Uxmal

Archaeological site Santa Elena, Yucatan, Mexico

What to expect

Uxmal is an ancient Maya city located in the Yucatan region of Mexico. It is one of the most important and impressive archaeological sites in the area, featuring stunning architecture and a rich history. The city is characterized by its unique Puuc style, with intricate stone carvings, ornate facades, and impressive structures such as the Pyramid of the Magician and the Governor's Palace. Visitors can explore the site's many ruins, including the Ball Court, the Nunnery, and the Temple of the Warriors. The site also offers a range of activities, including guided tours, hiking trails, and opportunities to learn about the history and culture of the Maya civilization. For families, Uxmal is a great place to visit, with its many interactive exhibits and hands-on activities, such as the nearby Parque Nuevo Uxmal, which offers ecotourism activities, camping, and a chance to connect with nature. The park is also home to a variety of flora and fauna, and visitors can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding landscape

Plan your family visit to the Uxmal with these blog insights 👇

MEXICO with family: Yucatan with children

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the magnificent palace at Uxmal. We wandered around this refined site. We were almost alone in this beautiful place. "A very beautiful Mayan site, in a hilly landscape where it is pleasant to walk."

Highlights: We loved Uxmal! The kids enjoyed the perfect proportions and beautiful sculpted friezes. The article mentions that it is "less spectacular" than Chichen Itza but more refined and it was a very agreeable experience. We almost had the place to ourselves ✨

In Yucatan with family (MEXICO)

This family's experience:

Activities: Uxmal was our big favorite. The site is really fabulous, our favorite in Mexico, especially since there were few people, we were almost alone to visit it. We arrived at the opening and had a wonderful visit

Highlights: We had an exciting tour of the archaeological site thanks to Georges, a French guide who works on the site ✨

3-week road trip in Mexico: discovering the Yucatan

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Uxmal. We enjoyed the unique atmosphere. We explored the ruins in the jungle. We explored the Pyramide du Devin and the Quadrilatère des Nonnes

Highlights: We enjoyed the immersive experience. We liked the fact that it was less crowded than Chichen Itza. We found the architecture impressive and had a good time ✨

Family trip to Mexico: the best

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Uxmal, a beautiful Mayan city in Yucatan, with impressive buildings like the Governor's Palace and the Pyramid of the Magician

Highlights: The kids were impressed by the amazing architecture, especially the Pyramid of the Magician, which is a bit different from the other buildings ✨

Cancun Adventure Ideas for a Family of Explorers

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the ancient Mayan ruins at Uxmal

Highlights: The kids enjoyed the light and sound show at Uxmal, they were amazed by the architecture and the history ✨

Road trip in Mexico: 15-day itinerary in the Yucatan

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Uxmal archaeological site, where we saw the well-preserved ruins and the 35-meter-high Del Adivino pyramid. We also saw many iguanas. We enjoyed the museum of chocolate, Choco Story, which teaches about chocolate making, includes a Mayan ceremony, and offers traditional cacao drinks

Highlights: The kids loved seeing the iguanas at the Uxmal ruins and learning about chocolate at the Choco Story museum. We found the Uxmal site to be very impressive and we enjoyed the opportunity to learn about Mayan culture ✨