Cancun is a lot of love that only beautiful beaches and turquoise waters, well, that really is the beautiful thing about Cancun, and although it is difficult to beat water activities, it really has a wide variety of things to see and do, here we put only some options of them, some very famous and others not so much but we think it is worth discovering.
What is the weather in Cancun?
Cancun has an average temperature of between 26-35°C and enjoys a warm and constant climate throughout the year, which makes it the perfect place for your next beach vacation. The best time to visit Cancun is during the dry season, from February to April, or the wet season, from July to September. But there really isn't a specific time of the year, Cancun is always a good idea. The rainy season in Cancun is between the months of May and August, when it rains the most in Cancun. But don't worry if you travel on these dates!, since Cancun has a tropical climate, it often rains in the afternoon and only lasts a couple of hours. That means that there is a better chance that you will enjoy good weather most of the afternoon and be able to do a lot of activities. And since there is no evil that it does not come, the rainy season, which officially runs from May to November, presents enormous opportunities to find great deals on vacation packages and trips. Many people go during what is considered low season because it offers good prices and access to complexes that can be more affordable than in high season.
Places to visit in Cancun
Cancun Spot.
The Cancun Spot is a unique place. Don't miss this experience! You will find free Wi-Fi and an incredible view of one of the most iconic beaches in the city. It is at Kilometer 19.5 of Boulevard Kukulkán, Hotel Zone, and the entrance is free. Be sure to upload your photo to social networks right away!
Dolphin Beach or "El mirador"
Next to the "Cancun Spot" is the Mirador, one of the best beaches in this destination. Your visit is free and open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It has play areas for children, but be careful with the waves!
El Rey
The archaeological site of El Rey is located just 200 meters from the Mirador de Playa Delfines, it is an area with several small structures distributed along about 700 meters. The park has a large number of iguanas and is very attractive especially for children. It is advisable to bring water, a cap, hat and comfortable shoes since there are no shops or vendors inside.
Museo Maya
The Mayan Museum of Cancun offers a complete view of the culture and architecture of the Mayan people, which covers thousands of years of history and encompasses three different types of pieces: archaeological, ethnographic and artistic. The museum is located in an impressive building that mimics a pyramid, located in the center of the city, on Kukulkán Boulevard (kilometer 16.5), next to the archaeological site of San Miguelito.
Plaza la Isla Cancún
(La Isla Shopping Village)
Plaza La Isla Shopping Village is located at kilometer 12.5 of the hotel area of Cancun, it is one of the most popular shopping centers in the Riviera Maya. It has more than 100 stores!, cafes, ice cream parlors, craft shops, luxury stores, clothing stores, jewelry stores, incredible adventures such as the JetPack or the FlyBoard. You will find other activities in LA ISLA SHOPPING VILLAGE CANCUN, some entertainment and culture.
These include:
The Aquarium
The Museum of Wonders
The Ripley Museum
Wheel of Fortune (in the new section)
Cinemex
Jungle Tour
The square also has a beautiful pier, which is the best place to admire the sunsets in Laguna Nichupté and enjoy a delicious cocktail or a delicious lunch/dinner in one of its restaurants at the foot of the lagoon.
It also has a selection of ULTRA LUXURY, called FASHION HARBOR, where you will find stores such as LOUI VUITTON, CAROLINA HERRERA, DOLCE & GABANNA, Y&L among others, there is also the prestigious ULTRA JEWELS jewelry, where you can buy the best watch brands in the world and fine jewelry.
*TIP (if you want to buy luxury watches or jewelry, do not hesitate to contact Fernando Portilla at ULTRA JEWELS).
Playa Forum
Stroll through the heart of Cancun's nightlife and discover Plaza Forum, with its restaurants, clothing stores, souvenirs and beach accessories. The best thing is that in the surroundings are some of the best nightclubs in Cancun, such as The City, Coco Bongo, La Vaquita, Mr. Frogs, etc. On the ocean side there is an ideal beach club for those who want to lie in the beautiful sand; it is definitely one of the places you should visit in Cancun and spend a day sunbathing with all kinds of drinks and snacks at hand. The Day Pass is about 30 dollars.
What to do in downtown Cancun?
Para llegar al centro de Cancún desde la zona hotelera, hay que tomar un autobús. Hay dos rutas principales (R1 y R2) que viajan a lo largo de la costa que te lleva a cualquier lugar en el centro de Cancún. Para mayor comodidad y conveniencia durante su viaje, le recomiendo tomar antes de las 7 pm o después de las 10 pm que es cuando mas movimiento de trabajadores tiene.
Market 28
If you are looking for a bargain, Market 28 is the ideal place. You will be surrounded by local vendors who sell everything from street food to handicrafts. And since it is close to the hotel area, there are many places to eat and drink inside or around the market, you can enjoy delicious authentic Mexican food, for example right in front is EMARA, an incredible place of Yucatecan food, one of the best in the city, and with prices that you will not believe. Don't forget to ask for your FAMOUS FROZEN HORCHATA WATER, it's crazy! El cejas is another great option, a typical restaurant in the city specializing in seafood.
As for shops, you should know that it is not the classic market to which we are accustomed, you will not find fruit stalls and Don Juan's polleria, it is a market focused on handicrafts and souvenirs mainly, you will find a wide variety of silver joryería, ceramic products, leather goods, painted and handmade pieces, wrestling mask, tequilas And, if you negotiate a little, you can get a good discount. The bus marked as "R-2" will take you a short distance from Mercado 28 and Plaza Bonita, where you can buy souvenirs at a good price.
Plaza Las Americas
Plaza Malecón Las Americas Cancun, also known as Plaza Las Américas, is a large tourist shopping center located on the boardwalk of Cancun (Mexico). It has more than 180 stores, including clothing stores, jewelry, electronics, toys, sports, department stores, the main fashion chains in the world, cinemas, fast food area, banks, pharmacies, casinos, supermarkets, cafes and a wide variety of world-class restaurants such as Hooters, The Olive Garden and Chili's, Mc Donalds, Starbucks, among others. The shopping center is located just 20 minutes from the airport, it also has a Fiesta Inn hotel, which is a perfect option for a business trip. Surely an option that can't be missed if your intention is to walk around.
Laguna nichupte
Laguna Nichupté is a fascinating natural area with an area of more than 3,000 hectares in which there are several mangroves and seven beautiful lagoons, some of them are: Laguna Bojórquez, Ciega, San José and Del Amor, named for its peculiar heart shape. There are also different water activities such as boat or kayak rides, jet skiing, canoeing or speedboat to a tour of the Caribbean Sea to enter an exploration and enjoy the marine fauna.
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