Tulum Mayan Ruins, Mexico - Top 10 Historical Vacations

Tulum sits just south of Cancun, Playa del Carmen and Cozumel making it an easy historical addition to a tropical vacation! A taxi or bus will take you to the site – it’s about a two-hour drive from Cancun. Rent a vehicle or join up with a plethora of guided tours. Once you arrive, the entrance fee is about 35 or 40 pesos. Follow the short road into the ruins or detour down to the beautiful beach.

The ruins themselves are surrounded by a feature that is fairly unique among ancient Mayan sites – a wall. In fact, the name Tulum actually means wall in Mayan. Paths lead you throughout the city past the city square, the Castillo – Tulum’s tallest building, and a number of temples. Tour guides describe the unique features and suspected purposes of specific buildings and point out impressive Mayan advancements that are still relevant today! After exploring the ruins, the large marketplace offers souvenirs and some dining options.