See some of the very best remnants of the Mayan civilization at your own pace in this self-guided walking tour of the Tulum Ruins.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Mobile ticketing: Use your phone or print your voucher
Valid 365 days: from first activation
Instant confirmation
Audio guide included: English

Highlights

Enjoy a warm sea breeze and stunning views as you explore, thanks to the sapphire-blue ocean right next to Tulum
Decipher the hidden meaning behind etchings and architecture throughout the site
Snap photos of the astonishing Temple of Frescoes, one of the most richly decorated buildings in any Mayan city
Learn the full story behind the infamous Mayan Calendar, which predicted the world would end in 2012

Full description

Discover the past as you walk through Mayan ruins outside of Cancún. Explore the Tulum Ruins in depth using an app as your audio guide.

Learn about the fascinating, complicated history of Mayan society and about the mystery surrounding their hieroglyphics. See the House of the Cenote, where the city’s ancient residents got their water. View the old fortifications, and hear about the Mayan beliefs at the Temple of the Wind. Admire the Palace of the Great Lord, which was occupied by the rulers of this city. Then, walk to the detailed engravings at the Temple of the Descending God. Stroll to the impressive Castle, the House of Columns, the Temple of Frescoes, the House of Chultun and the Temple of the Initial Series. Use the Action Tour Guide app to learn about the Mayan Calendar, high stakes ball games played by the Mayans, and to get filled in on where the Mayans are today. Listen to information from local guides that is narrated by professional voice artists allowing you to visualize the history that you cannot see.

Includes

Self-guided tour taken via the Action Tour Guide app
Unique password (sent by email) for access to Action Tour Guide app
Live GPS map on your phone
Audio narration
Written text explanations
Route from stop to stop
List of stops along route

Food or drinks
Transportation
Parking
Entry to paid attractions
Vehicle rentals

Covid-19 precautions

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must bring your own headphones

Meeting point

• This is a self-guided experience. There will be no guide waiting to meet you. • The tour begins at the Ruinas de Tulum, Tulum Municipality, Zona Hotelera Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico. • Be sure to check your email before you begin to download the Action Tour Guide app, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good data/wifi. • From there, simply follow the audio instructions and the route. If you have any questions, please visit ActionTourGuide.com/FAQ

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What to bring

Power bank
Charged Smartphone
Comfortable shoes
Headphones

Know before you go

This is a self-guided tour; no guide will accompany you. The Action Tour Guide app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map all in one.
After the booking, you will receive an email with a link to the Action Tour Guide app and a unique password to access the tour within the app.
This tour has been developed by local guides, curated by creative writers, and narrated by professional voice artists.
Most stops along the tour have animated videos allowing you to visualise what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms.
This tour is valid forever - from the moment of booking. You will not need to change the booking if your travel plans change.

Tulum: Self-Guided Mayan Ruins Tour

Tulum: Self-Guided Mayan Ruins Tour

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