El Meco Tour: Hidden Mayan Ruins

El Meco Tour: Hidden Mayan Ruins just minutes from Cancun Hotel Zone & Costa Mujeres

Visit a Beautiful Mayan City — Quick, Easy, Unforgettable!

Skip the crowds and the long drive. In just a couple of hours, learn about Mayan culture from certified guides and snap unforgettable photos.

Explore El Meco’s ancient temples and learn about the Mayan world from a certified local guide.
Enjoy free time to take photos and soak in the peaceful surroundings.
Marvel at the views from the highest pyramid in the Cancun area, overlooking the turquoise sea.
Optional hotel pick-up & drop-off in air-conditioned comfort (select when booking).

Daily tours:

09:00, 12:00 & 14:30
Approx. 3 hours tour

Meeting Point

Marina Punta Norte, Cancun
Puerto Juarez, Km 2.5.

Limited capacity!

Book with a deposit & pay at the check-in.

Book Early & Save 15%!

Reserve at least 7 days in advance and your discount will be applied automatically at checkout.

Travelers $1,300 MXN
($65 USD)
Hotel transportation + $300 MXN
($15 USD)

*Exchange rate subject to your bank

What's included?

2-hour guided tour through the ruins
Certified English-speaking guide
Bottled water, locker access, and umbrella for shade
Optional hotel pick-up & drop-off (select during booking)
Free time for photos and exploration

Not included

Know before you go

Wear comfortable clothes and shoes or sandals
Bring a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses.
Please inform us of any physical or health limitations before booking
Perfect for families, couples, and curious travelers of all ages
Groups Friendly
Professional cameras access have extra cost (payable directly at site’s box office)
Camera's tripods are not allowed

Why Visit El Meco?

El Meco is Cancun’s best-kept secret. Once a thriving Mayan port city, El Meco played a vital role in trade and religious ceremonies during the Late Classic period (600–900 AD). Historians believe it was also a strategic lookout point as its main pyramid offers panoramic views of the coast and Isla Mujeres.

What makes El Meco truly unique:

Beautiful pyramid with a direct view of the sea.
Peaceful, shaded, and uncrowded: a refreshing alternative to the more touristy ruins.
Mystery and intrigue with ongoing debates about its name, purpose, and decline.

Perfect balance of culture, nature, and convenience.

What to Expect?

Discover Mayan History and explore an archeological site without leaving Cancun neither long drives.

Short on time but big on culture? This 2-hour guided tour of El Meco Ruins is perfect for travelers who want to explore ancient Mayan civilization without the long drive to Chichén Itza or Tulum.

El Meco offers a rare opportunity to step into ancient Mayan history without leaving the city.

Located just 15 minutes from Cancún Hotel Zone and Costa Mujeres, El Meco is a hidden archaeological gem with a fascinating past and breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea.

Discover authentic Mayan heritage in a stress-free and time-saving way, leaving plenty of time to enjoy other activities, relax at your resort, or continue exploring Cancun!

Wander in this peaceful and uncrowded site walking through ancient plazas and admiring Cancun’s tallest pyramid all while learning from a certified guide.