Magic Town - Papantla And Tajin In Veracruz

4.44

4.4(9 reviews)

13 hours

English, Spanish

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Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

13 hours

Mobile ticket

Traveling north along the Gulf of Mexico, we reach Tajín, the most important Totonac pre-Hispanic city, featuring 168 buildings. Key highlights include the Pyramid of the Niches and Plaza de Arrollo. The city also boasts 17 ball courts. Afterward, we visit Papantla, known for the "Papantla Flyers" ritual, vanilla production, and its vibrant traditions and folklore.

**English tours are subject to availability (please confirm 24 hours in advance).

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

El Tajin

Know the archaeological zone of Tajin

4 hours • Admission Included

Papantla

Know this magic town

2 hours • Admission Included

Options

2025

Pickup included

What‘s Included

Entrances to Tajin

Guide

Ground transportation

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.44

9 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Lovely place, bad guide and driver.
Claire B,Sep 17, 2024
- Review from Viator
2.00
The site was wonderful however, the experience was terrible. It was a long journey, and the guide said little on the way to explain what we were seeing. His English was difficult to understand. He was not proactive we had to ask him for a little information. At the site, he walked around, and didn't seem to know much. When we needed the toilet and asked he didn’t do it. This made the return very uncomfortable . It was very hot at Tajin we should have left earlier. We felt accompanied rather than guided, and not looked after.
Great locations, poor transportation vehicle, average tour guide.
Julio D,Mar 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
This was an average experience. The transportation was not suitable for four adults plus the tour guide. Getting in and out of the vehicle was a hassle and uncomfortable due to the limited leg room in the rear seats. This tour required above six hours of travel time in the vehicle and it became uncomfortable due to the leg room and lack of air conditioning. The guide at Tajin was amazing and other locations were great. The restaurant we visited was also great. The tour guide was okay. He would at times go on tangents and sometimes not include the whole group when giving his talks.
Wonderful - El Tajin - arqueológical zone
Anthony M,Feb 28, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great trip with an excellent guide - Guillermo Macias/ he was so knowledgeable and very helpful - highly recommend this trip!
A great trip to see the...
HsiangRong Y,Dec 1, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
A great trip to see the country north of Veracruz. El Tajin was amazing. Papantla was also interesting, though not much time was spent there. The drive was pretty long and it was hot. But it was totally worth it. Just make sure to bring enough water. Rafael was a great guide. He knew his stuff and was enthusiastic in sharing. If you are curious he can answer questions about many aspects of the country. I don’t know how he stayed awake for the return drive. Kudos to him.
Outstanding tour. A must see
Anonymous,Oct 13, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
The zone was awesome with so much history and beauty. The guide was extensive knowledgeable about the site. The driver was extremely professional and had a wonderful personality.
Beautiful experience
kellydS9979BT,May 23, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It is an excellent experience to visit this beautiful place and it is perfect if you go on a cloudy day, it is too big and the explanation is a bit tedious but easy to understand, everything looks perfect from the viewpoint and the museum keeps many important relics. I totally recommend the place.
Interesting place..!!
Jose Antonio Loyola,May 7, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Interesting and beautiful archaeological area of Tajín, Veracruz. I was impressed, the warmth of its people and the cleanliness of the place. The unfortunate thing is the state of some pyramids, but I don't know, if it's because of natural deterioration, that is by carelessness.

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Magic Town - Papantla And Tajin In Veracruz

4.44

4.4(9 reviews)

13 hours

English, Spanish

Mobile ticket

Show all 12 photos

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

13 hours

Mobile ticket

**English tours are subject to availability (please confirm 24 hours in advance).

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

El Tajin

Know the archaeological zone of Tajin

4 hours • Admission Included

Papantla

Know this magic town

2 hours • Admission Included

Options

2025

Pickup included

What‘s Included

Entrances to Tajin

Guide

Ground transportation

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.44

9 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Lovely place, bad guide and driver.
Claire B,Sep 17, 2024
- Review from Viator
2.00
The site was wonderful however, the experience was terrible. It was a long journey, and the guide said little on the way to explain what we were seeing. His English was difficult to understand. He was not proactive we had to ask him for a little information. At the site, he walked around, and didn't seem to know much. When we needed the toilet and asked he didn’t do it. This made the return very uncomfortable . It was very hot at Tajin we should have left earlier. We felt accompanied rather than guided, and not looked after.
Great locations, poor transportation vehicle, average tour guide.
Julio D,Mar 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
This was an average experience. The transportation was not suitable for four adults plus the tour guide. Getting in and out of the vehicle was a hassle and uncomfortable due to the limited leg room in the rear seats. This tour required above six hours of travel time in the vehicle and it became uncomfortable due to the leg room and lack of air conditioning. The guide at Tajin was amazing and other locations were great. The restaurant we visited was also great. The tour guide was okay. He would at times go on tangents and sometimes not include the whole group when giving his talks.
Wonderful - El Tajin - arqueológical zone
Anthony M,Feb 28, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great trip with an excellent guide - Guillermo Macias/ he was so knowledgeable and very helpful - highly recommend this trip!
A great trip to see the...
HsiangRong Y,Dec 1, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
A great trip to see the country north of Veracruz. El Tajin was amazing. Papantla was also interesting, though not much time was spent there. The drive was pretty long and it was hot. But it was totally worth it. Just make sure to bring enough water. Rafael was a great guide. He knew his stuff and was enthusiastic in sharing. If you are curious he can answer questions about many aspects of the country. I don’t know how he stayed awake for the return drive. Kudos to him.
Outstanding tour. A must see
Anonymous,Oct 13, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
The zone was awesome with so much history and beauty. The guide was extensive knowledgeable about the site. The driver was extremely professional and had a wonderful personality.
Beautiful experience
kellydS9979BT,May 23, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It is an excellent experience to visit this beautiful place and it is perfect if you go on a cloudy day, it is too big and the explanation is a bit tedious but easy to understand, everything looks perfect from the viewpoint and the museum keeps many important relics. I totally recommend the place.
Interesting place..!!
Jose Antonio Loyola,May 7, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Interesting and beautiful archaeological area of Tajín, Veracruz. I was impressed, the warmth of its people and the cleanliness of the place. The unfortunate thing is the state of some pyramids, but I don't know, if it's because of natural deterioration, that is by carelessness.