Zona Arqueológica de Xcaret (dentro del parque ecoturístico XCARET) — Attraction in Quintana Roo

We visited here what seems like a lifetime ago in March, before the current COVID-19 pandemic. El Rey is located right in the middle of the Hotel Zone in Cancun. While it is not the most famous or largest Mayan ruins, it is certainly the easiest to visit. In the Mayan history, this site is an early one, dating to around 250-600 AD and was occupied right up until the Spaniards arrived in the 15th Century, when it was abandoned. The great thing about El Rey is that while everyone thinks of Cancun as a resort town (which it is) and a great beach town (which it is) and a great party town (which it is), Cancun is surrounded by historic Mayan archaeological zones, which is just perfect for a history buff like me. If you want to squeeze in a little culture while you’re in this wonderful town, but don’t want to spend 2 hours driving to one of the more famous Mayan sites, or if you’ve seen the other sites and want to see another, I’d highly...

Amazing experience as always! It is the Disneyland of archeological and conservation parks, with a rich infusion of culture and history. Aviary, butterfly conservation, turtle habitat, snorkeling, three underground rivers, children's world, Mayan ruins, zoo, museum, beaches, Mayan village, Mexican cemetery, equestrian shows, traditional "aerial" shows, and a cultural extravaganza 2-hour show at the end of the day looking at Mexico's history from pre-Spanish conquest until the present. They even have an exhibition of Mayan sports!

Bring sunscreen, water shoes, change of clothes, and snacks. Pay for the Xcaret Plus. Not sure the Photopass is worth...

We came from California orange county and first thing we wanted to do as a adventure is go to Xcaret it was so much fun swimming in the underground rivers and watching the night show. Highly recommend you get there super early by 9-10am and stay all day till the famous night show ends which will start at 7pm and end at 9pm. You will get very tired of walking and leave super exhausted but well worth staying and enjoying everything Xcaret has to offer. Also recommended paying the extra and get the xcaret plus to get your choice of access for 1 buffet entry at any restaurant that xcaret has inside I believe their are 5-6 restaurants...