Cancun
Mexico
Caribbean beaches, Mayan ruins, and all-inclusive paradise
About Cancun
Cancun combines powdery white beaches and turquoise Caribbean water with ancient Mayan history and a buzzing nightlife. Beyond the Hotel Zone, you'll find the underwater museum, cenotes for swimming, and the ruins of Chichén Itzá within day-trip distance.
Quick Facts
Best Time
December – April
Language
Spanish
Currency
MXN ($)
Timezone
EST (UTC-5)
Avg Budget
$80–150/day
Top Things to Do
6 must-see experiences in Cancun
Hotel Zone Beaches
Miles of white sand and turquoise water along a narrow island strip
Chichén Itzá
One of the New Seven Wonders — Mayan pyramid and ancient city
Cenotes
Swim in mystical underground limestone sinkholes sacred to the Maya
Isla Mujeres
Laid-back island with snorkeling, golf carts, and stunning Playa Norte
MUSA Underwater Museum
Snorkel or dive among 500+ submerged sculptures
Tulum Ruins
Clifftop Mayan ruins overlooking a pristine Caribbean beach
3-Day Sample Itinerary
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Day 1: Beach & Island
- Morning at the Hotel Zone beach
- Ferry to Isla Mujeres
- Snorkeling and Playa Norte
- Sunset dinner back in Cancun
Day 2: Cenotes & Culture
- Swim in a cenote (Ik Kil or Suytun)
- Visit Chichén Itzá
- Traditional Yucatecan lunch
- Evening at Downtown Cancun
Day 3: Tulum & Fun
- Day trip to Tulum ruins
- Beach time below the ruins
- Cenote swim at Gran Cenote
- Farewell dinner and nightlife in the Hotel Zone
Travel Tips for Cancun
ADO buses are comfortable and cheap for Chichén Itzá and Tulum day trips.
Avoid the hurricane season (August–October). December–April is ideal.
Drink bottled water only. Be cautious with ice in drinks outside resorts.
Use pesos instead of USD for better prices at local restaurants and shops.
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