We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Sacred Cenote

Chichen Itza 97751, Mexico
Update attraction details
Ranked #9 of 13 attractions in Chichen Itza
Type: Geologic Formations, Historic Sites
Activities: Group tours/bus tour
Owner description: This natural well, spanning 60 meters in diameter and reaching a depth of 22 meters, was used by the Mayans as a sacrificial pit for virgins, warriors... more » Owner description: This natural well, spanning 60 meters in diameter and reaching a depth of 22 meters, was used by the Mayans as a sacrificial pit for virgins, warriors and even infants. « less
Write a Review

88 reviews from our community

Visitor rating
    43
    18
    23
    3
    1
Date Rating
Placencia, Belize
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 NEW

i had never went but it seams a nice place to learn about it and have some fun it looks like a wonderful place for tourist attraction wonderful i am planning to go there but i do not know when...

Was this review helpful? Yes
Austin, Texas
Senior Contributor
29 reviews 29 reviews
8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

This cenotes is not very appealing compared to all the others who are open to the public. It is actually off the main path but there is nothing to it.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by ChicktravelerTx for Chichen Itza
United States
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013

Our tour stop in a Cenote for a quick visit. Mexico has about 13 different cenotes, so they may vary...I don't remember the name of the Cenote that we went, but it was next to a Tequila museum. The tour was Translamex, which I liked the tour guide a lot. Bring a towel with you and water shoes, if you... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
Arlington, Virginia
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

I can only rate it "Good" because I have nothing to compare it to as it's my first Cenote. It's conveniently right next to Chitzen Itza. The water is cold, but clean and you can see small silver fish swimming around. They do offer lockers, towels, life vests (for a fee) but its nice because you will get tired tredding... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Toronto, Canada
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2013

This was a nice place to visit. You will enjoy this with friends or a family. I would not recommend to bring children that can't swim. Enjoy this natural wonder. Bring water and sunblock.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Eureka, California
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2012

The water in this cenote was green and cloudy. It had the worst water quality of any we visited. It was relatively free of peddlers, which made it an inviting place to rest.

Was this review helpful? Yes 2
See 2 more reviews by Jesse R for Chichen Itza
Queanbeyan, Australia
Top Contributor
89 reviews 89 reviews
55 attraction reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 December 2012

The lookout is too far from the edge and you can only see the water in the cenote by climbing up under some trees on the far edge. And the road to the cenote and back again is lined with hawkers trying to get your attention and $.

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
See 3 more reviews by JanleeCanberra for Chichen Itza
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 December 2012

After a morning at Chichen Itza this was so needed. Beautiful place with the coolest water. The only thing that surprised me was that not more people went in to swim. It had been so hot in Chichen Itza that this was so relaxing and cleansing. But some people did not take swimming costumes and just took pictures. To experience... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
london
Contributor
13 reviews 13 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 December 2012

It was very different to swimming in a pool you are in a 80metres deep well swimming with fishes that (do not bite) and its the free version of snorkling. It is beautiful as you can see from some pictures and definately needed after a long day at chichen itza

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
Bristol
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
17 attraction reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 December 2012

Without a book or tourguide you may not know the full story of why the sacred cenote was called this or why it was located next to the pyramids however a very interesting part to the Chichen tour and the myan peoples beliefs.

Was this review helpful? Yes

Travellers who viewed Sacred Cenote also viewed

 
Chichen Itza, Yucatan
Chichen Itza, Yucatan
 

Been to Sacred Cenote? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Sacred Cenote, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing