Best Things To Do in Cancun, Mexico

  1. Coco Bongo

    4.2 (803 Votes)
    Coco Bongo

    Club, Entertainment, Performance, Nightclub

    Coco Bongo is the most happening club in the town. Well known for its grand shows and lively music, this club is the epitome of fun in Punta Cana. Hugely popular and always crowded, the disco hosts some entertaining performances that add to the glory of the night. Once you’re inside, you will forget the world that you’ve left outside and slip into a trance because of the electrifyin...Read more
  2. The Tequila Herradura Sensory Museum

    Museum

    Located in the renowned Cancun Hotel Zone, The Tequila Herradura Sensory Museum exhibits one of the most important Mexican traditions: Tequila. A unique form of museum in itself, it features both the history and legacy of the Hacienda San Jose del Refugio in the town of Amatitan which is further known to be the place where this exquisite liquor was born. This museum was set up with an aim to pr...Read more
  3. Tres Rios Ecopark

    Wildlife Park, Nature, Resort, Scuba

    Situated at a distance of 10 minutes from the south of Playa del Carmen, Tres Rios Park is a popular daytrip from Cancun. A tour to this place will allow the visitors an opportunity to explore the nature in this tropical reserve. In addition to nature trails and wildlife, the park also offers scuba diving. A combination of a luxury resort and a nature park, this place is home to 120 species of ...Read more
  4. Playa Linda

    Beach, Walking Area, Water Sport

    Considered to be one of Cancun’s finest beaches, a visit to Playa Linda is on the list of many who wish to explore the pristine side of the city. This beach is perfect for people who enjoy taking a stroll along the sides of sea. However, there is something more to this beach. It is situated at El Embarcadero, the launch site of the Pirate Galleon Cruise ships. From here, you’ll find...Read more
  5. Scorpion's Temple

    4.4 (233 Votes)
    Scorpion's Temple

    Religious Site, Temple, Sculpture

    Locally known as the Templo del Alacran, this temple is located on the highest point in Cancun at the Park Royal Cancun Resort. This temple got its name from the remains of scorpion sculpture that you can still see on its walls. Although this archeological site is surrounded by the towering hotels, it is still a beautiful reminder of the lost glory of earlier Mayan days. The Mayan civilization...Read more
  6. Museo Iconografico De La Carrera Panamericana

    Museum, Specialty Museum

    Devoted to the display of classic cars, this museum was built with an aim to project knowledge and working of the history of car as a transport around the world. Its iconographic area includes about 2500 photographs of the participants of the race Original and "new" Panamericana 1988 until the present time among other assets. This museum also has a video collection that includes library of ove...Read more
  7. San Miguelito Beach

    Beach, Water Sport

    Cancun is known for its Caribbean beaches that offer you ultimate beauty and recreation. Playa San Migeulito might not be a well known beach but is a beautiful stretch of sand that boasts of seclusion and peaceful waters. What makes this beach an important one is that it offers calm waves that are suitable for children to swim in. Apart from that, this beach also nestles a little archeological...Read more
  8. Flea Market Coral Negro

    4.1 (179 Votes)
    Flea Market Coral Negro

    Flea Market, Market, Shopping Center

    Want to explore Cancun like an insider? Visit the Coral Negro Flea market that is located across the street from Forum by the Sea in the Party Center. This flea is famous for offering everything from the obligatory souvenir Cancun t-shirts, brightly painted pottery, silver jewellery, and traditional Mexican clothing to tattoos (both real and temporary), and even body piercing. You are expected...Read more
  9. Ka 'yok' Planetario De Cancun

    Museum, Observatory, Planetarium , Archaeological Site

    Although termed as a planetarium, this place is much more than that. It has actually a Water Museum, an auditorium and observatory. Keeping in view the importance of the Mayan civilization to Cancun, this planetarium invites you to visit the archaeological sites of the region. Moreover, you can also enjoy many astronomical and scientific projections that keep on taking place here. Me...Read more
  10. Playa Ballenas

    Beach, Water Sport, Nature

    Playa Las Ballenas is the westernmost of the three beaches at the town of Las Terrenas. Being the quietest of them all, Ballenas is the nicest stretch in town perfect for taking long stroll. Moderately-priced hotels across the street provide chaises to their guests, and the Hotel Playa Colibri runs a little beach bar. Kayaking and sailing on HobyCats are popular here. This beach is named for t...Read more
  11. Dubai Palace Casino

    4.2 (192 Votes)
    Dubai Palace Casino

    Casino, Entertainment, Games

    Opened in 2010, the Dubai Palace Casino is located again on Ave Tulum heading out of town towards the airport and has become one of the attractions of Cancun. Occupying 100,000 square feet, the Dubai Palace is Cancun's largest casino and is home to over 450 slot machines featuring familiar brands such as Williams, Nova Star and Bally. Its VIP room is equipped with various computerized games su...Read more
  12. Iglesia Adventista Del Septimo Dia

    Church, Religious Site

    For those of you who are looking for some quiet spiritual retreat in Cancun should head to the Iglesia Adventista del Septimo Dia. Translated as the Seventh Day Adventist Church, it holds a lot of spiritual events throughout the year in which you can also participate. Known for disseminating evangelism, visiting this church can be a good idea to seek the Christian emblems of faith and to escap...Read more
  13. Playa Marlin

    4.6 (156 Votes)
    Playa Marlin

    Beach, Snorkeling

    Marlin Beach is a seductive stretch of sand in the heart of the Zona Hotelera in Cancun. Although this beach has turquoise waters and silky sands, yet you should expect strong waves and dangerous currents here. If this beach is crowded, you can walk in either direction to find quieter spots. There's also a small tent where you can rent boogie boards, snorkel gear, and motorized sports equipmen...Read more
  14. Cancun International Airport

    3.6 (14447 Votes)
    Cancun International Airport Image
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    Cancun International Airport (IATA: CUN, ICAO: MMUN) is an international airport located in Cancun, Quintana Roo, Mexico. It is the second busiest airport in Mexico, after Mexico City International Airport, and the busiest airport in the Yucatán Peninsula. The airport serves as a hub for the Mexican low-cost carrier Volaris and as a focus city for Aeroméxico, Interjet, and VivaAerobus.The air...Read more
  15. Nichupte Lagoon Image
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    Outdoors

    The Nichupte Lagoon sprawling over 3000 acres along the narrow stretch of Cancun East Coast, is one of the most picturesque natural paradise boasting of a plethora of fauna in its mangrove ecosystem. Nichupte Lagoon comprises of seven lakes including the Laguna Ciega, San Jose and Laguna Del Amor and two channels namely Nizuc and Siegfried that are perfect for enjoying swimming, fishing, kayaki...Read more
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  • I am from Vietnam and want to travel to Cancun, Mexico. Do I need a Visa to enter Mexico?

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  • is there a beautifully-landscaped square near the waterfront in downtown Cancun?

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    • As far as I know, Parque Las Palapas located in Downtown is one of the main parks. The square in which this park is established has turned into a bustling area as it has rides for kids, places to eat, and shops where you can buy souvenirs. 

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