Things to Do in Cancun

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#1Isla Mujeres Catamaran Tour with Lunch & Open Bar

Cruise away from Cancun's sun-soaked coast to head to the pristine shores of Isla Mujeres. Spend the day sailing on a catamaran with plenty of room to stretc...

Duration 7h Free Cancellation
4.3 of 5 (1091 reviews)
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¥7,525
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Isla Mujeres Catamaran Tour with Lunch & Open Bar

#2Puerto Morelos Reef Snorkeling Tour with Lunch

Just off the coast of Puerto Morelos, beneath the sparkling turquoise water, lies the world's second-largest barrier reef. Embark on a guided snorkeling tour...

Duration 5h Free Cancellation
4.4 of 5 (208 reviews)
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¥5,344
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Puerto Morelos Reef Snorkeling Tour with Lunch

#3Chichén Itzá Tour with Hubiku Cenote, Valladolid and Lunch

Spend the day exploring the well-preserved ruins at Chichén Itzá, gaze up at the steps of the Kukulkan Pyramid, and go for a refreshing swim in a spectacular...

Duration 11h 30m+ Free Cancellation
4.4 of 5 (230 reviews)
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¥5,344
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Chichén Itzá Tour with Hubiku Cenote, Valladolid and Lunch

#4Xplor Park Tickets

Gear up for an action-packed day of thrills and exploration at the incredible Xplor Park. Equipped with 2 zipline circuits, an underground river, lush jungle...

Duration 8h+ Free Cancellation
4.6 of 5 (413 reviews)
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¥14,177
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Xplor Park Tickets

#5Party Boat with Open Bar, Snorkeling & Isla Mujeres Visit

Dance to a live DJ, snorkel a fish-filled reef, and enjoy a free-flowing open bar while cruising the Caribbean on the Dancer catamaran. After a delicious cha...

Duration 7h Free Cancellation
4.3 of 5 (102 reviews)
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¥8,398
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Party Boat with Open Bar, Snorkeling & Isla Mujeres Visit

#6Tour Cenotes Enigmatic Waters by Xcaret

Spend your day on an authentic adventure exploring 4 unique cenotes (natural sinkholes) in Mexico. Let your expert tour guide show you the way as you zip-lin...

Duration 9h 30m Free Cancellation
4.7 of 5 (47 reviews)
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¥14,177
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Tour Cenotes Enigmatic Waters by Xcaret

#7Chichen Itza First Access Tour with Lunch & Tequila tasting

With this morning access, you will be the first at Chichén Itzá to unlock the secrets of the ancient Maya civilization as you explore it with an expert guide...

Duration 11h Free Cancellation
4.4 of 5 (268 reviews)
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¥5,671
per adult
Chichen Itza First Access Tour with Lunch & Tequila tasting

#8Isla Mujeres Beach & Snorkel with Lunch at Playa Norte

Navigate in a cozy yacht from the Nichupté Lagoon to Isla Mujeres, passing by the shallow mangrove canals on the way to beautiful Caribbean waters, where we ...

Duration 7h Free Cancellation
4 of 5 (34 reviews)
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¥6,435
per adult
Isla Mujeres Beach & Snorkel with Lunch at Playa Norte

#92x1: Chichen Itza with Buffet & Catamaran to Isla Mujeres

Enjoy Cancun with this two day combo tour! Get to know one of the seven wonders of the world and sail away from Cancun on a catamaran full of fun with Open B...

Duration 9h+ Free Cancellation
4.4 of 5 (78 reviews)
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¥6,544
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2x1: Chichen Itza with Buffet & Catamaran to Isla Mujeres

#10Tulum Experience by land and sea, boat, beach club & snorkel

Explore Tulum by Land and…by boat! Discover this unique way of visiting Tulum, and relax in an amazing Beach Club. During the boat trip, you'll also h...

Duration 13h+ Free Cancellation
4.1 of 5 (40 reviews)
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¥8,725
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Tulum Experience by land and sea, boat, beach club & snorkel
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Guide to Exploring around Cancun

Acuario Interactivo (Interactive Aquarium)

Swim with sharks, kiss a sea lion and hand-feed, or dive in with, a pod of dolphins at one of Mexico’s premier aquariums. 

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Aquaworld

Swim with wild dolphins, dive Cancun’s best sites or spend the day deep-sea fishing with the people who know the best locations on the coast.

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El Rey Ruins (Zona Arqueologica El Rey)

Visit the iguanas that now inhabit the spectacular ruins of this ancient Mayan city right in the heart of Cancun’s hotel district.

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El Meco Archaeological Site

Visit one of the pyramids for which the Mayans are famous at this carefully cared for archaeological site.

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Playa Langosta

Take the kids for a swim or eat the local cuisine while you relax on the sandy shores of this picturesque beach.

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Playa Tortuga

Cancun’s best all-round beach serves up excellent swimming, diving and local entertainment.

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Maya Cancun Museum

Discover the ancient history and culture of Cancun’s traditional inhabitants at this state-of-the-art museum.

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Playa Delfines

Catch some waves or just escape the crowds at this peaceful beach that's long been a firm favorite with locals.

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Playa Linda

Watch fishermen unload their catches at the marina, mingle with locals or just watch the ferries come and go; downtown Cancun’s closest beach buzzes with activity.

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Isla Mujeres

Swim with dolphins, snorkel in gorgeous turquoise water, visit a Mayan ruin and feast on mouthwatering plates of seafood during a getaway on this island. 

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Garrafon Natural Reef Park

Fly above the jungle on a zip-wire, kayak through the turquoise Caribbean waters before kicking back in a hammock with a cocktail – all on Cancun’s doorstep.

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Where to stay in Cancun

Isla Mujeres

This small, peaceful island is packed with some of Mexico’s most pristine beaches and jungle, and is home to one of Cancun’s more traditional communities. 

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Puerto Morelos

A sleepy Caribbean village that delights with its unspoiled natural beauty, an extensive coral reef system and a dense mangrove jungle.

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Playa Mujeres

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Playa Mujeres. Make a stop by Mujeres Beach or Playa Mujeres Golf Club while you're exploring the area.

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Zona Hotelera

Relax on white-sand beaches or poolside at luxury hotels, dive at an underwater museum, swim with dolphins and visit archaeological ruins.

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Costa Mujeres

Named for the idols of goddesses found on a nearby island, this coastal village near Cancun is the perfect spot for a beach vacation.

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Downtown Cancun

Downtown Cancun is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Las Americas Cancun Mall and Market 28.

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