Mexico's tourist attractions are the best places to visit and explore throughout the country. It may not seem like it, but there are many great things to do in Mexico, including visiting great ruins, beaches, museums and local and regional cultural events.
Once you've figured out how much it costs to travel to Mexico, it's worth organizing yourself to analyze the country's different tourism possibilities! Touring Mexico can become the best trip of your life, as long as you have a complete list of the main points to investigate and get to know. Discover the main places to visit:
1. Ruins of Palenque
The ruins of Palenque are one of Mexico's main tourist attractions, yet another remnant of Mayan culture and society. There is a crypt of a Mayan personality, King Pakal, and the whole site tells ancestral stories with its architecture and natural environment.
In Palenque there is an almost exclusive combination of natural beauty and ancient architecture that is well worth seeing, both for its beauty and its priceless historical value. The great Mayan projects and their main pyramid structures blend in with the natural environment.
- Price: R$303;
- Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
2. Ruins of Chichén Itzá
Where the ruins of Chichén Itzá stand today was one of the main cities of the Americas before European colonization. This is the land of immense pyramids, in the traditional square style of the ancient peoples. There are so many relics that the archaeological site is one of the most sought-after in the world.
If you're looking at Mexico and wondering what to do, this is a destination to consider. There you can find historical fragments of courthouses, temples and observatories maintained by the Mayans.
- Price: approximately R$150;
- Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Those who love history should take a trip to Mexico and visit Chichén Itzá, one of Mexico's most important tourist attractions. A portrait of our history and the history of all the American peoples.
3. Ruins of Monte Albán
Considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the ruins of Monte Albán are much more than just one of Mexico's tourist attractions. Located in the city of Oaxaca, which makes the city even more special, the ruins of Monte Albán are ancient, dating back 500 years BC.
At Monte Albán you can find out more about the people who lived there for centuries. Certain structures were even created for the sports of the ancient peoples, which makes the site even more important from a historical perspective.
- Price: around R$35 per person;
- Hours: from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
4. Oaxaca Zócalo
Zócalo is a region known for Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead), where the Mexican people commemorate the memory of the deceased in a celebration where there is a syncretism between indigenous tradition and Catholic Church rituals. It's an incredible cultural celebration, rich and distinctive, and well worth seeing up close.
But Oaxaca's Zócalo is not one of Mexico's tourist attractions during the Dia de Los Muertos period. Its historical value can be appreciated at any time of year on a visit, and we recommend exploring its cuisine, rich in cheese and chocolate, and even more Mayan ruins.
5. Ruins of Teotihuacán
Very close to Mexico City, in the town of San Juan Teotihuacán you can find the ruins of Teotihuacán, one of Mexico's most recommended tourist attractions. Here, as in the case of the Palenque ruins, nature blends with traditional ruins and architecture.
The experience of visiting the ruins of Teotihuacán is significant and unparalleled. Wide plans with a bucolic air, always "decorated" with a pyramid in the background and other remnants of Mayan society.
- Price: R$73;
- Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
6. Akumal Beach
Akumal beach is an incredible region where there is a lot of fauna, flora and natural beauty present in the country. This is one of the most popular and visited tourist spots in Mexico and also one of the most beautiful with its white sand and clean sea.
What sets this place apart are its inhabitants, the turtles and the local vegetation. So much so that it's common for vendors to offer vests, duck feet and other swimming gear.
7. Water Hierve
Considered one of the most beautiful places in all of Mexico, Hierve El Agua is a petrified waterfall that forms the most beautiful images and a truly stunning environment. It's practically a natural terrace, a rooftop with a swimming pool that offers a beautiful view and natural water to bathe in.
- Price: R$80;
- Hours: 07h to 18h30.
Even for those who don't want or prefer to bathe, it's worth a visit just for the panoramic view! 8. National Museum of Anthropology
Covering almost 80,000 square meters, Mexico's National Anthropology Museum is an excellent destination for those who want to learn more about the country's history. It can be visited at any time of the year, houses pieces about the Aztecs, Olmecs and other native peoples and is one of the most accessible tourist attractions in all of Mexico.
There is also a lot of content, such as auditoriums, exhibition rooms and specific pieces, an incredible place for anyone to learn more about history. And take your time visiting the museum, as it can take several hours to see everything!
- Price: R$60;
- Hours: from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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9. Mexico City's Zócalo
Considered the fourth largest square in the world, Mexico City's Zócalo brings together facts about the Mexican people, from their faith, origins, culture and other social and cultural achievements. A huge cathedral marks the spot and gives an even more complete view of the Zócalo.
10. Cenote Dos Ojos
Cenote dos Ojos is a natural water cavity with two bifurcations that resemble huge eyes. Mexican cenotes are natural pools where it is believed that Mayans performed sacrifices, which adds to their aura of mystery and even fascination. The water is clear and it is a very beautiful structure.
This cave submerged in water is so mysterious that it is still being studied, and its depth is estimated at 120 meters. A mysterious abyss of water and rocks, beautiful natural cavities to explore.
- Price: RS135;
- Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Cenote dos Ojos is a destination that offers mystery and even adventure, and is especially worthwhile for those who enjoy extreme sports and adventures. It is an impressive site and one of Mexico's main tourist attractions.
11. Sumidero Canyon
Canyon Del Sumidero is a large gorge, a classic canyon, but with lots of vegetation and even some waterfalls. It's a beautiful place and is constantly compared to the American Grand Canyon, but even older and with a lot of vegetation.
- Price: R$40;
- Hours: from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
12. Ruins of Tulum
To finish off the ruins in Mexico, we have the ruins of Tulum, an archaeological site close to the beach. It is home to many cenotes and features the architecture of ancient peoples, along with a beautiful view. The ruins overlook the sea and offer an incredible view of the entire coastal environment. These ruins also have several cores, with several houses, platforms and even a temple.
- Price: R$30;
- Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Bonus: Baja California
Another region you should visit on your trip to Mexico is Baja California. It's ideal both for those who like to go on incredible excursions, meet people and enjoy the bustling nightlife (October to May), and for those who want a quieter destination, discover the wine route and enjoy many paradisiacal beaches (April to June)!
These are the main tourist attractions in Mexico! Make a note of the ones you most want to see and don't forget to rent a car at Happy Tours so you can go sightseeing without any worries.
