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Chocolate Museum in Uxmal
Choco-Story Uxmal is a cacao eco-park located next to the archaeological site: an outdoor tour, a living plantation, traditional Mayan houses, and the cacao ceremony where it all began.
Open every day from 9:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Last accessed: 6:00 p.m.
Open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Last admission: 6:00 p.m.
An open-air chocolate museum in Uxmal
Choco-Story Uxmal is a cacao eco-park located next to the Uxmal archaeological site on the Puuc Route in Yucatán. Here, the history of cacao isn’t told through display cases: visitors walk among plantations, Mayan houses, and trails, right in the very place where cacao was once considered sacred.
It's the Choco-Story group's most natural location in Mexico. The tour combines a live plantation, traditional chocolate-making, and a Mayan cacao ceremony at the end—the perfect complement to a visit to the ruins of Uxmal.
THE CACAO TRAIL — VIDEO
What you're going to experience in the cacao jungle
THE OUTDOOR TOUR
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![Uxmal Cacao Plantation]()
The Living Plantation
Walk among cacao trees and the lush vegetation along the Puuc Route: from the fruit on the branch to the seed that once served as currency.
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![How to Make a Hot Chocolate Drink Like the Maya Did]()
Mayan Preparation
Old-fashioned whipped chocolate, just as the Maya used to make it: roast, grind, and whip.
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![Uxmal Chocolate Museum: Antique Artifacts]()
Vessels and Pieces
Prehispanic cacao vessels and ritual objects, on display in the traditional Mayan houses along the tour route.
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![Mayan Houses, Uxmal Chocolate Museum]()
Mayan Houses
Traditional architecture and outdoor trails that bring to life the Mayan way of life centered around cacao.
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![Chocolate tasting at the CDMX Chocolate Museum, tray shaped like hands]()
Tasting
Enjoy the demonstration on how to make filled chocolate or pralines.
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![Native Animals at the Choco-Story Museum in Uxmal]()
Animal Shelter
Visit our animal shelter: a perfect opportunity to interact with animals rescued from abuse that are unable to return to the wild.
Mayan ceremony Cacao Ceremony
At the end of the tour, a guided cacao ceremony: the drink of the gods, prepared and shared just as it was thousands of years ago. For families, couples, and groups.
Chocolate Workshop
Chocolate Workshop
Chocolate Workshop in Uxmal
Create your own chocolate with the help of our master chocolatier!
Where We Are on the Puuc Route
, 97899 Uxmal, Yucatán
Last admission: 6:00 p.m.
Pair it with the archaeological site
The eco-park is located next to the ruins of Uxmal, a World Heritage Site. It’s the perfect combination: the Pyramid of the Soothsayer in the morning and the origins of cacao in the afternoon—all in one day.
What Our Visitors Say
I loved EVERYTHING. They have little rooms with background music and very detailed explanations about cacao and the culture surrounding it. The animals that live there are a great touch, and you really do feel like you’re lost in the jungle. […] 10/10—I highly recommend it, and I would definitely go back.Gororgle · Antonio Osuna Cibrian
They have two rescued jaguars, spider monkeys, and other animals♡ The place is beautiful, and the chocolate exhibition and tasting are great! They offer a discount to students with a valid student ID and photo ID.Gororgle · Allison Cardenas Juarez
This is a great place to learn about the history of chocolate and cacao, connect with nature and Mayan traditions. If you're from Yucatán, be sure to mention it at the ticket counter, as there's a discounted rate for locals.Gororgle · Russell Rodriguez
The trail is pleasant because it runs through the shade of the trees deep in the jungle; as you walk, you’ll pass educational stations and exhibits featuring endemic animals […] Admission includes a serving of Choco-há (hot water in the Mayan language), which you can prepare in the traditional or European style.Gororgle · Regulus
It was fantastic! We went with my nephews and my kids; children of all ages loved it. They really enjoyed the story, interacted with the animals, and savored some delicious hot chocolate […] It’s a charming place where they take great care of the animals.Gororgle · Se Ws
An incredible chocolate garden, wonderful descriptions... With chocolate tastings—simply delicious... if you find the perfect flavor for you 😉Gororgle · Yvonne Maaß
Frequently Asked QuestionsAbout the Museum in Uxmal
Do you accept groups and schools?
Yes. Groups of 8 or more are considered a group. You can book directly through the online booking system or contact us to make arrangements.
What's included in the ticket price?
The complete tour of the exhibition halls, the cacao garden, the Mayan ceremony, the chocolate tasting, and the sanctuary for rescued animals. Much of the tour takes place outdoors, in the shade of the jungle.
How long does the tour last?
An hour and a half.
How much is admission?
General admission is $280 MXN. Reduced-price tickets are available for $180 for students, adults over 60, and residents of Yucatán (upon presentation of a valid ID or credential), and for $120 for children ages 6 to 12. Children under 6 get in free.
The guided tour, available in Spanish, English, and French, is booked separately for $400.
What are the hours? Are you open on Mondays?
We are open seven days a week, from 9:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Last admission is at 6:00 p.m., the last Mayan ceremony is at 6:30 p.m., and the last tasting is at 6:45 p.m.
On December 24 and 31, we close at 3:30 p.m. We are closed on December 25 and January 1.
How do I get there from Mérida?
We are located at kilometer 78 of the old Mérida-Campeche highway, across from the Uxmal archaeological site, 78 km from Mérida.
By bus, departures from the CAME terminal in Mérida (69th Street at 68th and 70th Streets, Downtown) are at 6:00, 9:05, 10:40, 12:00, 14:00, 17:05, and 18:00.
What is the chocolate workshop?
Una sesión de una hora, acompañada por un maestro chocolatero, en la que eliges los moldes y las decoraciones y armas tus propias figuras de chocolate. Te llevas a casa 200 gramos.
It costs $720 and includes admission to the museum: it's a single purchase. There are four time slots—11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m., and 5:00 p.m.—and the tour is conducted in Spanish and English.
Can I bring my pet?
Pets are not allowed.
Are you coming as a group?
Schools, groups, and companies. Let us know how many people are in your group and what date you have in mind, and we'll arrange the visit.
To continue reading before or after your visit
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