Are you on the lookout for the perfect holiday? We guarantee that Cancun is the getaway you’ve been looking for. Here you can immerse yourself in incredible food, a breathtaking culture, and pumping nightlife.
Oh, and did we forget to mention the beaches? Cancun is home to beautiful white sand beaches, bordered by the sparkling Caribbean Sea.
The capital of Mexico is an incredible stay for family, solo travelers, romantic travelers, or even a getaway with friends. To help you plan your trip, here are our top things to do in Cancun.
Visit The Ruins Of El Rey
For those of you who are excited to get in touch with the ancient cultures of Mexico, this is an absolute must-do.
Found in downtown Cancun, the El Rey ruins are home to 47 sites as well as a colony of iguanas. It’s not the biggest archaeological site of Mayan ruins in Mexico, but it’s easily reachable and breathtaking all the same.
Catch Some Sun At Playa Defines
We recommend this to everyone visiting Cancun. You can’t have a beach holiday without actually going to the beach.
Take a dip in the sparkling turquoise waves or munch on some flavor-bursting tacos on the beach. The most important thing is to take the time to enjoy Playa Defines for an entire day. Of course, there are many different beaches throughout Cancun. Playa Defines is simply the biggest and has such incredible energy.
Swim In The Underwater Museum
Sitting between Cancun and Isla Mujeres is the Musa Underwater Museum of Art. Here you’ll find more than 500 life-size sculptures and art pieces in an underwater installation. We find it particularly magical as these sculptures become a modern-day reef and are home to a splendid array of marine life.
Dance At Coco Bongo
If you are a bit of a night owl and are looking for the best place to let loose and go dance, we suggest a night at Coco Bongo.
Coco Bongo is one of the most popular night spots in Cancun. Hosting acrobats, light shows, gogo dancers and so much more, it will keep you up through the night and leave you with memories for a lifetime.
A Day Trip To Tulum
An hour and a half south of Cancun, Tulum is host to so much beauty and sights. We suggest putting your walking shoes on and taking a stroll through this beautiful destination. And don’t forget to pack your swimming gear, you’ll get plenty of opportunity to take a dip with the underwater wildlife.
Make A Turn At Downtown Cancun
If you are on the lookout for authentic Mexican food and culture, you cannot skip downtown Cancun.
Filled with markets, restaurants, shops, nightlife, bars, etc., downtown Cancun will have you walking for hours and taking in the sights and delicious smells. You can do all your souvenir shopping here for a quarter of the price at other tourist destinations. Plus, make sure to stop at some local Taquerias (local taco restaurants).
Time To Kayak
Just outside of downtown Cancun, you will find Nichupte Lagoon. This spectacular nature reserve is home to mangrove forests and seven lakes that you can kayak through.
We suggest hopping into a kayak and slowly making your way through the forest. It gives you a moment in time to experience the raw natural beauty of Mexico.
If you don’t feel like kayaking, there are plenty of other water activities you can do here instead.
Adventure In Cancun
For the ultimate holiday destination, you can’t go wrong with Cancun. It’s the perfect place to spend some days lazing on the beach and then party the night away. There are also plenty of activities and unique sites to see that will keep you busy during your stay.
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