MI274 contributions
We just visited the 26th of May. It was open then!
Rg
1 contribution
Can we use a drone at this site? The mini ones that weight less than 250g?
Travelervg
California42 contributions
Is the trolley available to take into the parks?
Also is the beach open at the ruins or still closed?
Alyssa B
New York City, NY70 contributions
The beach access inside of the ruins is closed, but when you exit, you can easily walk to the beach.
tnl
1 contribution
Where can we park our car. Can we drive up to the ruins?
kurtfish
Redding, CA12 contributions
When you turn into the ruins entrance you have to park in a parking lot and walk in. The one on the right all the way down is 100 pesos. They won’t pressure you into buying anything else. Be ready for the guys when you drive down the street that will try to stop you. They look official but they are just trying to sell you tours. Lots of scammers on the walk in. Good luck 😂
Ashley S
Chicago, IL125 contributions
Can we go here and visit on our own without a guide?
Renata Flores
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico46 contributions
Yes!
On each ruin there's an information board, the guides are SUPER EXPENSIVE and UNNECESSARY!!
Frequently Asked Questions about Tulum Archaeological Site
- Tulum Archaeological Site is open:
- Sun - Sat 08:00 - 17:00
- Tulum Archaeological Site admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost €8.78, while a popular guided tour starts around €6.15 per person. See all 528 Tulum Archaeological Site tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
- Tulum Archaeological Site can be crowded, so we recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 528 Tulum Archaeological Site tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Tulum Archaeological Site:
- Skip-the-line Admission Ticket to Tulum Archaeological Zone (From €8.78)
- Tulum and Cenotes Tour (From €25.50)
- 3-in-1 Discovery Combo Tour: Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling Plus Cenote and Caves (From €95.85)
- Coba Ruins, Cho Ha Cenote, Tulum and Paradise Beach Day Trip with Lunch Included (From €87.85)
- Day Trip: Tulum Ruins and Swimming with Turtles in Akumal (From €87.06)
- Hotels near Tulum Archaeological Site:
- (1.05 km) Villa Pescadores
- (1.08 km) Kai Tulum
- (2.13 km) Mezzanine Colibri Boutique Hotel
- (1.12 km) Posada Los Mapaches
- (2.73 km) Mi Amor Colibri Boutique Hotel
- Restaurants near Tulum Archaeological Site:
- (0.03 km) Zona Maya Tulum Restaurant
- (0.71 km) Salciccium Tulum
- (1.97 km) Tulum Advanced Cuisine
- (2.12 km) Mezzanine Thai Restaurant & Bar
- (2.47 km) Bio-natural Tulum