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Explore the Spectacular Beaches of Cancun, Mexico

About Cancun, Mexico

Cancun, Mexico is a tropical paradise located on the Yucatan Peninsula. Known for its stunning beaches, turquoise waters, and vibrant nightlife, Cancun is a top travel destination for tourists from all over the world. Whether you're looking to relax on the beach, explore ancient Mayan ruins, or dance the night away, Cancun has something for everyone. Book your trip today and experience the beauty of Cancun for yourself!

Cancun, Mexico is a beautiful tourist destination located in the southeast region of the country. It is situated on the eastern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula bordering the Caribbean Sea. Cancun is one of the most popular beach destinations in the world and attracts millions of visitors every year.

Cancun is known for its white sandy beaches, crystal clear water, and vibrant nightlife. It is the perfect place for a relaxing vacation or a fun-filled adventure. Visitors can enjoy a variety of water sports such as swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, parasailing, and fishing. There are also several championship golf courses in the area for golf enthusiasts.

Those interested in history and culture will find plenty to explore in Cancun. The Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza and Tulum are located nearby and offer a glimpse into the ancient civilization that once inhabited the region. The Museo Maya de Cancun is also a great place to learn about the history and culture of the Mayan people.

Cancun is also renowned for its world-class resorts, restaurants, and shopping. Visitors can choose from a variety of accommodations ranging from budget-friendly to luxury resorts. The city is home to some of the best restaurants in Mexico, offering a wide range of cuisines to satisfy any palate. There are also plenty of shopping opportunities, from local markets to high-end boutiques.

Cancun is a destination that truly has something for everyone. Whether you're looking for relaxation, adventure, history, culture, or just some fun in the sun, Cancun is the perfect place to visit. With its stunning beaches, crystal clear water, and warm hospitality, it's no wonder why Cancun is one of the top tourist destinations in the world.

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Popular Stays in Cancun, Mexico

Explore some of the most affordable vacation packages and accommodation stays in Cancun, Mexico

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Park Royal Beach Cancun

Park Royal Beach Cancun has a privileged location in the hotel zone. Yamil Lu'um, an ancient Maya observation point, is accessible from the hotel. The resort has 310 guest rooms; comfort and spaciousness are part of the amenities. The Hotel features four restaurants, two snack bars, and four bars for the whole family to enjoy the best culinary experience. If you travel with children, our kids' club is the best place to ensure their fun. The resort has a main pool, a kid's pool with a water playground, and an adults-only pool with bar service. Its fitness center is ready if you like exercising and our spa offers the perfect treatments for your rest and renewal at Hotel. 100% smoke-free Hotel. The use of purified water dispensers is implemented in the hotel areas. Each room will be placed 1 container of water per person (over 12 years old), the use of plastic water bottles will be replaced.
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Cancun Bay All Inclusive Hotel

With breathtaking views of Mujeres Bay, Cancun Bay Resort features a beachfront pool and relaxation pool, tennis courts and a hot tub with a bar. It is located near several of Cancun's restaurants, shops and entertainment venues. Cancun International Airport is 20 minutes' drive away and Cancun's commercial area can be reached in 15 minutes by car. Each room and suite at the resort has a private balcony or terrace with views of the lagoon, garden or sea.
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Occidental Tucancun

With a stay at Occidental Tucancún All Inclusive in Cancun (Zona Hotelera), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Luxury Avenue Shopping Mall and Marlin Beach. This all-inclusive property is 0. 7 mi (1. 1 km) from La Isla Shopping Mall and 1. 8 mi (2. 8 km) from Aquaworld. Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 3 outdoor swimming pools, a health club, and an outdoor tennis court. This property also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. Make yourself at home in one of the 339 air-conditioned rooms featuring free minibar items and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers. This property is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. <p>Enjoy Mexican cuisine at México Lindo, one of the property's 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. When you are in need of a refreshing drink, visit the swim-up bar or one of 2 bars/lounges, or 3 poolside bars. </p>.
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Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancun All Inclusive

Situated on a long stretch of beach ideal for sunbathing and swimming, this comfortable hotel built in traditional Mexican architecture offers amazing views of the Caribbean Sea and Nichupte Lagoon. There are public transportation links only 50 m from the hotel. In the vicinity, there is a plethora of shops, restaurants, bars, pubs, cafés and a bustling nightlife. The airport is 15 km away, Playa del Carmen is 65 km away, whilst the Riviera Maya is 95 km from the hotel. We are advised by the ABC Medical Center in the prevention, hygiene, and disinfection protocols of our facilities. Upon check-in, we offer the Travel with Confidence assistance program, which offers medical coverage in case of accident or illness (including Covid-19). For more information on the program, visit https://www.posadas.com/viajaconconfianza
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The Westin Resort & Spa Cancun

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 4 outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor tennis court, and a sauna. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Grab a bite at Sea & Stones Restaurant, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-in, and express check-out. This hotel has 11 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite. Stay in one of 379 guestrooms featuring LED televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometer. West Coast of Isla Mujeres, Punta Cancun, and Punta Nizuc National Park - 0. 1 km / 0. 1 mi- Iberostar Cancun Golf Course - 1. 7 km / 1. 1 mi- El Rey Ruins - 2. 2 km / 1. 4 mi- El Rey Ruins Trailhead - 2. 2 km / 1. 4 mi- Delfines Beach - 2. 8 km / 1. 7 mi- Museo Maya Trailhead - 4 km / 2. 5 mi- Playa Coral - 4. 2 km / 2. 6 mi- Maya Museum of Cancun - 4. 3 km / 2. 7 mi- San Miguelito - 4. 6 km / 2. 9 mi- Oasis Arena - 4. 7 km / 2. 9 mi- Ventura Park Cancun - 4. 7 km / 2. 9 mi- Riviera Cancun Golf Resort - 5. 7 km / 3. 5 mi- Arrecife de Puerto Morelos National Park - 5. 8 km / 3. 6 mi- Aquaworld - 6. 2 km / 3. 9 mi- Ballenas Beach - 6. 3 km / 3. 9 mi. The nearest major airport is Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 11. 9 km / 7.
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Wyndham Grand Cancun All Inclusive Resort & Villas

On the East Coast of the Yucatan Peninsula on Cancun Islands 12 mile stretch of powdery white sands Wyndham Grand Cancún is located directly on the beach about halfway down on the Caribbean side of the Cancun Island. Wyndham Grandi is close to all activities yet removed from the hustle and bustle of Punta Cancun. Just 15 minutes from the Cancun International Airport we are within walking distance to water sports and the islands newest golf course.
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Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach All Inclusive

The luxury Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach Cancún- All Inclusive is located on a long stretch of beach on the Mexican Caribbean coast, ideal for sunbathing and swimming. The hotel lies in the tourist centre of Cancún, just a few minutes' walk from the town centre where guests will discover shops, boutiques, cafés, bars, restaurants and nightlife venues. All rooms have amazing sea views.
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Royal Solaris Cancun Resort All Inclusive

Enjoy your holidays ALL INCLUSIVE Royal Solaris Cancún is a magnificent all-inclusive family hotel with 300 rooms, overlooking the Nichupté lagoon or the Caribbean Sea, the complex has a peculiar pyramidal structure. Enjoy all the entertainment with daily activities and nightly shows. Children also have a special space to have fun in our Mini Club and in the Mini Water Park, supervised by our staff. Beachfront hotel All rooms have a minibar Unlimited food and drinks in a la carte and buffet consumption centers. snack area Pizza shop Three swimming pools and a wading pool Private marina with non-motorized water sports Outdoor Jacuzzis Hospitality room available for arrivals before 3 PM and departures after 11 AM. Weekly program of activities and night shows.

Things to do in Cancun, Mexico

Choose from a range of unique experiences and fun activities in Cancun, Mexico

Cancun Beach Photoshoot
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Cancun Beach Photoshoot

Explore Cancun beach in the company of a professional photographer— and capture special mementos from your vacation in Mexico with this completely customizable, private experience. After your trip, your guide will share 30 high-quality digital photos within five days. Make the most of your Cancun trip with a private photo shoot. This option is perfect for anniversaries, couples, engagements, proposals, families and solo travelers.
Isla Mujeres Photographer - Beach Photoshoot
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Isla Mujeres Photographer - Beach Photoshoot

We will explore the most attractive locations the beach Isla Mujeres accompanied by a professional photographer, posing for a series of high-end images. In addition to learning about this island you’ll leave with the perfect snapshots for sharing on social media and with friends and family back home. We will take amazing pictures with pro camera.
Cancun Seafood Lovers Tour
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Cancun Seafood Lovers Tour

Highlights: - Tour some of the best seafood spots in Cancun’s old town - Taste local specialties from fresh ceviche to stuffed jalapeno taco - Enjoy an in-depth look into the city’s food scene with a guide - A small-group tour for individual attention and a slower pace Fresh seafood is a staple of Mexican cuisine, and Cancun has a rich food culture that highlights this specialty. Take a deep dive into the city’s best examples with this seafood tour that takes in the top eateries to sample the city's edible seafood delights, tasty drinks and gourmet coffee. Learn about the local culinary history from your guide, and take in the old town. This small-group tour ensures plenty of personalized attention.All of our places that we carefully chose only serve fresh seafood caught that day. We recommend taking this tour early in your trip because you will want to return to these places throughout the rest of your time in Cancun.
Traditional Mezcal Tasting Private Experience Cancun/PDC/Tulum
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Traditional Mezcal Tasting Private Experience Cancun/PDC/Tulum

Experience the traditional drink of Mexico: Mezcal. You will be tasting different kinds of this drink, which you can combine with snack fruit and special salts. The experience includes snacks. Authentic Mexican Mezcal tasting experience with family-produced mezcals, snacks, chapulines (grasshoppers), wormsalt, and other delicious extras. In this experience, you will try five different mezcals as we explain the history behind making mezcals, explain the flavours, and explain everything you need to know about the agave plant and why mezcal is so different from many other alcohols. Join us for this unique experience that will delight your taste buds!
Rio Secreto Underground River Touhttps://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/07/75/31/95.jpgr
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Rio Secreto Underground River Tour with Crystal Caves

Journey into a cenote and marvel at ancient stalactites and stalagmites. As you wade through clear turquoise water, an expert guide explains the geological secrets and points out local flora and fauna. Back in the jungle, enjoy a buffet lunch with Mayan cuisine. Admission to Río Secreto Nature Reserve, WITHOUT TRANSPORTATION:** Explore the cenote and cave, then enjoy a buffet lunch featuring Mayan cuisine at your own pace. Río Secreto + Transport Includes admission and transportation to and from select Playa del Carmen hotels. Enjoy the cenote, cave, and buffet lunch without worrying about logistics. Río Secreto + PLUS: Enhance your adventure with a bike ride,, Rappel and Zip-Lines. Enjoy the cenote tour and a buffet lunch featuring Mayan cuisine. Río Secreto + Tulum:: Combine your visit with a guided tour of the Mayan city of Tulum, led by archaeological experts. Enjoy both natural wonders and historical treasures, plus a buffet lunch featuring Mayan cuisine.
Tulum Excursion
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Rio Secreto and Tulum Tour from Riviera Maya

Río Secreto is the new ecological inspiration of our region. It has recently been designated as one of Mexico’s most distinct and alluring nature reserves, and this unique destination is quickly becoming the pride of all Mexicans. Visitors often feel transformed by their journey deep inside Río Secreto. It’s a rare and exotic opportunity to admire the unequaled beauty of our beloved Mexico and Mother Earth
Explore the secret river at the Riviera Maya
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DISCOVER a Unique Secret River with Plus EXPERIENCE in Bike route & Rappel

An underground river of extraordinary natural beauty. This tour is a journey through a glass museum, whose formations tell the geological history of the earth, and certainly a transformative experience of life. Come and live a fantastic experience in one of the most incredible places in the Riviera Maya that begins the moment you arrive at the Nature Reserve. The tour will be approximately 15 minutes through a jungle path. You will discover an underground world where you will experience absolute silence, walk and swim for 90 minutes through a location of crystal clear waters. You will walk in an astonishing speleological formation of 600 meters between stalactites and stalagmites comprising this protected nature reserve. After the tour, you will be able to enjoy a light meal and you will have the opportunity to relax in this incredible natural habitat.
The gates of Xibalba open for you
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Playa del Carmen Amazing Secret River with Buffet and Drinks

Embark on an extraordinary journey into the mysterious Mayan underworld, guided by our experienced team through an adventure like no other. Located in the heart of the Riviera Maya, Rio Secreto boasts breathtaking caverns with a crystal-clear underground river adorned with stunning stalactites and stalagmites. As you delve into the dark caverns, you'll walk and swim among these natural wonders, immersing yourself in the magical world beneath the surface. To ensure your comfort and safety, we provide wetsuits, water shoes, and life jackets. Additionally, we offer a walking stick to help you navigate the river more securely, as the path is scattered with stones. This unique experience offers a glimpse into millions of years of natural history and promises an unforgettable adventure filled with awe and excitement. The Mayan underworld is waiting for you!

Why People Love Cancun, Mexico

See what people have to say about activities and accommodations in Cancun, Mexico

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Yeji_C
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Dec 2021
Cancun Beach Photoshoot
Cancun Beach Photoshoot
Cancun Beach Photoshoot
Cancun Beach Photoshoot
It was wonderful time with a very professional and kind photographer. He was very passionate and tried his best to make comfortable environment. You should definetely need to take photos with him if you ever think about visiting Cancun!!!
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Rachel_Q
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Jan 2024
Isla Mujeres Photographer - Beach Photoshoot
Isla Mujeres Photographer - Beach Photoshoot
Isla Mujeres Photographer - Beach Photoshoot
Isla Mujeres Photographer - Beach Photoshoot
I had an incredible time taking these family photos while on holiday over Christmas. Our photographer was professional, on time, and handled working with our moody teenagers like a champ! Would highly recommend this experience and would definitely do it again!
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Debbie_W
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May 2024
Isla Mujeres Photographer - Beach Photoshoot
Isla Mujeres Photographer - Beach Photoshoot
Isla Mujeres Photographer - Beach Photoshoot
Isla Mujeres Photographer - Beach Photoshoot
Our pictures turned out wonderful! Very natural and beautiful! Very professional pictures by a talented photographer! Thank you 😊

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cancun

What are the must-visit attractions in Cancun?

Cancun is famous for its beautiful beaches and crystal-clear waters, so a visit to Playa Delfines or Playa Norte is a must. You can also visit the Cancun Underwater Museum or take a day trip to the nearby Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza or Tulum.

What are some fun activities to do in Cancun?

Cancun is a great destination for adventure-seekers. You can go swimming with whale sharks, zip-lining through the jungle, or snorkeling in the world's second-largest coral reef system. You can also take a sunset sailboat tour or visit one of the many eco-parks, such as Xcaret or Xel-Ha.

What are some of the best resorts to stay at in Cancun?

There are many great resorts in Cancun, ranging from budget-friendly to luxury. Some of the top-rated resorts include the Hyatt Zilara Cancun, Le Blanc Spa Resort, and the Live Aqua Beach Resort Cancun. No matter your budget, you can find a resort that meets your needs.

What is the best time of year to visit Cancun?

The best time to visit Cancun is from December to April, when the weather is dry and the temperatures are comfortable. However, this is also peak tourist season, so expect large crowds and higher prices. If you're looking for a quieter time to visit, consider going in May, June, or November.

What is the local cuisine in Cancun?

Cancun is known for its fresh seafood and traditional Mexican cuisine. Some popular dishes include ceviche, tacos al pastor, and cochinita pibil. You can also find many international restaurants, ranging from Italian to Japanese.

What are some family-friendly activities in Cancun?

Cancun has many activities and attractions that are perfect for families. You can visit the Cancun Interactive Aquarium, take a dolphin swim, or visit the Xcaret or Xel-Ha eco-parks. You can also spend a day at one of the many beautiful beaches, such as Playa Delfines or Playa Norte.

What is the nightlife like in Cancun?

Cancun is famous for its nightlife, with many bars and nightclubs to choose from. Some of the top clubs include Coco Bongo, The City, and Mandala. You can also find many beach clubs, rooftop bars, and restaurants that offer live music and entertainment.

What is the transportation like in Cancun?

Cancun has a reliable bus system that runs 24/7 and is very affordable. Taxis are also available, but be sure to negotiate the price before getting in. If you're looking to explore outside of Cancun, you can rent a car or take a tour bus.

What are some of the best day trips from Cancun?

There are many great day trips you can take from Cancun. You can visit the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza, Tulum, or Coba. You can also take a day trip to Isla Mujeres, Cozumel, or Holbox. If you're looking for adventure, you can go swimming with whale sharks or zip-lining through the jungle.

What is the currency in Cancun?

The currency in Cancun is the Mexican peso. However, many places also accept US dollars. It's a good idea to have some pesos on hand for smaller purchases and to avoid high exchange fees.