San Gervasio Maya site from the Cozumel cruise port

Ruins & history2-3 hours including the drive

Cozumel's main pre-Hispanic site, once the island's largest settlement and a pilgrimage centre. Only part of the central area is open to visitors.

Getting there from the ship

From
Punta Langosta
Cozumel has 3 cruise piers; your line confirms which one the evening before. Pier guide.
Travel time
Ask at the taxi stand · 10 km
Allow about 20 minutes to get off the ship first. Cozumel taxi fares.
Cost
About $11–12 for foreign visitors (2026); open daily 9:00–15:30, last entry 15:00.
Time to allow
2-3 hours including the drive

Will you be back for all aboard?

Plan on 2-3 hours including the drive, and check the travel time with a taxi dispatcher at the pier before you commit on a 8:00 am–4:30 pm call.

Tip

Closing time is 15:30, so go in the morning; shade is limited and mosquitoes are common, so bring repellent.

Cozumel cruise port: San Gervasio Maya site FAQ

How much does it cost to visit San Gervasio Maya site?

About $11–12 for foreign visitors (2026); open daily 9:00–15:30, last entry 15:00.

How much time do you need at San Gervasio Maya site?

Allow 2-3 hours including the drive. Plan on 2-3 hours including the drive, and check the travel time with a taxi dispatcher at the pier before you commit on a 8:00 am–4:30 pm call.

Can you visit San Gervasio Maya site on your own from a cruise ship?

Yes, it is easy to do on your own. Closing time is 15:30, so go in the morning; shade is limited and mosquitoes are common, so bring repellent.

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