The Maya wonder 2.5 to 3 hours from Cancún: the Kukulcán pyramid, now for viewing only, no climbing. It sells out in season, so go early and book ahead.
WHY IT’S WORTH IT
1One of the New Seven Wonders of the world.
2The full complex: Kukulcán, the ball court, the sacred cenote.
3An essential day trip despite the distance: pair it with a cenote.