Museo Sylvanus G. Morley: Unveiling Mayan History
Explore Mayan artifacts and discover the legacy of Sylvanus Morley at Tikal's archaeological museum.
Located in Tikal National Park, the Museo Sylvanus G. Morley is an archaeological museum dedicated to Sylvanus Morley, a pioneering Mayanist. The museum showcases artifacts recovered from Tikal, offering insights into the lives and achievements of the ancient Maya.
A brief summary to Museo Sylvanus G. Morley
- 69FQ+X78, RD-PET-3, Tikal, GT
- Monday 8 am-4 pm
- Tuesday 8 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 8 am-4 pm
- Thursday 8 am-4 pm
- Friday 8 am-4 pm
- Saturday 8 am-4 pm
- Sunday 8 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Visit early in the day to avoid crowds and the midday heat.
- Allow at least 1-2 hours to fully explore the museum's exhibits.
- Combine your museum visit with exploration of the Tikal ruins for a comprehensive experience.
Getting There
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Walking
The Museo Sylvanus G. Morley is located within the Tikal National Park, near the visitor center. From the main entrance of the park, follow the signs towards the Centro de Visitantes. The museum is a short walk from the main plaza and other key attractions within Tikal. Park entrance fee is required: 150 GTQ (about $20 USD). An additional 100 GTQ (about $13 USD) is required to enter the park before 6:00 AM or after 5:00 PM and a guide is required.
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Public Transport
Most visitors arrive at Tikal via shuttle or bus from Flores. From Flores, take a shuttle (approx. 80 GTQ roundtrip) to Tikal National Park. Once inside the park, the museum is located near the visitor center and is easily accessible by foot. Remember to factor in the park entrance fee of 150 GTQ (about $20 USD). An additional 100 GTQ (about $13 USD) is required to enter the park before 6:00 AM or after 5:00 PM and a guide is required.
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