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La Venta Museum and Park
La Venta features a zoological park and an archaeological museum. The zoo houses 600 animal species and the museum exhibits Olmec artifacts. Tel. (993) 314-1652. Open daily, from 8:00 to 17:00 hrs.
Ph. ( +52-993) 314-1652
$35 admission general (Costs in MXN)
$35 admission general (Costs in MXN)
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The La Venta Archaeological Site
This Olmec site features the famous colossal heads, stelas, altars, and a museum.
Adults $37 (Costs in MXN)
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Chocotour
Learn and enjoy some aspects of the chocolate manufacturing process at La Luz Hacienda.
Ph. (933) 337-1122
Adults $50Children $35 (Cost in MXN)
Adults $50Children $35 (Cost in MXN)
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Olmec Ecological Park
This park was designed to admire, enjoy, and spend time with nature while participating in ecotourism, alternative tourism, and agrotourism activities.
INFORMES Y RESERVACIONES:
Tel: (993) 3-12-86-26
Mail: parqueolmeca@hotmail.com
Nextel: 9932548612 y 72*152826*5
José Martí 101, Desp. 310
Fracc. Lidia Esther.
Villahermosa, Tabasco, Méx.
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The Papagayo Interactive Museum
This museum houses 101 permanent exhibitions in five halls: Think, Imagine, Live, Play, and Look After. The facilities include an outdoor playground and a temporary exhibition wing.
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The Comalcalco Archaeological Site
In this Mayan site, the buildings were made with clay bricks stuck together with a mortar made from crushed oyster shells. It is located 56 km (34.8 miles) from Villahermosa.
Ph. (+52-933) 337-0274
Sh. Open daily, from 8:00 to 16:00 hrs.
$41 admission general (Costs in MXN)
Sh. Open daily, from 8:00 to 16:00 hrs.
$41 admission general (Costs in MXN)
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Yumká
In this ecological reserve, you can admire more than 200 local animal species as well as non-native animals from Asia and Africa, in three ecosystems (a forest, a savanna, and a lagoon). It is located 17 km (10.6 miles) from Villahermosa. Tel. (993) 356-0115
Las Barrancas s/n. Open daily, from 9:00 to 17:00 hrs.
Website: www.yumka.org
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OlmecaExpress Cruises
Boat along the Grijalva River, and enjoy the city views. The trip lasts 2 hours and includes food and drink.
Ph. ( +52-993) 358-0102 314-4644 117-9634
Adults $150 Children $75 niños (Cost in MXN)
www.olmecaexpress.com
Adults $150 Children $75 niños (Cost in MXN)
www.olmecaexpress.com
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The Agua Selva Ecological Reserve
Agua Selva, protected under a local conservation program, is the site of majestic waterfalls, exotic bird and tree species, and a luscious rainforest. A favorite of ecotourists and adventure seekers. It is located in Huimanguillo, only 69 km (42.9 miles) from Villahermosa.
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Villa Luz
Come and enjoy the Amatán and the Oxolotán rivers, sulfur water springs, waterfalls, caves, and the beautiful vegetation.
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Coconá Caves
Come and admire the high domes of the caves and enjoy the nearby lagoon, the lush vegetation, and the interesting local animal species. The caves are located in Teapa, 57 km (34.2 miles) from Villahermosa.
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Agua Blanca
Visitors to Agua Blanca will enjoy the local caves, waterfalls, and water springs.
