Coba Ruins Self-Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide

4.3 (4 reviews) Tulum, Mexico
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Duration1h - 2h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

This isn't an entrance ticket to Coba Ruins. Check opening hours before your visit.

Discover the Coba Ruins, among the most intact ancient Mayan sites! As you explore with the help of this narrated, self-guided walking tour, you’ll unearth the history of this fascinating place, from the remnants of ancient artwork to the court where Mayans once played a ritualistic ball game and beyond. Plus, climb to the top of an imposing Mayan pyramid! Tour on your own schedule without the hassle of a group or the risk of an unreliable guide.

After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

What's included

  • Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
  • Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
  • Just bring your phone and headphones; the app guides your walk.
  • Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
  • Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
  • Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
  • Private walking tour experience for your family or group.
  • Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.
  • Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
  • No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

What to expect

  1. Zona Arqueologica De Coba
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Your tour of the ruins of Coba begins directly adjacent to the parking area for the ruins. From there, you'll walk through this incredible archaeological site and get up close and personal with ancient Mayan history. You'll discover ancient roads and structures, learn about the Mayan calendar, and much more!

    NOTE: The tour is over 1.5 miles long, with more than 20 audio stories, and takes about 1-2 hours to complete.

    New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
  2. 30m · Admission ticket not included
    The second tallest building at Coba is La Iglesia at 74 feet. It is assumed this nine-level pyramid was constructed during the Middle Classic period. This dates its construction somewhere between 550 to 900 AD.
  3. 30m
    At 137 feet, Nohoch Mul is the tallest Mayan pyramid on the Yucatan Peninsula and the second tallest Mayan pyramid in the world. It’s name means “great mound”.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Begin from Coba Ruins Walking Tour, Carretera Federal Tulum 307. After booking the tour, search your emails and texts for "audio tour". Your tour is VALID FOREVER, so follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.

End point

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Important: Nohoch Mul Pyramid is currently accessible via a wooden staircase. The climb involves 100+ steep steps and can be strenuous, especially on the way down. Climbing is allowed from 8:00 AM–3:30 PM, with a 15-minute limit at the top.
  • Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
  • Private tour: Follow the route on your phone without an in-person guide or crowded group.
  • At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
  • Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
  • Multi-device access: Use the same password on one device for each traveler included in your booking.
  • More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
  • Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
  • Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
  • Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
  • Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
  • Savings tips: Walking tours: couples can share a tour by using separate earbuds. We recommend using headphones or earbuds for clearer audio and to avoid disturbing nearby guests.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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