What should I pack for Chichen Itza tour?

The main things to bring to Chichen Itza are plenty of water, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat or umbrella to protect yourself from the sun.



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Chichen Itza has no official dress code, but don't wear anything with offensive language or that is too revealing. Keep in mind that this is one of the most important archeological sites from Mayan culture, so you should act and dress respectfully during your visit.

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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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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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I highly recommend you leave expensive and sentimental pieces of jewelry at home while you travel, so you don't risk never seeing them again. Also, Tulum is quite hot, so you might not even want to wear jewelry when you arrive, so you might skip bringing it at all.

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Packing Checklist for Mexico City
  • Denim jacket / light jacket or sweater.
  • Jeans, leggings, or pants.
  • Cute tops.
  • Capris.
  • Flats or sandals – I prefer to wear closed-toe shoes since streets in big cities can crowded and dusty.
  • Sneakers for sightseeing.
  • Dress for going out.


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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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Give tour guides an extra 15–20% on top of the cost of excursions, based on how well they extolled the wonders of Chichen Itza or Mexico City's street food.

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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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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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Don't forget your bug spray and sunscreen 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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It's up to you how much you tip, but the recommended amount in Mexico is between 10% – 20% (15% is a good standard in tourist areas) of the bill or ticket price.

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Clap your hands at the base of the pyramid, and the song of a sacred Mayan bird will echo through the air. Been Here? Want to Visit? The Mayan city of Chichen Itza is full of architectural and engineering marvels.

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Although Chichen Itza is hot (90 F average), wearing bathing suits and shorts are not a good idea, due to the sun, wearing these types of clothes would only get you sunburns, try to wear clear clothes like cotton pants and long sleeve shirts if possible.

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

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Using a good camera has a price. At the Chichen Itza entrance they carry our bag checks and they will charge you an additional fee to use professional cameras, including Go Pros. The price for is only just over $2 USD.

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What to Pack and Wear in Mexico City. Mexico City is a cosmopolitan city, but their street style is a little more casual and understated than you might expect. Jeans are definitely a staple, both for daytime wear and for evenings out with a jacket and nice top.

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