Cancun Attractions
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Chichen Itza
One of the Seven Wonders of the World, Chichen Itza - meaning "At the mouth of the well of the Itza" - is Mexico's most visited archeological site, a magnificent display of Mayan culture and ... Read more
Isla Mujeres
Just off the coast of tourist-laden Cancun, Isla Mujeres is a small island, only 5 miles long (8 kilometers), with fantastic beaches, shopping, and restaurants. Named after the Mayan goddess of ... Read more
El Rey Ruins (Las Ruinas del Rey)
The El Rey Ruins (or Las Ruinas del Rey) are a spectacular archeological site in Cancun's Hotel Zone, with 47 structures estimated to have been inhabited by the Mayans as early as 900 AD. There are ... Read more
Xpu-Ha Eco-Park
The newest Eco-park in Cancun, Xpu-Ha is all-inclusive with snorkel gear, catamaran rides, and kayaking near some of the best beaches and lagoons for snorkeling. The park's 10 acres (4 hectares) ... Read more
Centro Ecologico Sian Ka'an
The Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve is a UNESCO World Heritage site that encompasses numerous habitats. The variety of flora and fauna in Sian Ka'an is astounding, and the site is known to include 23 ... Read more
Playa del Carmen
A resort-city just outside of Cancun, Playa del Carmen is the center of the region known as the Riviera Maya. Playa del Carmen prides itself on its reputation and charm as a fishing village and ... Read more
Cancun Interactive Aquarium
The Cancun Interactive Aquarium is one of Cancun’s top family-friendly attractions. Conveniently located along Boulevard Kukulcán at Plaza La Isla in the heart of Cancun’s hotel zone, the Cancun ... Read more
Cave of the Sleeping Sharks
Just 30 minutes off the coast of Cancun near Isla Mujeres lies a popular diving destination called Cave of the Sleeping Sharks, which has baffled marine biologists everywhere. Sharks must constantly ... Read more
Nohoch Nah Chich
Mayan for "Giant Bird Cage", Nohoch Nah Chich is an accessible cenote, a series of underwater caves, popular for diving day trips from Cancun and Playa del Carmen. The Nohoch Nah Chich ... Read more
