Cancun

A curated guide to Cancun, Mexico: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.

What to see

  1. Dolphins Beach 4.8★ (29,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  2. Xcaret Park 4.8★ (117,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  3. Xel-Há 4.8★ (60,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  4. Xplor Park 4.8★ (31,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  5. Chichén Itzá 4.8★ (137,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  6. Torre Escénica del Embarcadero de Cancún 4.7★ (4,400 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  7. Tulum 4.7★ (71,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  8. 3D Museum of Wonders 4.6★ (2,900 reviews) · Museum

Where to eat

  1. Harry's Steakhouse & Raw Bar | Cancun 4.9★ (9,200 reviews) · Steak
  2. Restaurante Mediterraneo 4.9★ (2,700 reviews) · Restaurant
  3. Nicoletta | Italian restaurant in Cancun 4.8★ (4,400 reviews) · Italian
  4. Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Cancún 4.7★ (11,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  5. RosaNegra | Latin American Restaurant in Cancun 4.5★ (3,900 reviews) · Nuevo Latino restaurant
  6. Café con Gracia 4.5★ (5,200 reviews) · Coffee shop
  7. Café del Profesor 4.6★ (1,700 reviews) · Cafe
  8. Café Antoinette - Puerto Cancún 4.8★ (685 reviews) · Coffee shop

Where to drink

  1. Mandala Nightclub 4.5★ (3,000 reviews) · Bar
  2. Monkey Business Cancún 4.5★ (3,100 reviews) · Bar
  3. Coco Bongo Cancun 4.4★ (11,000 reviews) · Bar
  4. Mandala Beach Club 4.4★ (3,200 reviews) · Bar
  5. Mala Madre 4.6★ (1,500 reviews) · Espresso bar

A sample 3-day shape

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Day 3

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Frequently asked

How many days do you need in Cancun?

With 23 notable sights and 11 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.

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