Imagine a nice place where it is warm and the sun shines most of the time. On a beach with snow-white sand and crystal-clear waters. And then think of wonderful hotels and delicious restaurants. And spectacular nightclubs to party until dawn. Before going back to the beach.

Does that sound like a great holiday to you? Then you should definitely get to know Cancún. Because the city is quite famous for all these things.

Thanks to its almost perfect climate, the beauty of its nature and the good accessibility, Cancún is unrivaled. What was once a remote, tiny village giving home to barely 12 fisher families became one of the trendiest travel locations in Latin America. After all, here you will find also some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

In our Cancun travel advisory we have put together some interesting details for you.

Cancún offers the visitor the best of different worlds: Caribbean and Mexico; Present and past; Adventure and recreation. The range of cultural and natural treasures, activities and luxury awaiting the discerning tourist is unique.

Cancún is a modern Mexican city full of life. You will look in vain for a colonial downtown, Cancún was built only a few decades ago for tourism in the region. Dreamlike beaches, hotels for every budget, excellent restaurants and endless party make this place probably the most popular travel destination in Mexico.

Cancún is a very young city at only 10 m above sea Level, which was founded only in 1970 and was artificially designed for tourism due to well-thought-out planning. The City is located on the coast of the Caribbean Sea on the Yucatán Peninsula in the state of Quintana Roo in Mexico, at the northern end of a long stretch of coastline that is now marketed under the label Riviera Maya.

A very narrow headland off the coast was connected to the mainland with a small dam. The approximately 20 km long strip of land separates the 3,000 hectare large lagoon Nichupte from the Caribbean Sea.On the mainland, the town of Cancún was built, on the headland a 20 km long Hotel Zone. The hotels there have a view either on the Caribbean Sea or the lagoon.

In Cancún, there is really no need for a rental car. The city’s public transport is excellent and affordable around the clock. The bus between Cancun downtown and the hotel zone is particularly recommended. Taxis are the ideal solution for individual routes. The fare should be agreed with the driver before boarding.

The scenery of Cancún is rich in exotic flowers, such as the flame trees that adorn sidewalks and squares. When you walk around the city, a rich flower splendor in all colors awaits you at almost every corner, which makes the heart beat faster and awakens a real feeling of holiday.

The region also boasts a fascinating tropical fauna, from sea turtles to prehistoric iguanas. It may well happen that you fall asleep on the snow-white beach and when you wake up, you discover that one of those giant lizards takes a sunbath right next to you.

The beaches of Cancún are miles long and covered by snow-white coral sand, which does not heat up strongly even in the midday sun and allows walking without shoes at all times. On one side, there is the Caribbean Sea with clear turquoise waters – and on the other is the dense green of tropical vegetation. What more can you desire?

Restaurants, shops and entertainment can be found both in the Hotel Zone and in the very lively center of town. The Hotel Zone is more expensive than the center of Cancún. The offer usually has very good international standard, but also the typical Mexican insider tips are represented, which are usually more likely to be visited by locals.

Avenida Tulum is home to shops and the Market Mercado 23 where a wide selection of souvenirs is offered and suitable gifts can certainly be found for those at home. The Mercado 28 in another part of town also offers souvenirs, and those looking for authentic and cheap Mexican food will certainly find what they are looking for.

Avenida Yaxchilan offers a good range of Mexican family restaurants, and lovers of the Street Food culture will get enthusiastic about traditional dishes as Tamales, Salbutes, Cochinita Pibil, Barbacoa, Atole and tropical fruits from the region.

Of course, there is also a wide range of hotels in the City of Cancún. These are usually smaller, simpler and cheaper than the accommodation in the Hotel Zone. But of course they don’t have direct access to the beach. This is not really a problem, however, as the long beaches of the Hotel Zone can easily abe reached by public bus.

In Cancún, the best way to get around is by bus, there is a very good connection between the center of town and the Hotel Zone. Taxis are also a good choice, but rather within the city, as prices from the center to the Hotel Zone are significantly more expensive than the bus, which operates at short intervals.

The Hotel Zone of Cancún is located on the 20 km long headland that separates the lagoon from the Caribbean Sea. This headland really is not very wide, just one street fits on it, with hotels, restaurants and shopping malls on both sides. On the eastern side, the turquoise waters of the Caribbean is sparkling in the sun, on the west side the dark waters of the lagoon and the lush green of the tropical jungle are refreshing the surrounding.

The hotels in the Hotel Zone of Cancún are mostly large and magnificent. They are probably more in line with American tastes than the preferences of European tourists. Tourism staff enjoy the best education in the world, reflected in hotel chains, which include both cheaper options such as Best Western and Holiday Inn, and large luxury assets such as the Ritz-Carlton and the Hilton.

Don’t try to explore the Hotel Zone of Cancún by foot. It is 20 km long, and normally there is a temperature of about 30 ° Celsius and a humidity of about 90 %. Rather rely on the buses and cabs to take you to your destination!

Mexican Cuisine is Mexico’s gift to the gorld, and Mexicans take cooking very seriously. Many Hotels in Cancún offer a first-class all-inclusive service – but you shouldn’t miss out on tasting yourself through the many wonderful restaurants in town.

In Cancún there is not only Mexican Cuisine, there is also everything else your heart desires: Fusion, Gourmet cuisine, French, Italian, American, Argentine, Brazilian, Japanese, Mediterranean, Greek, vegan and vegetarian Cuisine And much more.

Many Restaurants offer live music and are lovingly decorated. Be inspired by breathtaking sunsets, mysterious candlelit gardens or elegant avant-garde locations. And if you have the Mariachis singing a serenade during dinner, this evening will surely be remembered for a long time to come.

With that much of a choice when it comes to restaurants in Cancun, maybe you are not sure where to get startet. Therefore we have prepared a short guide to some great restaurants in order to help you dive into the culinary delights of town. Here are some restaurant suggestions in Cancún for you!

Cancún is the Mecca of party cities on this planet. At Night, the Caribbean resort transforms into a sea of bright lights and music, and the streets and clubs fill up with cheerful people.

No matter what music you prefer … from Disco, Rock, Techno, House to Jazz and Salsa, everything is on offer, and dancing to sunrise is on the daily agenda. Trendy DJs, life music, performances and events provide fun and entertainment.

Many clubs work with “Open Bar” and the often not very cheap entrance fee includes free drinks in great profusion. VIP packages or club hopping deals broaden the offer. Making a choice can be a real challenge.

For those who like their evening program a bit more quiet and with a touch of culture, many hotels offer not only live music in the lobby but also evening folklore shows that resonate with colorful Mexican Costumes, lasso swinging Charros (Mexican Cowboys) and Native American Dancers in traditional costumes that give insight into Mexico’s colorful and diverse History. Whatever you choose, the evenings in Cancún will surely leave lasting memories.

Of course, Cancún is all about the beach – if it is not about nightlife. If you like to relax on a white sandy beach of well-celebrated nights and swim in the crystal clear turquoise Caribbean Sea, you will definitely soon feel like you are in paradise on the Cancun beaches. Many hotels and beach clubs also offer high-quality wellness services such as Yoga or massages on the beach.

Cancún won’t disappoint Sports Enthusiasts either. Five large golf courses, wonderful coral reefs for snorkeling and deep-sea diving, fishing and round trips through the primeval forests are just some of the adventures that await you here.

In the region around Cancún there are several unique adventure parks, which have received numerous international awards and will leave unforgettable memories. The prices are often not quite cheap, but the investment is always worthwhile.

A day in Xcaret can amaze all visitors, and if you want to explore the water world with a diving mask and snorkel, the lagoon of Xel-Há offers you a unique experience. For action junkies, a day in Xplor or the expierences in Xavage are a worthwhile adventure. And for a romantic occasion or just a fun evening with friends, you’re in good hands in Xoximilco.

You can also spend an exciting day visiting the other places of the Riviera Maya: Playa del Carmen, Puerto Morelos, Akumal or Tulum are very worth a day trip and can easily be reached by bus. The nearby islands of Cozumel and Isla Mujeres are small but particularly worth seeing.

If you want to get around a little further, you should include the city of Mérida in Yucatán in your planning. Valladolid and the Biosphere Reserves of Río Lagartos and Sian Kaán are also absolutely unique. And a visit to some of the numerous Cenotes in the region may also leave a deep impression.

Then, of course, there are the numerous ancient cities of the Maya, which let you breathe the air of bygone times. Particularly well known and impressive and relatively easy to reach from Cancún are the sites of Tulum that are located right by the sea, Chichén Itzá, Cobá and Ek Balam. There are countless other places that deserve a visit – it’s just a matter of time and travel planning.

Do you want to get into more detail? Then our article about 40 Fun activities in Cancun might be just what you are looking for.

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