- Cenote Zaci is right in the middle of town—swim in a cave for cheap.
- The Cathedral of San Gervasio dominates the main square—great for people watching.
- Calzada de los Frailes is a picturesque street leading to the convent—full of boutiques.
- Convent of San Bernardino of Siena is a fortress-like monastery with a light show at night.
- It's 45 mins from Chichen Itza—beat the crowds by staying here.
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When to go: Winter
November to March is dry and cooler. Summer is very hot.
Hurricane season is late summer.
- Best: Nov-Mar.
- Summer: Hot.
- Rain: Sep-Oct.
Getting there: Bus
Fly to Cancun (CUN) or Tulum. ADO bus takes 2 hours to Valladolid.
The new Maya Train also stops here.
- Bus: ADO.
- Train: Maya Train.
- Car: Easy drive.
Where to stay: Center
Stay near the Zocalo (Main Square) or Calzada de los Frailes.
There are beautiful boutique hotels in old colonial houses.
- Zocalo: Central.
- Frailes: Chic.
- Hostels: Cheap.
What to see: Cenotes and Ruins
Swim in Cenote Zaci. Visit Cenote Suytun (Instagram famous) nearby.
Day trip to Chichen Itza or Ek Balam.
- Cenote Zaci: In town.
- Chichen Itza: Wonder.
- Ek Balam: Ruins.
- Convent: History.
Food: Lomitos and Cochinita
Lomitos de Valladolid (pork in tomato sauce) is the dish. Cochinita Pibil is a Yucatan classic.
Eat at the food court in the main square.
- Lomitos: Local pork.
- Cochinita: Slow roast.
- Marquesita: Wafer.
- Longaniza: Sausage.
Getting around: Walk or Bike
The town is small. Rent a bike to go to nearby cenotes.
Colectivos (shared vans) go to Chichen Itza.
- Walk: Easy.
- Bike: Popular.
- Colectivo: Cheap.
Budget: Cheap
Much cheaper than Tulum or Cancun. Food is authentic and cheap.
Cenote entry is affordable.
- Food: Cheap.
- Cenotes: $3-10.
- Hotels: Value.
1 Day in Valladolid
Morning: Chichen Itza (early start). Return to town.
Lunch: Lomitos at El Meson del Marques.
Afternoon: Swim in Cenote Zaci. Walk Calzada de los Frailes.
Evening: Light show at the Convent.
- Morning: Ruins.
- Lunch: Local.
- Afternoon: Swim.
- Evening: Lights.
FAQ
Is it safe?
Yes, Yucatan is the safest state in Mexico.
Can I swim in cenotes?
Yes, bring a swimsuit. Don't wear sunscreen (it pollutes the water).
Is it worth staying?
Yes, it's more authentic than the coast.