Valladolid Self-Guided Walking Tour Maya Zací with Audio and Quiz

Valladolid was built by reusing and reshaping what came before it, again and again: colonial churches reused stones from the Maya city of Zací, a Franciscan convent rose over a sacred cenote, and a museum's quiet garden once served as a revolutionary execution ground. This self-guided audio walking tour brings that layered history to life across 9 essential stops in the historic center, with narrated stories and quizzes along the way. - Fully self-guided: explore Valladolid's historic center at your own pace, no physical guide required - Audioguide with quizzes and riddles at each of the 9 points of interest - Everything runs on your own smartphone, no app needed - Covers approximately 2 km and lasts about 1.5 hours, with the flexibility to linger where you like - Includes a free eSIM so you stay connected throughout your walk

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   Convent de San Bernardino de Siena

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   View the massive fortress-like walls of this 1552 Franciscan complex, built directly over a sacred cenote, and hear the story of its hidden history from the Caste War of 1847.

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   Calzada de los Frailes

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   Walk this colonial cobblestone road linking the convent to the city center, lined with pastel-coloured facades.

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   Valladolid

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   Pass by Las 5 Calles, a historic five-way crossroads tied to Valladolid's revolutionary history.

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   Iglesia De San Servacio

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   See the main parish church of the city, where a story is told about the origins of Valladolid's name and its patron saint.

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   Plaza e Parque Francisco Canton

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   See the Monument to the Mestiza in this central park, a symbol of the mixed Maya and Spanish heritage of Yucatan.

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   Museo de San Roque

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   Pass by the San Roque neighborhood and its small museum, dedicated to the daily life and traditions of old Valladolid.

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   Cenote Zaci

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   Pass by the impressive open-air Cenote Zaci, a natural sinkhole right in the heart of the city, once a sacred water source for the ancient Maya.

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   Valladolid

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   Pass by Ex Telar La Aurora, a beautifully restored 19th-century textile factory, now a cultural venue.

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   Iglesia de la Candelaria

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   Finish at the charming Candelaria neighborhood and its park, a peaceful spot to end your self-guided walk through Valladolid.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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