Yucatán, Mexico

Places to visit near Chapab

Chapab is a town in Yucatán, Mexico, home to about 2,141 people. Within 50 km by road there are 70 places to visit — 48 forts & heritage, 0 churches, 11 caves and 3 museums. The must-see places are Zona Arqueológica de Mayapán (24 km), Loltún Cave (29 km) and Nohpat (38 km).

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Chapab, Yucatán
Chapab, Yucatán, Mexico. Photo: Wikimedia Commons.

Chapab at a glance

Location
Yucatán, Mexico
Population
about 2,141
Coordinates
20.4591° N, 89.4569° W
Places within 50 km
70 (10 must-see)
Best time to visit
October to February for forts & heritage; year-round for churches and caves

Top places to visit near Chapab

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Chapab: must-see places and the closest well-loved spots first. Open a place for photos, today’s visitor status, timings and directions.

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Forts & heritage near Chapab

146 forts & heritage within 100 km of Chapab. The closest is Castillo de Oxkutzcab (24 km); the best-known is Zona Arqueológica de Mayapán (24 km). Best time: october to february.

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Churches near Chapab

25 churches within 100 km of Chapab. The closest is Capilla (61 km); the best-known is Mérida Mexico Temple (74 km). Best time: year-round.

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Caves near Chapab

20 caves within 100 km of Chapab. The closest is Sabak Ha (24 km); the best-known is Loltún Cave (29 km). Best time: year-round.

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Museums near Chapab

13 museums within 100 km of Chapab. The closest is Museo de Las Momias (30 km). Best time: year-round.

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Wildlife, forests & gardens near Chapab

9 wildlife, forests & gardens within 100 km of Chapab. The closest is Ring of Cenotes (41 km); the best-known is Zona Sujeta A Conservación Ecológica "Reserva Cuxtal" (59 km). Best time: november to march for sightings.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Chapab

4 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Chapab. The closest is Mayapan Archeological Site (24 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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A one-day trip from Chapab

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 175 km on the road.

  1. Start in Chapab
  2. 24 km Zona Arqueológica de Mayapán · heritage site, Tecoh
  3. 54 km Nohpat · heritage site, Santa Elena
  4. 12 km Zona Arqueológica de Kabáh · heritage site, Santa Elena
  5. 25 km Loltún Cave · cave, Oxkutzcab
  6. 18 km Chacmultun · heritage site, Tekax
  7. 42 km Back to Chapab

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From travellers near Chapab

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How to reach Chapab

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    15–50 km — half-day trips

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Chapab by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Forts & heritage48146Castillo de Oxkutzcab (24 km)
    Churches025Capilla (61 km)
    Caves1120Sabak Ha (24 km)
    Museums313Museo de Las Momias (30 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens29Ring of Cenotes (41 km)
    Other attractions06Feria Xmatkuil Yucatán (59 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints44Mayapan Archeological Site (24 km)
    Parks04Parque del Bate (69 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs22Cenote Canunchen (48 km)
    Waterfalls01Parque Cascadas (80 km)

    Chapab: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Chapab?

    Zona Arqueológica de Mayapán (heritage site, about 24 km), Loltún Cave (cave, about 29 km), Nohpat (heritage site, about 38 km), Zona Arqueológica de Kabáh (heritage site, about 38 km), Chacmultun (heritage site, about 42 km), Labná (heritage site, about 43 km).

    How many tourist places are there within 50 km of Chapab?

    70 places on Spotwander: 48 forts & heritage, 11 caves, 3 museums, 2 wildlife, forests & gardens, 4 hill stations & viewpoints.

    Which is the nearest fort to Chapab?

    Castillo de Oxkutzcab, about 24 km by road; Zona Arqueológica de Mayapán (24 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest church to Chapab?

    Capilla, about 61 km by road; Capilla "Santa Cruz" (66 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest cave to Chapab?

    Sabak Ha, about 24 km by road; Cenote Nah Yah (27 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Chapab?

    Start in Chapab, visit Zona Arqueológica de Mayapán, then Nohpat, then Zona Arqueológica de Kabáh, then Loltún Cave, then Chacmultun, and drive back — about 175 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Chapab?

    October to February for forts & heritage; year-round for churches and caves.

    Towns near Chapab

    Sources: places from OpenStreetMap contributors, Wikidata and GeoNames; Chapab’s location and population from GeoNames; see also Chapab on Wikipedia. Data sources & credits.