What can we say, this place is so busy but so amazing and you need to come here. Another wonder of the world ticked off the list! The only annoying thing is how many market stores are in the area trying to sell souvenirs but obviously they can be ignored or you may get a good deal if you are into that. We had a guide for 45 minutes who explained so much to us about the area and it was amazing relearning about what happened and he even explained how the main pyramid tells time, months and days… it was so cool. We went with a guided tour from Cancun that we found from Viator, we suggest if you want to come here and you are able to drive here then do that. Just so you can take your time to self explore on your own because there is quite a lot to see here. The price is pretty decent for a wonder of the world! There is food here as well as toilets, toilets are decent and so if the food. Make sure you clap and make loud sounds so you can get the 7 way echo here at the Gran Juego de Pelota. “Jonique Life” If you find value in our reviews please consider following our social media outlets on Facebook and Instagram as we highlight magical places you can add to your ever growing bucket list.

Gran Juego de Pelota at Chichen Itza is the largest Ballcourt in Mesoamerica. It measures 168 by 70 metres (551 by 230 feet) and the walls are 8 metres (26 feet) high. Here the game of Pok-a-Tok was played, the most popular and highly revered sport among the ancient Maya. Amazing sight to behold. There are conflicting theories of whether the winners or losers of the game would be sacrificed to the gods

This is another section within the big Chichen-Itzá archeological area in Yucatan Mexico. Ball game was very popular in the Mayan culture. It was a big honor to be the winner and be a sacrifice for the gods. The walls for the game are very wide and tall Wondering how well trained needed to be all the players for this game. 🏀

One of the nicest spots of Chichen-Itza. This used to be a court where people would play an ancient ball game. This place still had lots of friezes with inscriptions.

We did not hire a tour guide but we wish we would’ve. Standing next to the 7th wonder of the world was amazing. The attention to detail and the intelligence the Mayans had was amazing.

Must have been awe inspiring in its prime, the sound carries effortlessly. I can imagine being a spectator, and hearing every grunt the athletes growl. I will go back soon.

Very mesmerizing place! So cool, Maya’s made a incredible stadium and that ancient structure is so attractive, it reminds me Panamá Canal looks in terms of the size of two giant walls, and the game ground is big! Unforgettable place..

Hire a guide, hire a guide, hire a guide. Without a guide the great ball court is a 5 minute stop, with one, it's an information feast that will turn the place far more interesting. Hire a tour guide. Its worth it

Unlike the Abba's great hit, here the winner looses all - in Chichen Itza meaning his life. But here, it was a great honor for Maya people. First, to win the game and then to sacrifice yourself for rain and crops by being beheaded. This ball playground was the biggest we saw on our 2 week Yucatan tour. It is very well preserved and walking along it you could see great carvings on both sides. On the northern side is the Temple of the bearded man from where the king (ruler) watched the game. The acoustics is outstanding, you can perfectly hear a conservation from the other side.

I guess that this area is the one that I liked the most because of the history of this and the wey they did this game, also due to the architecture of the Construction

Excellent experience.., you’ll enjoy every minute.. Buy souvenirs from the people at the end of the trail they got better prices and they’re open to trade.., also I had the experience of loosing my phone 😅 park personal were very helpful and helped to find it.. I did find it… and thank very much to them and one lady from Germany 🇩🇪 that turned it in

Must visit this area! One ticket will make you see the whole Chichén Itzá área! . Tourists used to be able to climb up, but not anymore. With one ticket to Zona Archeaological in Chichen Itza you can access the whole temple. Note the few other pyramids around it. Lots of vendors inside the out side the zona. Slot of the stuff there are affordable, lots of it is handmade too. There is photo spots, where the view is a lot better than just taking photos anywhere. Look for these photo spots( view points). When you go there, make sure you wear good walking shoes and take water with you!

A wonderful glimpse into history. Entrance to the area costed around 600pesos (about 30USD). This building is where the 2 Mayan teams would play against each other, and the winner team would then get sacrificed. Expect a lot of tourists, as well as souvenir merchants. Sundays are free for locals, expect even bigger crowd.

Stadium for ancient Mayan ball game. The specific details of the games’ rules and structure are still debated, however it was clearly of great cultural importance.

Amazing place to visit loved the country and people, recommend visiting this historical place. A lot to see and a lot of locals around feel very privileged to have seen the area on our tour, crazy to think how in tact everything is highly recommend visiting and buying in advance 👍👍