Travel to the Northwest to Visit Uxmal - Very Impressive!
Uxmal is several hours west of Playa del Carmen and will require an overnight stay. It's only 90 minutes from Merida. That would be a very fun combination.
Uxmal Mayan ruins are on our top 3 list because they are so spectacular to visit. However for most of our readers, you have not been here yet. Uxmal is on the western side of the Yucatan Peninsula and further to get to. So most tourist coming to this part of Mexico go to Chichen Itza.
Travel to the Northwest of the Yucatan. Merida is a lovely city and a great day trip from Playa. This is one of the longer trips and you might want to get a room for one night.
Tulum ruins is a very popular day trip from Playa Del Carmen. How can you maximize your experience there? How can you visit on the cheap and not waste time? Here is our guide to give you all the information you need!
Ek Balam ruins have become more popular because they are relatively new to the tour scene. Most people have seen Chichen Itza and are now looking for some new adventure to add to their vacation. Ek Balam Mayan ruins offer something new for people wanting to explore the rich culture of Mexico and the Yucatan Peninsula.
Archaeologists believe Cobá was one of the most important ruin sites on the Yucatan Peninsula. The design and purpose of this settlement was very different from other Mayan cities, with various settlements existing in one area. The white roads lead from each settlement to the main pyramid, Nohoch Mul.