1. The Beaches of Cancun.

With the beautiful turquoise blue and white sand of the Caribbean Sea, all the beaches are photogenic in Cancun. Go to Playa Delfines to relax, Playa Tortugas or Playa Ballenas to do water sports or stay at Playa Las Perlas with all its amenities. In Cancun there is a beach for every taste.

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Cancun beach DC. Photo by Milton Correa.

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2. Holbox.

Access to Isla Holbox is not easy, but it's worth it (How to get to Holbox). Holbox still retains that charm of looking like a small fishing village, but its tranquility, purity and beauty are already seen little in the Mexican Caribbean. Also, this is the house of the whale shark.

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Isla Holbox DC. Photo by Vincent Stefan.

 

 

 

3. The hotel zone.

The hotel zone is the tourist center of Cancun, here you can find the biggest and most famous hotels, such as the Hyatt Zilara, Secrets The Vine, the Hard Rock Hotel, Barcelo Costa Cancun, among others; as well as most nightclubs. A night of partying in Coco Bongo, Mandalas or The city you will remember for a long time.

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Aerial view of the hotel zone. DC. Photo of PriceTravel.

 

 

 

4. Playa del Carmen and Tulum.

Playa del Carmen is the main destination of the Riviera Maya. If you want to escape an afternoon or a night, Playa is a good option, its Fifth Avenue is great to relax and go shopping, and the gastronomic offer is first class. For its part, Tulum has some of the most beautiful beaches in the Riviera Maya and the extraordinary Ruins of Tulum.

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Archaeological ruins of Tulum. Photograph by RivieraMaya.mx.

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Recommended: 10 Places to visit from Playa del Carmen.

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5. The King, archaeological site.

The King is a small Mayan archaeological site that goes unnoticed by most visitors. But if you are interested in the Mayan culture or you like pre-Hispanic history as much as I do, you enjoy walking among its buildings in peace. In addition, El Rey is located within the hotel zone, so it will not be difficult for you to get there.

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The King, archaeological zone. Photo by Xe3osc.

 

6. Isla Mujeres.

Isla Mujeres is located just 6 km from Cancun on Ferry. Isla Mujeres is a destination in itself and has a large amount of tourist offer. One must-see is Playa Norte, one of the most beautiful beaches in the Mexican Caribbean.

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North Beach, Isla Mujeres. DC. Photo by i_amici.

 

 

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7. Xcaret.

Xcaret is the most famous theme park in Mexico, an authentic paradise with a sample of the Mexican culture and water activities of all. The park is not cheap, but it's worth it. Check our guide 10 things that you can not miss in Xcaret so you can get the most out of your visit.

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Site: xcaretexperiencias.com

 

 

8. Underwater Art Museum.

In 2009, 500 life-size sculptures made by artists from different countries were submerged in Punta Nizuc, the result is a landscape that combines the beauty of art and nature. There are 3 ways to visit it: A glass bottom boat, snorkeling and clear, diving.

 

Site oficial: musamexico.org

 

 

9. Chichén Itzá.

Named one of the new 7 wonders of the world and World Heritage, Chichen Itza, is a must stop. Chichen Itza is located 188 km from Cancun and there are several ways to visit it: By public, private or on a tour organized as Xichen Xperiences Xcaret. Among the many attractions of Chichén Itzá is the imposing Kukulkan Castle, the Sacred Cenote, the Mayan observatory and the ball game.

Chichen Itza Photo of RivieraMaya.mx.

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10. Laguna Nichupte.

Between the hotel zone and the city of Cancun is the Nichupte Lagoon. This small oasis in the middle of the tourist developments is full of life: Mangroves, crocodiles, white turtles, leopard frogs, iguanas and a myriad of native flora and fauna are some of its attractions. The most common way to tour it is through organized tours. If you like adventure, here you can try the flyboard.

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Nichupte Lagoon Photo of TA.