Resort, Sandy beach, Archaeological site

Tulum is one of the most interesting places in the whole of the Riviera Maya. It offers Mayan ruins, cenotes, nature reserves and some of the most beautiful beaches in the area. You can find detailed information in our separate guide to Tulum: What to see in Tulum Beaches, excursions and activities Where to stay and hotel tips Weather and the best time to visit How to get to Tulum Getting around Tulum One day is enough for a quick…

Resort, Sandy beach

Playa del Carmen is the most convenient base from which to explore the whole of the Riviera Maya. It offers a wide selection of hotels and restaurants, direct buses from Cancún Airport, ferries to Cozumel and easy day trips to cenotes, theme parks and Mayan cities. However, Playa del Carmen itself is not the most beautiful beach resort in the area. The town centre is busy and touristy, and the local beaches tend to be narrower than those in…

Archaeological site

Cobá is one of the most fascinating Mayan archaeological sites on the Yucatán Peninsula. Unlike the famous Chichén Itzá or coastal Tulum, here you’ll be walking through dense tropical jungle, which gives the whole place a completely different atmosphere. For centuries, the city was one of the most important centres of Mayan civilisation and, at the height of its prosperity, probably had a population of up to 50,000. Dozens of temples, pyramids…

Amusement park, Hotel, For kids

Xcaret is a vast natural and cultural park combining underground rivers, wildlife, Mexican history, swimming and evening shows. It will appeal most to families and visitors who want to experience many different aspects of Mexico in a single day. Ideal length of visit: a full day, from opening time until the end of the evening show Xcaret at a glance Main reason to visit: the underground rivers and the Xcaret México Espectacular evening…

Resort, Sandy beach, For kids

Puerto Aventuras is a peaceful resort with a marina, beaches, hotels, apartments and a golf course. It is not an authentic Mexican town, but a secure residential and tourist complex. The tourist area lies between the sea and the main road, number 307. On the opposite side of the road is a normal residential village of the same name, which most tourists do not visit. We recommend Puerto Aventuras primarily as a peaceful base for accommodation…

Resort, Sandy beach

Puerto Morelos is a small coastal town between Cancún and Playa del Carmen. Compared to the two better-known resorts, it has a more peaceful atmosphere, low-rise buildings, pleasant restaurants and one of the most easily accessible coral reefs in the whole of the Riviera Maya. Don’t come here for the sights or the nightlife. The main reasons to visit are the snorkelling, the peaceful atmosphere and trips to the cenotes. Choose Puerto Morelos…

Cave

Río Secreto is a protected system of underground rivers and caves, which you will walk through and, in part, swim through during a guided tour. It is one of the most fascinating natural experiences on the Riviera Maya, but it is not suitable for everyone. Ideal duration of visit: 3.5 hours; including transport, approximately half a day Río Secreto at a glance Main reason to visit: swimming and walking through a real underground cave …