Top 20 Things To Do In Cancun, Mexico 2020
Top Tours and Activities In Cancun, Mexico
Chichen Itza Day Trip from Cancun
1276 Reviews
$69.99
Spectacular Chichen Itza holds both mystery and magic and it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the most important archaeological zone and ancient capital of the Mayan Empire on a full day guided tour from Cancun. Admire the majestic observatory, the Pyramid of Kukulcan, the Temple of Warriors, the ball court and the castle. Sample typical Mayan cuisine at a buffet lunch with folkloric dancers and swim in a cenote (Ik Kil or Hubiku). Your Chichen Itza day trip includes hotel pickup and drop-off and a professional guide.
Viator Exclusive: Early Access to Chichen Itza with a Private Archaeologist
1078 Reviews
$70.00
Gain essential insights into Mexico’s past on a visit to Chichen Itza with a private archaeologist. Miss the crowds by visiting in the early morning, and see parts of the site that traditional tours don’t visit. With pickup from Cancun, experience the majesty of the entire Chichen Itza site and receive personalized attention from your professionally certified guide.
Viator Exclusive: Early Access to Tulum Ruins with an Archeologist
237 Reviews
$44.99
Tour Tulum, one of the most famous Mayan sites, with a private archaeologist — a Viator exclusive available nowhere else! Arrive in the early morning and miss the crowds, allowing you to fully experience the magnificent Tulum ruins, built on a cliff above the Caribbean Sea. With pickup from Cancun and Riviera Maya hotels, you’ll see all the best places within the site. Receive personalized attention from your professionally certified guide.
Sightseeing, Snorkeling and Dancing Catamaran Cruise from Cancun
209 Reviews
$64.00
Set sail from Cancun on a triple-decker catamaran for a day full of snorkeling, sightseeing, salsa dancing and shopping! Snorkel on Meco's reef and explore Isla Mujeres. Enjoy a freshly prepared fajita feast and open bar while dancing the day away.
Cancun Super Saver: Tulum and Coba Ruins Including Cenote Swim and Lunch
173 Reviews
$107.99
Reveal the mysteries of ancient Mayan civilization with this Cancun Super Saver, a full-day adventure to Tulum and Coba combining two best-selling tours at a discounted price. On your visit to the archaeological site of Tulum, unravel the history of the pre-Columbian walled city with a guide, and enjoy an invigorating swim in a underground cenote. Savor Yucatán Peninsula specialties at a buffet lunch, and then delve into the rainforest to explore the ruined Mayan village of Coba, once a bustling center for trade.
Chichen Itza Small-Group Tour with Private Entrance
146 Reviews
$91.99
Discover the Mayan city of Chichen Itza through a private entrance at Mayaland Resort, without waiting in line! On this small-group tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, you’ll visit ancient temples such as the Pyramid of Kukulcán for two hours with an expert guide, plus enjoy free time at the resort hotel. Swim in the pool, stroll through the botanical gardens and visit the sacred Xtoloc Cenote, or re-enter the temple complex on your own. A buffet lunch of international and Yucatecan dishes is included, plus exclusive access to Viator's on-site hospitality suite.
Tulum and Xel-Ha All Inclusive Day Trip from Cancun
138 Reviews
$138.99
Discover the mysterious beauty of Tulum and the stunning, natural Xel-Ha aquarium. This relaxing, all inclusive excursion from Cancun or Playa del Carmen will give you the opportunity to explore the spectacular Mexican landscape and natural aquatic life. This family friendly excursion is sure to leave the entire family in awe!
3-in-1 Discovery Combo Tour: Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling Plus Cenote and Caves
115 Reviews
$109.00
This is the perfect 3-in-1 combination tour of the Riviera Maya. You'll visit the Tulum ruins, then go snorkeling in the colorful coral reef in the Caribbean Sea and finally you'll get to swim and refresh in a crystal clear water cenote and visit some caves. Your tour also includes a delicious lunch of typical regional food plus transport.
Captain Hook Dinner Cruise in Cancun
107 Reviews
$69.99
Channel your inner pirate and spend an evening on the Captain Hook Pirate Dinner Cruise in Cancun. Board a true-to-life replica of an 18th-century Spanish galleon for a swashbuckling meal at sea. As you cruise along, enjoy a delicious chicken, lobster or steak dinner; then be entertained with games, pirate antics and a ship-to-ship battle.
Rio Secreto Underground River Tour with Crystal Caves
105 Reviews
$78.99
Discover the mysteries of the Yucatan on a visit to Rio Secreto Nature Reserve. Enjoy an exciting afternoon adventure at Rio Secreto, where you’ll wade and swim through an underground river and encounter the stillness of a crystal cave. You can select hotel pickup and drop-off, or meet your guide at a central location in Cancun.
Xcaret Day Trip from Cancun
104 Reviews
$129.99
Spend a day in paradise at Xcaret, an eco-archaeological park located in the Riviera Maya. Discover an underground maze of rivers where Mayans once prepared for ceremonial rites, frolic in a lagoon, and snorkel in clear Caribbean waters. Keep your eyes peeled for birds, butterflies and monkeys as you wander the lush forested grounds and visit archaeological sites. When the sun goes down, settle in for a spectacular show of lights, music and dance highlighting Mayan history and culture. Convenient pickup and drop-off from most Cancun hotels are included.
Cancun Extreme Zipline Canopy Tour
103 Reviews
$99.00
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime and come visit the largest zipline circuit in North America! With 12 ziplines covering a distance of nearly 2 miles (3km), you'll get to see all of the Cancun jungle. Recognized by Travel + Leisure Magazine as "one of the 35 great adventures in the world", this family-friendly tour is a Cancun experience you don't want to miss!
Reef and Shipwreck Snorkeling Tour in Cancun
102 Reviews
$60.00
Swim among big schools of fish, wild turtles, and colorful coral reefs during this 3.5-hour shipwreck-exploration tour. Paddle through warm Caribbean waters as you discover the stunning underwater world on three separate snorkeling stops. A short lesson is offered for less experienced snorkelers, and group size is limited to 10 so you receive plenty of personalized attention from your guide.
Cancun Combo Tour: ATV and Zipline with Cenote Swim
84 Reviews
$134.99
Set out on an eco-adventure through the Cancun jungle via zipline and ATV on this exciting combo tour, including a visit to a refreshing cenote! Soar through the treetops on 12 ziplines – considered the best in Mexico – and head off-road on your own four-wheeler ATV for a 30-minute ride. You’ll enjoy swimming and diving into the cenote’s emerald green waters before a light lunch under a palapa.
Swim with Whale Sharks in Cancun: Small-Group Snorkeling Tour
83 Reviews
$165.00
Go for a snorkel with Mexico's gentle giants - whale sharks! Cruising the Gulf of Mexico with an expert guide, you'll snorkel with the biggest fish and maybe spot dolphins, manta rays and turtles on this small group snorkeling adventure off the Yucatan coast.
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Chichen Itza, Ik Kil Cenote and Valladolid with Lunch
78 Reviews
$79.00
Get to know one of the New7Wonders of the World during this full-day tour of Chichen Itza and Valladolid. At the ancient Maya site, admire the Kukulkan pyramid and the Temple of Warriors. Learn about their architecture, sculptures, and carvings. Swim in a tranquil 'cenote' (underground freshwater pool) and and enjoy a traditional buffet lunch. Then, discover the Spanish colonial heritage of Valladolid. Round-trip transport from your Cancun or Riviera Maya hotel is included.
Isla Mujeres Trimaran Cruise
68 Reviews
$74.99
Sail on a beautiful Trimaran through the Caribbean Sea and travel to the tropical island that sits on the imaginary line between the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea. Explore Isla Mujeres and enjoy a relaxing day on this beautiful, quiet island!
Xplor Adventure Park from Cancun
62 Reviews
$149.99
Indulge your love for adventure at Xplor Adventure Park, located less than an hour from Cancun. Soar through the treetops on the highest ziplines in the Riviera Maya and drive an amphibious vehicle over all kinds of terrain. Swim in underground rivers, or paddle a raft through caverns adorned with stalagmites and stalactites. Then dig into an all-you-can eat buffet lunch offering delicious and healthy food. With round-trip hotel transport, entrance fees and lunch included, this all-inclusive tour is perfect for families.
Swim with Whale Sharks in Cancun: Small-Group Snorkeling Tour
60 Reviews
$165.00
Go for a snorkel with Mexico's gentle giants - whale sharks! Cruising the Gulf of Mexico with an expert guide, you'll snorkel with the biggest fish and maybe spot dolphins, manta rays and turtles on this small group snorkeling adventure off the Yucatan coast.
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Xel-Ha All-Inclusive Day Trip from Cancun
59 Reviews
$119.99
Attention water lovers: Paradise awaits at Xel-Há, a natural aquarium located along the Riviera Maya. Angelfish, iguanas and other wildlife complete your jungle tableau, as you explore a lagoon, cenotes, caves and a hidden beach. Bike around the lush grounds, or simply laze down a river in an inner tube. Satisfy hunger pangs with the flash of your wristband for all-you-can-eat burgers, seafood, Mayan cuisine and more. This all-inclusive tour, perfect for families, includes round-trip hotel transport from Cancun.
Tulum Snorkeling Tour from Cancun
51 Reviews
$89.00
Enjoy a half-day tour in Tulum with snorkeling, and get the chance to visit a coral reef where you can see and swim with fish and all our natural wonders. This tour includes a professional guide and snacks. Select a pickup area, either Cancun or Playa del Carmen, when booking.
Tulum Snorkeling Tour from Cancun
51 Reviews
$89.00
Enjoy a half-day tour in Tulum with snorkeling, and get the chance to visit a coral reef where you can see and swim with fish and all our natural wonders. This tour includes a professional guide and snacks. Select a pickup area, either Cancun or Playa del Carmen, when booking.
Cirque du Soleil® JOYÀ at Vidanta Riviera Maya
50 Reviews
$100.00
Immerse all of your senses with the Cirque du Soleil® show 'JOYÁ' — the first Cirque show in the world to offer the option of tablecloth dining — opening in November 2014. Follow the story of an alchemist and his granddaughter embarking on a transformative quest to uncover the secrets of life, with the help of half-human, half-animal creatures. Set inside an intimate theater in the heart of the Riviera Maya jungle, ‘JOYÀ’ draws on Mexico’s history and heritage to bring you a world where physical ability meets the extraordinary. Round-trip transport from Cancun, service fee and will call fee are included.
All-Inclusive Self-Drive Hummer Tour: Ziplining, Cenote and Interactive Zoo
46 Reviews
$188.99
Explore Cancun like never before - through the jungle and in a Hummer or Jeep! Hop aboard a fully automatic Hummer and take the adventure of a lifetime, visiting an authentic Mayan ruin and interactive zoo, swimming at a cenote and going on a thrilling ziplining adventure. Book your all-inclusive Cancun Hummer tour today and experience the very best of the Riviera Maya!
VIP Nightclub Tour in Cancun
41 Reviews
$88.99
Spend a night in Cancun at three of the city’s most exciting nightclubs! This 6-hour club-hopping tour is filled with fun, dancing and VIP service. Enjoy unlimited drinks while you dance the night away, and skip the long entrance lines at each club. This is the best way to experience a night out in Cancun.
Viator VIP: Chichen Itza Tour and Light and Sound Show Including Mayan Appetizers and Luxury Transport
39 Reviews
$174.99
See the best of Chichen Itza by day and night on this Viator VIP tour available nowhere else. Sail past the hordes waiting to enter the UNESCO World Heritage site and uncover the secrets of the ancient Mayan city with an expert guide. While most people head out after a day at the monument, you get to see a stunning sunset over Chichen Itza's observatory while enjoying Mayan tapas and bottomless margaritas at Mayaland Resort. At night, Kukulcán Pyramid transforms into a living canvas with undulating images during the light and sound show. Hotel transport and access to Viator's exclusive on-site hospitality suite are included.
Coba Ruins Day Trip from Cancun or Riviera Maya
38 Reviews
$129.00
Leave Cancun and Riviera Maya behind and take a day trip to the stunning Mayan ruins of Coba. Climb to the top of the tallest pyramid in the Yucatan peninsula and learn historical and cultural facts about the ancient community that called Coba home.
Cancun Parasailing Adventure
38 Reviews
$58.00
Did you ever want to go parasailing but were afraid to do it alone? Imagine the feeling of soaring high above the Cancun hotel zone and exploring all the sites from a bird's-eye perspective! On the Cancun Parasailing Adventure you can do just that - and not alone but with a friend! Comfortably seating up to two passengers, this experience allows you to sit back and take in all the sights from the Cancun skyline.
Viator Exclusive: Coba Ruins Early Access Tour with an Archaeologist and Cenote Swim from Cancun
38 Reviews
$59.99
Discover the ancient city of Coba, without the crush of crowds, on this early morning tour with an archaeologist guide — a Viator Exclusive that can't be booked anywhere else! Explore in relative tranquility one of Mexico's most famous Mayan sites, one of the largest settlements of the Classic period, and enjoy personalized attention from your professionally certified archaeologist guide. Huff your way up the tallest pyramid in the Yucatan Peninsula, snap amazing photos, and then cool your jets with a dip at Aktun Chen cenote. Lunch and hotel transport from Cancun are included.
Isla Contoy Day Trip: Snorkeling at Ixlache Reef and Eco-Paradise Tour
36 Reviews
$98.99
Cruise on a comfortable vessel north of Cancun and soak up the beauty of Ixlache Reef and Isla Contoy. At Ixlache Reef, snorkel near coral, sea turtles, and fish of every color. Then join the privileged few allowed to visit Isla Contoy, a national park and wildlife refuge to various turtles and more than 150 species of birds. A certified guide takes you on a tour of the island, after which you have plenty of time to wander on a trail, visit a nesting lagoon or lounge on the beach. A continental breakfast and domestic open bar on the boat, along with a buffet lunch on the island, ensure you’ll have the energy to enjoy the day.
Cancun Dolphin Royal Swim on Isla Mujeres
36 Reviews
$160.99
Mexico offers one of the most exhilarating experiences available. The Royal Dolphin Swim is the perfect way to discover this gentle, friendly and intelligent mammal! Prepare yourself for a memory that will stick with you forever as you are pushed by the dolphins at high speeds around the water. Truly an unforgettable experience!
Jungle Speed Boat Tour from Cancun
35 Reviews
$68.99
On a wave runner or speedboat for two, set off from Cancun on a breathtaking tour across the Nichupte lagoon. Ride through the dense mangroves, the Nizuk River and the Caribbean Sea, all the way to the Nizuk Coral Reef where you'll snorkel among living colorful corals and a myriad of tropical fish.
Cancun Combo Tour: Xcaret, Xel-Ha, Xplor and Chichen Itza
32 Reviews
$181.99
Indulge in some of the greatest attractions on offer in the Yucatan with this Cancun combo! Select two out of four amazing options – Xcaret, Xel-Ha, Xplor or Chichen Itza – depending on your preference. You’ll gain admission to the best aquatic, adventure and archeological parks around, with an expert guide at UNESCO World Heritage-listed Chichen Itza. Round-trip hotel transport by luxury coach plus food and drinks are included. Just take the two selected tours within 15 days of each other (one per day).
Private Tour: Chichen Itza Day Trip from Cancun
31 Reviews
$86.99
Spectacular Chichen Itza holds both mystery and magic, and you can explore it on a personalized, private tour from Cancun. This UNESCO World Heritage Site and ancient Mayan capital is the most important archaeological zone of the Mayan Empire. On your private tour, you can spend as much of the day as you wish at the site, admiring the majestic observatory, the Sacred Cenote, the ball court and the castle. Hire an on-site guide for additional insight into these ruins (additional cost) or upgrade your tour to include lunch or lunch with drinks.
Jolly Roger Pirate Night Show and Dinner
30 Reviews
$78.00
Come aboard the Jolly Roger pirate ship for a family-friendly evening of dining, dancing, and shows. During this 3.5-hour cruise, be entertained by the most most talented pirates in the Caribbean with an original swashbuckling, rope-swinging, cannon-firing show. Dine on a pre-ordered menu served by a pirate waiter and say "bottom's up" to an endless supply of domestic drinks. Menu choices include a kid's meal, a premium option, and a vegetarian option.
Lobster Dinner Cruise from Cancun
30 Reviews
$88.99
Escape the crowds in Cancun and enjoy a beautiful cruise on the Nichupte Lagoon. Feast on a delicious lobster and steak dinner while cruising along the lagoon and listening to the mysterious sounds of the jungle. This truly is an unforgettable experience and a must do when visiting Cancun, Mexico!
Viator Exclusive: Chichen Itza at Your Own Pace Plus Access to Hospitality Suite
28 Reviews
$33.90
This Viator Exclusive - available nowhere else - let's you explore the archaeological site of Chichen Itza at your own pace. You decide when and how many times to enter the site. Simply purchase your tickets at the entrance (not included) and feel like a real archaeologist exploring this Wonder of the World however you like. Not just this, but you'll also have access to Viator's exclusive on-site hospitality suite where you can relax and use Mayaland's pools and amenities before heading back to your hotel.
Cancun Super Saver: Exclusive Early Access to Chichen Itza plus Early Access to Tulum Ruins with an Archaeologist Guide
27 Reviews
$83.99
Experience the Maya sites of Chichen Itza and Tulum in the morning hours, before the majority of the crowds arrive. With this Super Saver, you can combine two top tours from Cancun at a discounted price across two days. Explore each site with an archaeologist guide to learn interesting facts about one of Mexico’s ancient civilizations, see fascinating ruins like El Castillo at Chichen Itza (a World Heritage site) and admire Tulum’s spectacular setting on the Caribbean Sea. Lunch is included on both days with this Viator Exclusive that’s available nowhere else.
Cancun Combo: Chichen Itza Tour plus Isla Mujeres Dolphin Encounter or Catamaran Sail with Snorkeling
27 Reviews
$135.99
Experience the best of the Yucatan on a Cancun combo tour including Chichen Itza and your choice of a Dolphin Encounter, Dolphin Adventure Swim or catamaran sail! See the Pyramid of Kukulcán and other archeological wonders at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy a lunch buffet at Mayaland Resort. Interact with a dolphin for a hug and kiss, swim with a dolphin as he pushes you across the water, or sail to Isla Mujeres – including shopping, snorkeling, a spinnaker ride and an open bar. Enjoy either combo over two consecutive days or with a day to rest between each activity.
Cancun Pirate Dinner Cruise and Show on the Jolly Roger
24 Reviews
$86.99