Marco Gonzalez Maya Site
Marco Gonzalez Archaeological Reserve
The ruins of an ancient Maya trading port in the jungle south of San Pedro, reached by a wooden boardwalk through mangroves; the only archaeological site open on the island.
The site lies about 5 km south of San Pedro and was a Maya maritime trading post from around the turn of the Common Era until the 14th century. Archaeologists have found large quantities of imported pottery and evidence of salt production. The site is modest in size, and most of the structures are overgrown by trees. A loop along the wooden boardwalk takes about 40 minutes, and the entrance has simple interpretive signs. Golf carts can take you there, though the last stretch is a dirt road. The entrance fee is around BZ$10, and be sure to bring insect repellent.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–16:00 (confirm on site)
Nearby sights
- Hol Chan Marine Reserve
- Shark Ray Alley
- San Pedro Town
- Boca del Rio Park
- Secret Beach
- Caye Caulker
- Mexico Rocks
- Bacalar Chico National Park and Marine Reserve