Things to do in Santa Elena

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Santa Elena showing religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
Santa Elena
Santa Elena featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious elements
Santa Elena showing religious aspects and a church or cathedral
Santa Elena featuring religious elements and a church or cathedral

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Tikal National Park Full-Day Guided Tour from Flores

Tikal National Park Full-Day Guided Tour from Flores

Activity duration is 8 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is P 3,623 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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From Flores: Tikal Ruins Guided Tour

From Flores: Tikal Ruins Guided Tour

Activity duration is 8 hours
6.6 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 1,728 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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From Flores: Tikal VIP Exclusive cultural Tour All inclusive

From Flores: Tikal VIP Exclusive cultural Tour All inclusive

Activity duration is 7 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is P 9,755 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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From Flores: Yaxha National Park Private Sunset Tour

From Flores: Yaxha National Park Private Sunset Tour

Activity duration is 8 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is P 10,033 per adult*
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What to do in Santa Elena

Popular places to visit

Tikal which includes a ruin, heritage elements and heritage architecture

Tikal National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Tikal National Park, a lovely green space in Flores. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Tikal National Park
Tikal which includes heritage elements and a ruin

Tikal

Take a step back in time as you discover a magnificent collection of Mayan palaces and temples set amid a jungle.

Tikal
Cathedral of Flores featuring a church or cathedral

Church of Our Lady of the Remedies

This humble whitewashed cathedral is home to a revered Black Christ and is a great starting point for exploring Flores’ picturesque streets and waterfront.

Church of Our Lady of the Remedies
Central Acropolis

Central Acropolis

You can find out about the history of Flores with a stop at Central Acropolis. Wander the parks or discover the area's sunrises.

Central Acropolis

Maya Mall

You can enjoy retail therapy at Maya Mall during your visit to Santa Elena. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Maya Mall

Flores Dock

Explore the waterfront in Flores with a trip to Flores Dock. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Flores Dock

Yaxha Archaeological Site

Find out about the history of Laguna Yaxhá when you take a trip to Yaxha Archaeological Site. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Yaxha Archaeological Site

Plaza of the Seven Temples

Find out about the history of Flores when you take a trip to Plaza of the Seven Temples. Wander the parks or discover the area's sunrises.

Plaza of the Seven Temples

San Miguel & Tayazal

Find out about the history of Santa Elena when you spend time at San Miguel & Tayazal. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

San Miguel & Tayazal