Yucatan Peninsula Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Half Moon Bay featuring a beach, a coastal town and tropical scenes
Las Perlas Beach showing a sandy beach, general coastal views and tropical scenes
Dzibilchaltun Ruins featuring heritage architecture
Teatro Peon Contreras showing heritage elements and interior views
Playa Langosta which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views as well as an individual female

Where to stay in Yucatan Peninsula

Merida Cathedral showing night scenes and heritage architecture

Mérida Centro

4/5(32 area reviews)

Mérida Centro is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Plaza Grande and Mérida Cathedral while you're in town.

Mérida Centro
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Downtown Cancun

4/5(26 area reviews)

Downtown Cancun is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Plaza 28 and Cancun Mall.

Downtown Cancun
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Playacar

4/5(10 area reviews)

Amazing beaches great entertainment and top sights from Playa del Carmen Main Beach to Playacar Golf Club – discover Playacar, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Playacar
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La Isla

If you're spending some time in La Isla, La Isla Shopping Mall and Isla Dorada are top sights worth seeing.

La Isla
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Luis Donaldo Colosio

4/5(4 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Luis Donaldo Colosio, Punta Esmeralda Beach and Mamitas Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Luis Donaldo Colosio
Tulum featuring heritage architecture and heritage elements

Tulum City Center

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

Historical sites and bars are notable features of Tulum City Center. You might consider stopping by Dos Aguas Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Tulum City Center
Hyatt Vivid Grand Island Cancun Adults Only All-Inclusive

Hyatt Vivid Grand Island Cancun Adults Only All-Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Boulevard Kukulcan Km.16.5 Lotes 56-A-I, y 56-A-2 Segunda Etapa Turistica, Cancun, QROO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹30,521 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
₹30,521
₹30,521 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Cancun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,295 reviews)
"I had the best time of my life"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Hyatt Vivid Grand Island Cancun Adults Only All-Inclusive
Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive

Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Carretera Federal 307, KM 282, Chetumal a Puerto Juarez, Xcaret, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is ₹38,157 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
₹38,157
₹46,431 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,541 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful property. The staff did an amazing job keeping the cove area clear and in general amazing kind staff. The food options could have been better. Finding Bacon for breakfast was like the hunger games. Rooms held a lot of moisture."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

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Hotel Riu Palace Peninsula - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Peninsula - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Blvd Kukulkan, Km 5.5 Lote 6-C, Zona Hotelera, Cancun, QROO
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Cancun. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,717 reviews)
"Went to party and definitely got that. You cannot beat the location right next to the RUI party. So much fun. Guzman at the pool party was beyond great !"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

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Beachscape Kin ha Villas & Suites

Beachscape Kin ha Villas & Suites

3.5 out of 5
Blvd. Kukulcan Km 8.5, Cancun, QROO
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Cancun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,814 reviews)
"Bonito hotel, excelente ubicación. La playa es hermosa, personal amable. Lo que no me gustó es que para el servicio de alimentos en la playa te dan utensilios desechables de plástico y sobres de catsup y sal. Y tristemente encuentras los cuchillos y tenedores en la playa, los ves entre la arena porque ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

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El Dorado Royale, Catamaran, Cenote, All & More Inclusive Adults Only

El Dorado Royale, Catamaran, Cenote, All & More Inclusive Adults Only

5 out of 5
Km 45 Carretera Cancun, Tulum Kantenah, Maroma, Playa del Carmen, QROO
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (472 reviews)
"Frequent traveler but I loved it here. Food was amazing. Will be returning"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

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Otonomus Tulum

Otonomus Tulum

4.5 out of 5
Calle 71 sur mz 699 L1 004, Tulum, QROO
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Tulum. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, on-site spa services and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Tulum Beach and Tulum Mayan ...
9/10 Wonderful! (85 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Thank you!!"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

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Popular places to visit

Xcaret Eco Theme Park featuring general coastal views, a luxury hotel or resort and a coastal town

Xcaret Eco Theme Park

4/5(7 reviews)

Immerse yourself in the natural and cultural heritage of Mexico with a visit to this popular archaeological park.

Xcaret Eco Theme Park
La Isla Shopping Mall

La Isla Shopping Mall

4/5(32 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit La Isla Shopping Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Avenida Kukulkan. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

La Isla Shopping Mall
Xel-Há Park

Xel-Há Park

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day at Xel-Há Park and see why everyone loves this theme park in Tulum. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Xel-Há Park
Quinta Avenida

Quinta Avenida

4/5(16 reviews)

During your visit to Playa del Carmen, you can do some window-shopping at Quinta Avenida. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Quinta Avenida
Paseo de Montejo which includes night scenes and a monument

Paseo de Montejo

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Walk down this beautiful tree-lined avenue for a little taste of all the things that make Mérida such a charming place to visit.

Paseo de Montejo
Iberostar Cancun Golf Course

Iberostar Cancun Golf Course

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Avenida Kukulkan at Iberostar Cancun Golf Course. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Iberostar Cancun Golf Course

Cities near Yucatan Peninsula

Ciudad del Carmen

Ciudad del Carmen

Flores showing fishing and general coastal views as well as a small group of people

Flores

Paseo de Montejo which includes night scenes and a monument

Mérida

San Pedro which includes swimming, tropical scenes and general coastal views

San Pedro