Chichen Itza tickets & entrance fee 2026
Admission is made up of two fees, INAH and CULTUR. What each visitor type pays and who is exempt.
Admission to Chichen Itza is made up of two fees: a federal one (INAH) and a state one (CULTUR, Government of Yucatan). What you pay depends on whether you are a foreign visitor or a Mexican national.
If you visit with a Cancun Bay tour, the entrance is already included — no separate fees to calculate or pay at the box office.
The two fees
- INAH fee (federal): $105 MXN, the same for everyone. It covers access to the archaeological zone.
- CULTUR fee (state): charged by the Government of Yucatan and the larger part of the total.
2026 prices
| Visitor | INAH | CULTUR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foreign visitor | $105 MXN | $592 MXN | $697 MXN |
| Mexican national | $105 MXN | $205 MXN | $310 MXN |
2026 tariff. It is updated every year, so it is worth confirming before you travel.
Who gets in free?
Usually exempt, with ID: children under 13, people over 60, retirees and pensioners, people with disabilities, teachers and students, and researchers with INAH permission. In addition, on Sundays Mexican nationals and residents are typically exempt from the federal INAH fee.
Opening hours
Chichen Itza is open every day, in the morning; last entry is a few hours before closing. Confirm the day's hours in the complete guide before you go, as they can change on special dates.
The simplest way: a tour with entrance included
Calculating two fees and carrying cash for the box office can complicate your day. A Chichen Itza tour from Cancun includes the entrance, guide and transport in a single price.
FAQ
How much is the Chichen Itza entrance fee? In 2026, $697 MXN for foreign visitors and $310 MXN for Mexican nationals, adding the INAH and CULTUR fees.
Do children pay? Children under 13 are usually exempt.
Is there a free day? On Sundays, Mexican nationals and residents are typically exempt from the federal INAH fee.
Is the entrance included in tours? Yes — Cancun Bay tours include the entrance.
Book with entrance included
See Chichen Itza tours from Cancun. Also check how to get there and the site's history.
2026 tariff confirmed with operations on August 8, 2026 (INAH and CULTUR fees). Review at year change.
