What do you wear to Chichen Itza and cenote?

Hats are highly recommended, or the tour does provide umbrellas, which is nice. There are shaded areas in Chichen Itza, but there are some places where the sun just beats down on you relentlessly. Bring a swimsuit if you want to swim in the cenote (highly recommended).



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It's been said that people wear white clothes to banish any 'bad vibes' and instead bring in the good energy from the new sun.

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My Top 5 Chichen Itza Tour Tips
  1. Tip #1 – Bring Snacks. ...
  2. Tip #2 – Sun Protection and Comfortable Clothes. ...
  3. Tip #3 – Take Full Advantage of Your Guide. ...
  4. Tip #4 – There are Vendors in Chichen Itza. ...
  5. Tip #5 – Take Pictures while with the Guide. ...
  6. Conclusion.


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In the couple hours that you'll tour the city, you will walk anywhere from one to four miles if you are thoroughly exploring the site.

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You should wear loose-fitting or light-colored clothing that is comfortable. You are likely to sweat as you walk around the ruins in the hot Mexican sun.

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You are in the Mayan jungle, so you will find many insects and mosquitoes. Do not forget your bug spray, it's essential in this region of Mexico. Sunscreen is also fundamental, because as we mentioned above, in Chichen Itza, there's not much shade to protect you from the sun.

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Women tend to wear loose sundresses and skirts with sandals, as it is still hot and humid in the evenings. Avoid wearing clothes that show your stomach or cleavage – particularly if you are planning to visit the more conservative rural parts of Mexico. A wrap is always good to help you cover up.

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A good tip is to wear your swimsuit from the moment you leave your room or hotel. This will help to speed up the change of clothes at the cenote. There's no need for fancy outfits. Natural Sunscreen/ Insect repellent: You are in the middle of the jungle.

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A good tip is to wear your swimsuit from the moment you leave your room or hotel. This will help to speed up the change of clothes at the cenote. There's no need for fancy outfits. Natural Sunscreen/ Insect repellent: You are in the middle of the jungle.

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There are several restrooms at the main entrance and several more behind El Castillo.

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6) Dress for success at the Chichen Itza ruins It can also be extremely hot, especially around El Castillo and the Great Ballcourt where there isn't any shade. Be sure to have lots of water on hand, along with a hat, sunscreen and maybe even an umbrella to protect yourself from harmful UV rays.

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The months with fewer crowds are May – June, and September – October. The perfect month to visit this archeological site because of the good weather and fewer tourists in May. The best time during the day is between 8 and 11 am, and if you're not an early bird, you can get there between 2 and 3 pm.

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Well, in Chichen Itza, one pyramid can hide another! Incredible but true! The archaeologists have discovered that the Great Pyramid of Kukulkan was actually built over another smaller pyramid (of about 30 ft high) around 550-800 AD.

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