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Yucatan Peninsula - Things to Do


Flights: Cheap airfare to Yucatan Peninsula (arriving in Cancun, Mexico - Cancun Airport)

Things to Do: Beaches, water sports, lakes & rivers

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Isla de Pasion, Cozumel
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 136 attractions in Cozumel

Tired of tourist traps? Visit this tiny island full of remote beaches and unexplored diving spots.

Attraction type: Island; State park; Beach
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Nachi-Cocom, Cozumel
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 136 attractions in Cozumel

This popular beach, where cruise ships dock, offers water sports, sunbathing and wonderful swimming.

Attraction type: Beach
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Rio Secreto, Playa del Carmen
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 48 attractions in Playa del Carmen

Amazing! Our guide Fernando took us on a great tour of the Cenotes. We had our 6 year old son with us and Fernando took special care of him. This is not to be missed! One warning. Try to avoid the...

Attraction type: River; Water park
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Playa Corona, Cozumel
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 136 attractions in Cozumel

Soak up some rays at this beautiful white sand beach, featuring an outdoor cafe, workout equipment and relatively calm water for swimming and snorkeling.

Attraction type: Beach
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Playa Uvas, Cozumel
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #20 of 136 attractions in Cozumel

Our exclusive clear kayak tour, shore snorkel tours, begginers resort dive, certified divers and open water diver courses are some of the experiences you can live while you are visiting us. if you feel like relaxing, enjoy a massage in a cabana, where you will feel the breeze of the Caribbean Ocean. If you feel like shopping you can browse in our store of Mexican arts & crafts Our restaurant and bar will complement and excellent day of sun, sea and sand. But above all, let us transmit the pride of serving you in Playa Uvas, located in a privileged area of Cozumel, by the Marine National park of Chankanaab reef.

Attraction type: Bar/club; Beach; Group tour/boat
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #23 of 136 attractions in Cozumel

Observe Mexico's tropical ecosystems: you can snorkel, hike or sightsee from one of the many observation towers on the grounds.

Attraction type: Nature reserve; Nature center; National park
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Playa del Carmen, Playa del Carmen
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #16 of 48 attractions in Playa del Carmen

Playa Del Carmen, including day trips to near by Cozumel, Tulum and the Xcaret or Xel-Ha parks are a great way to spend your holiday. Travelers to Playa Del Carmen will have a great time, as the...

Attraction type: Beach
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Akumal Beach, Akumal
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 6 attractions in Akumal

Pure white sand and clear sparkling waters stretch as far as the eye can see at this picturesque beach, perfect for swimming and relaxing in the sun.

Attraction type: Beach; Reef
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #25 of 136 attractions in Cozumel

If you take a cruise that stops in cozumel, you have a couple of choices.. if you're looking to party and drink a lot, there are obvious choices and pub tours. However, if you want to scuba, snorkel...

Attraction type: National park; Reef; Beach; Park; Aquarium; Amusement/theme park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #26 of 136 attractions in Cozumel
Attraction type: Group tour/boat; Reef; Sports camp/clinic
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #28 of 136 attractions in Cozumel

A fast fleet of diving ships, well-equipped with diving equipment and knowledgeable and friendly guides.

Attraction type: Specialty shop; Tour
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Playa Palancar, Cozumel
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #29 of 136 attractions in Cozumel
Attraction type: Beach
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Palancar Reef, Cozumel
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #31 of 136 attractions in Cozumel

This beautiful reef sits in about 80 feet of water and is a popular diving spot.

Attraction type: Reef
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 1 attractions in Sian Ka'an

Sian Ka'an (Mayan for "Where the sky is born") is a 1.3 million-acre biosphere reserve.

Attraction type: Nature reserve; Educational site; Tour; Group tour/boat
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 20 attractions in Isla Mujeres
Attraction type: Aquarium; Marina; Nature reserve
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #32 of 136 attractions in Cozumel
Attraction type: Beach; Water park
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Xcaret Eco Theme Park, Playa del Carmen
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 48 attractions in Playa del Carmen

Just an hour's drive south of Cancun and 15 minutes away from Playa del Carem  Xcaret (pronounced eesh - carette ) " Mexico ’s sacred paradise" is one of the Riviera Mayan most popular Eco Park. It is

Attraction type: Amusement/theme park; Historic site; Nature reserve; Beach; Wildlife park; Water park; Mysterious site; Museum; Other
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The Money Bar, Cozumel
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #34 of 136 attractions in Cozumel

Cozumel's newest beach club featuring a dining area & premium bar, kids menu, wheelchair access to the entire facility, scuba & snorkel gear rental, English speaking guided snorkeling tour, on site scuba instruction, no experience required, certified scuba guided tour, glass bottom kayaks, sunfish sailboats, parasailing , massage & spa treatments, lounging deck area for sunbathing, shaded areas, sandy beaches, comfortable lounge chairs, fresh water showers/bathrooms/changing rooms, lockers, gift shops, free parking lot.

Attraction type: Reef
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Balankanche Cave, Chichen Itza
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 10 attractions in Chichen Itza

Deep within this cave, stalactites and stalagmites have formed a giant sacred tree of the Maya, which is surrounded by ritual offerings left by these ancient people over a thousand years ago.

Attraction type: Cavern/cave
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 6 attractions in Akumal

Yal-ku Lagoon is wonderful for both adults and children.  There are no  ocean waves.  There are several easy entry stairs with railing into the lagoon. Easy, gentle slow paced snorkeling.  Great...

Attraction type: Amusement/theme park; Waterway; Reef
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