El Meco

A visit to the past.

El Meco is a very important archeological site in Quintana Roo, which has the tallest building in the area, “El Castillo.”

You can walk around this small Mayan city and feel the connection with all the archeological sites and at the same time notice what makes them different from one another. It’s one of the few sites in good condition. It’s not well-known, which means fewer tourists, but that doesn’t make it any less important: there have been several important studies affirming the site’s relevance.

Price

Free entry (subject to change)

How to get there

Located at about the 8.2 km mark. Go south on Lopez Portillo No. 180, which will take you to the area.

Schedule

Open every day from 8 am to 4:30 pm.

Suggestions and Information

It’s possible that it’s closed at some times of the year, but because of its importance and interest in its buildings, the Centro INAH Quintana Roo authorizes visits if scheduled in advance with the center. It’s proximity to Cancun means it’s convenient to visit. Parking, restrooms and rest area.

Nearby places

For a totally different experience, visit Isla Mujeres.