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What's there to do in Chichen Itza in one day? / What can you do on the way to Chichen Itza?

Only have one day to explore Chichen Itza? Discover the ideal route to see the essentials, the must-see temples, and what to do during your visit. Maximize your time at this Wonder of the Mayan World and have an unforgettable experience

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What's there to do in Chichen Itza in one day? / What can you do on the way to Chichen Itza?

A visit to the Chichen Itza archaeological site is an experience that will stay with you forever

You can enrich your visit to Chichen Itza with a regional meal, a trip to an impressive cenote, a visit to the magical town of Valladolid, and even a stop at another incredible nearby archaeological site called Ek Balam

Regional Food

When you visit Chichen Itza, you'll be far from the Riviera Maya, so you'll be spending a significant amount of time traveling—about 2-3 hours to get there and another 2-3 hours to return

At some point, you'll get hungry, and this is an excellent opportunity to try Yucatecan Mexican cuisine. This food is a fusion of Mayan and Spanish influences. If you love trying new flavors, this is your chance to discover a whole new world of tastes that are an essential part of Mexican food.

You must try the cochinita pibil, sopa de lima, panuchos, salbutes, and papadzules

Cenote

One of the unique features of the Yucatan Peninsula is its cenotes. The ground is like a Swiss cheese, and rainwater collects in the empty underground spaces, forming these famous cenotes

In the area near Chichen Itza, you'll find some of the most famous cenotes, such as Ik Kil, Suytun, Oxman, Saamal, Xkeken, Samula, Xcajum, and Palomitas

You should see this as an opportunity to immerse yourself in the crystal-clear waters of a cenote—it's a truly unique experience

After walking through the archaeological site, you'll be hot and sweaty. The feeling of taking a dip in the refreshing waters of a cenote is an opportunity you can't miss, especially after traveling so far to get there

Magical Town of Valladolid

Visiting the magical town of Valladolid is like stepping back in time. It's a colonial town where time seems to have stood still, with cobblestone streets, colonial houses, its main park, and a historic church.

Be sure to try the marquesitas and esquites. Take a leisurely stroll through the city's different alleys and eat at the main market. It's a very interesting visit for people who love to see history with their own eyes and try new thing

Ek Balam Archaeological Site

Ek Balam is an archaeological site located very close to Valladolid. One of its main features is that, because it's not as heavily visited as the nearby Chichen Itza, you are still allowed to climb the main buildings.

Additionally, there's an impressive cenote near Ek Balam that you can visit by bicycle. If you have the time, budget, and opportunity, this is a wonderful adventure you shouldn't miss. It's an experience you will never forget

Conclusions

As you can see, visiting Chichen Itza is an excellent opportunity to explore other interesting places in the surrounding area and further enrich your experience. All you need is time, a desire to explore, and a reasonable budget.

You can find a lot of information on YouTube about these places. I hope this information opens up a new world of possibilities for you and makes your visit to the Yucatan Peninsula a very rewarding experience

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