Palenque Archaeological site from Villahermosa City or airport
Overview
Available languages
8 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Visit the incredible archaeological site of Palenque, declared as a World Heritage list by UNESCO. Your tour includes guided visits to the Temple of the Inscriptions, the Temple of the Foliated Cross, and the palace belonging to Maya royalty.
If option selected, take in the beauty of the mountain landscapes around Palenque and visit Cascadas de Agua Azul, where you'll descend on foot to the stunning waterfalls, with time for swimming in a deep pool at the base of jungle-covered cliffs (if the weather allows).
Travel on an air-conditioned vehicle round-trip to Villahermosa.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
The museum is close on mondays, but if you prefer you can only visit Palenque Archaeological Site
What To Expect
Zona Arqueologica de Palenque
After your pickup in Villahermosa, you will travel to the Archaeological site of Palenque. Located in the middle of lush vegetation, the UNESCO World Heritage site served as one of the most important ceremonial centers of the Maya culture during the Classic period. Almost 200 years before the pre-Columbian ruins were discovered in the 18th century, the nearby city was named by the Spanish — a literal translation of the Ch’ol word otulún, which means fenced or fortified place.
Cascadas de Agua Azul
If option selected, enjoy the beauty of the mountain landscapes and the wonderful Agua Azul Falls. This place consists of many waterfalls following one after another. The larger waterfall may be as high as 6 meters (20 feet). The perfect place to make beautiful photos. If the weather allows, you will have time for swimming in the crystal falls water. If option selected
Options
Palenque site in Spanish
Duration: 9 hours: 8.5hrs Return to Villahermosa hotel around 16:30 hrs Pickup included
Palenque site in english
Duration: 9 hours: 8.5hrs Return to Villahermosa hotel around 16:30 hrs Pickup included
Palenque site + waterfalls
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Local guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Entrance Fee
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Pickup points
Capitan Carlos Perez Airport
Villahermosa Mexico
City Express By Marriott Villahermosa
Boulevard Adolfo Ruiz Cortines Poniente 1803-A Villahermosa Mexico
City Express Junior By Marriott Villahermosa
Avenida Adolfo Ruiz Cortines No.2103, Atasta De Serra, Cuadrante II, Atasta de Serra Villahermosa Mexico
Hampton Inn by Hilton Villahermosa
Prolongacion Ave. 27 Febrero, 2804 Col Atasta Villahermosa Mexico
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour with outstanding driver!
Robert S,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Outstanding tour of UNESCO World Heritage Site at Palenque! Our driver, Carlos, met us promptly at our hotel in Villahermosa and provided safe, friendly and comfortable transportation throughout the entire day! We really appreciated his local knowledge and interesting facts along the way. At the site we met our guide who explained the history and significance of the buildings we could see and of the many more still hidden by the jungle. After leaving the archeological park, Carlos took us to an incredible local restaurant and then bought us safely back to our hotel. This is an amazing experience that we highly recommend!
Wonderful day
theschilla,Aug 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time on this tour. We were picked up by our driver David who was very nice and spoke great English. We first went to Palenque and toured it with our guide Tito. Amazing ruins, and you can climb and enter the pyramids. We then went to a couple of different waterfalls which were both stunning. The only downside was the high cost, but there aren't many options for English tours in the area.
Palenque Mayan site was phenomenal
candicesR7347PH,Mar 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00To wander among the huge temples and pyramids with a personal tour guide was awesome. Getting to go into the red queens tomb was also a unique experience. The personal car ride to the site from Villahermosa was also extremely interesting and informative.
Fabulous trip!
Megan D,Jul 29, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a great trip to Palenque and Agua Azul. Juan Carlos was a wonderful guide. Very knowledgeable and informative.
Safe, Reliable and Personal Service
WayneToTheMax,Jun 1, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was very pleased with all aspects of this package. The company corresponded shortly after I booked it which made me feel secure about the trip. Our driver Reyes was on time and picked us up promptly at 7:00am from our hotel in Villahermosa. Very comfortable ride...however....be prepared for a long day on the road. It simply takes a while to get to Palenque. The roads are all good. Tolls are covered by the tour. Entrance to all the parks are included, as well as a guide at Palenque. We spent 2 hours getting to Palenque. About 2+ hours at the ruins. Our driver recommended a very nice restaurant in Palenque town and waited for us to finish, then drove us on to the Agua Azul Falls(Cascades). That was another 1 1/2 hours due to all of the mountain curves and toppes. Our driver waited for us at the Falls while we swam and hiked the area. Then drove us home (almost 3 hours) back to our hotel at 7:30pm. It's a long day so just be prepared. Everything was fabulous! Totally recommend this group. Safe. Good people.
A great guide!
Brandelyn A,Apr 21, 2021
- Review from Viator
5.00Our driver (Reyes?) was FANTASTIC!! Not only was he affable, he was so accommodating and patient - not rushing us as we enjoyed exploring both the ruins and the city of Palenque. That guy is definitely an asset to your company! I would absolutely book a tour with you again, especially if I could somehow arrange for the same guide.
Perfect Day
Glenda H,Apr 10, 2021
- Review from Viator
5.00The driver Reyes was excellent and Mingo our guide was exceptional. The day for both of us was perfect
A wonderful tour
Ann S,Jan 9, 2020
- Review from Viator
5.00Juan was an attentive driver who had organised an English speaking guide for us at Planeque, a wonderful lunch at Agua Azul and helped us get the most out of our Agua Azul visit. He was very patient and understanding with our children, guided us in the markets and gave us a memorable and enjoyable day.
Incredible Visit
ajnavy04,Sep 10, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Juan Carlos, was awesome. I made an error in my booking and he was able to adjust the date of my trip without any problem. We drove from Villahermosa to Paenque by car, it took around 2 hours. The site is insane. Chichen Itza pales in comparison to this site. We had a guided tour of the site, which was ok. It was more enjoyable just exploring on our own for a bit. We then visited Aqua Azul and Misol Ha waterfalls. The entire trip was amazing. Safe, fun, and memorable. I recommend this trip to anyone who happens to be South/Central Mexico.
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