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Chichén Itzá – designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site – was the most visited archaeological site in Mexico in 2024, surpassing the site of Teotihuacán. Located in the state of Yucatán, Chichén Itzá was a major city of the Maya civilization and is home to the pyramid of El Castillo, which is precisely aligned with astronomical events such as the equinoxes. During these times, the shadow of a serpent appears to slither down the pyramid’s steps, which serves as an example of their scientific knowledge and architecture.

Economics of Tourism in Mexico

The country’s tourism sector continues to be a major driver of the national economy. In 2023, revenue from Mexico’s travel and tourism market reached around billion U.S. dollars, with forecasts suggesting a steady climb to billion U.S. dollars by 2029. The contribution of tourism to Mexico’s GDP was substantial as well, nearing *** trillion Mexican pesos in 2023.

Accommodation in Mexico

The strength of Mexico’s tourism industry is also reflected in its accommodation infrastructure. As of January 2025, the federal state of Mexico with the most hotel establishments was Veracruz with , followed by Jalisco with nearly and Oaxaca with . In terms of leading companies with the most net revenue in the industry, Grupo Vidanta topped the hotel sector in 2023 with net revenues of **** billion Mexican pesos, followed by TAFER Hotels & Resorts with almost ** billion pesos. These numbers showcase the development of the hospitality sector, meeting the growing demand from both domestic and international travelers.