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Cancún, Mexico

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When to visit

VERY BUSYJan25°4d rainBEST
VERY BUSYFeb25°3d rainBEST
VERY BUSYMar26°3d rainBEST
VERY BUSYApr27°4d rainBEST
MODERATEMay28°10d rain
BUSYJun29°12d rain
VERY BUSYJul29°12d rain
BUSYAug29°13d rain
NOT BUSYSep29°15d rain
NOT BUSYOct28°14d rain
MODERATENov27°8d rain
VERY BUSYDec25°6d rainBEST

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Atracciones en Cancún, Mexico

Museo Maya de Cancún

1. Museo Maya de Cancún

4.5 (7,675)
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Isla Mujeres

2. Isla Mujeres

4.7 (4,169)
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Parque Las Palapas

3. Parque Las Palapas

4.4 (33,464)
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Mercado 28

4. Mercado 28

4.2 (57,942)
MarketAtracción turísticaMexican RestaurantRestaurantFood

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Punta Nizuc

5. Punta Nizuc

4.6 (2,641)
HotelMassage SpaResort HotelSpaLodging

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Laguna Nichupté

6. Laguna Nichupté

4.6 (63)
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Playa Tortugas

7. Playa Tortugas

4.4 (714)
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Things to Do in Cancún, Mexico

Popular activities and local experiences recommended by travelers

Playa Delfines

Zona Arqueológica El Rey

Museo Subacuático de Arte (MUSA)

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Traditional Sweet Dishes

Marquesitas

Marquesitas

A crisp rolled crepe filled with sweet cheese and cajeta or chocolate, they originated in Yucatán and are a beloved street dessert in Cancún, served warm and crunchy.

Dulce de papaya con queso

Dulce de papaya con queso

Candied green papaya simmered in syrup and served with salty soft cheese, this sweet-and-salty pairing is a classic Yucatanecan dessert often found in Cancún's markets.

Cocadas

Cocadas

Chewy or toasted coconut sweets common along Mexico's Caribbean coast, cocadas celebrate the region's abundant coconuts and are a popular seaside treat in Cancún.

Traditional Savory Dishes

Cochinita pibil

Cochinita pibil

Slow-roasted marinated pork traditionally cooked in banana leaves and achiote, cochinita pibil is a signature dish from the Yucatán peninsula and a must-try near Cancún.

Sopa de lima

Sopa de lima

A citrusy chicken or turkey broth flavored with local lima lime and fried tortilla strips, sopa de lima is a bright, comforting staple of Yucatecan cuisine served widely in Cancún.

Ceviche

Ceviche

Fresh local fish or shrimp cured in lime juice with onion, tomato, and cilantro, ceviche highlights Cancún's coastal seafood and is served at beachside stands and restaurants.

Traditional Beverages

Xtabentún

Xtabentún

A unique Mayan liqueur made from fermented honey and anise, often traced to ancient ceremonial drinks and now enjoyed in Cancún as a sweet local spirit.

Agua de Jamaica

Agua de Jamaica

A tart, ruby-red hibiscus infusion served chilled, agua de Jamaica is a ubiquitous and refreshing agua fresca sold across Cancún's markets and eateries.

Horchata

Horchata

A creamy rice-based agua fresca flavored with cinnamon and vanilla, horchata is a popular cooling drink that pairs well with spicy Yucatecan food in Cancún.

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Day trips

Isla Mujeres

13 km 20-30 min ferry from Cancún

Laid-back island with beaches and snorkeling

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Tulum

130 km 1.5-2h by car or bus

Coastal Mayan ruins and beaches

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Chichén Itzá

200 km 2-2.5h by car or bus

Iconic Mayan pyramid, UNESCO site

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Playa del Carmen

68 km 1-1.25h by car or bus

Vibrant beach town, dining and shops

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Cozumel

70 km 2h by bus and ferry

World-class diving and island vibe

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Getting there

Train stations

No regular passenger rail service

N/A; Tren Maya planned to connect Cancún in the future

Use ADO buses or authorized airport shuttles to the hotel zone; prebook transfers during peak season.

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Información útil para Cancún, Mexico

Lugares populares para comprarLa Isla Shopping Village, Market 28, Plaza Las Américas
Lugares populares para la vida nocturnaCoco Bongo, The City, Mandala
Restaurantes casuales popularesEl Fish Fritanga, Los de Pescado, La Habichuela
Restaurantes elegantes popularesLorenzillo's, Harry's, Porfirio's
Cafeterías popularesCafé Nader, Café Antoinette
Agua del grifo segura para beberNo
Visa de nómada digitalNo
Mejor app de taxiUber, DiDi, Local taxi companies
Precio taxi / km$1.5
Turistas / año6000000
Población888000
Velocidad de internet móvil40 Mbps
Porcentaje de desempleo3.5 %
Porcentaje de pobreza40 %
Ingreso promedio / mes$750
Costo de vida promedio / mes$1000
Precio hotel / noche desde$40
Precio cerveza desde$2
Precio café desde$2.5
Precio comida callejera desde$2
Precio comida en restaurante desde$10
Moneda localMexican Peso (MXN)
Tipos de enchufes disponiblesA, B
ReligionesRoman Catholic, Protestant, Other
Idiomas habladosSpanish, English, Yucatec Maya
Grupos étnicosMestizo, Indigenous, European
Orientación políticacenter-left
Densidad de población1500 /km²
Área geográfica1978 km²
Desastres naturales posiblesHurricanes, Flooding, Earthquakes
Animales peligrososJellyfish, Mosquitoes, Crocodiles
Lugares populares para pasearHotel Zone beaches, Parque de las Palapas, Avenida Tulum
Transportes públicos popularesADO buses, Local buses, Colectivos
Aerolineas popularesAeromexico, Volaris, Interjet, American Airlines
Vacunas recomendadasRoutine vaccinations, Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Tetanus
Tipo de arquitecturaModern resort architecture, Mayan, Colonial
Consumo anual de cerveza por persona / litros60 l
Consumo anual de vino por persona / litros3 l
Cultura de propinas10-15% in restaurants, small tips for other services
Coworking / día$15
Airbnb / mes$1800
Alquiler 1 hab. / mes$700
Gimnasio / mes$35
Presupuesto diario (mochilero)$40
Presupuesto diario (gama media)$120

Resumen de Cancún, Mexico

Dominio del inglésMalo
Seguridad vialPromedio
Amigable con extranjerosBueno
Libertad de expresiónPromedio
Transporte públicoPromedio
Atención médicaPromedio
Calidad educativaPromedio
Confiabilidad de la red eléctricaPromedio
Seguridad contra crímenes violentosMalo
TransitabilidadPromedio
Vida nocturnaBueno
Escena gastronómicaBueno
LGBTQ+ friendlyBueno
Escena de startupsMalo
Nivel de ruidoBueno
LimpiezaPromedio
Acceso a la naturalezaBueno
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