20 Unique Things to Do in Cancun, Mexico Visual Story

By Alli Sewell

Introduction

20 Unique Things to Do in Cancun, Mexico Visual Story

You can discover many unique things to do in Cancun, Mexico. Unusual attractions range from...

THING TO DO 1

Snorkel around exhibits at the Cancun Underwater Museum

The fascinating Cancun Underwater Museum is just what it sounds like! It's a museum that's...

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THING TO DO 2

Taste delicious dishes on a food tour

There are many excellent dishes to try in Cancun and a unique way to taste...

THING TO DO 3

Visit the renowned Chichen Itza

Chichen Itza is the largest of Mexico's Mayan Ruins and one of the country's most...

THING TO DO 4

Swim with whale sharks

Whale sharks are a gentle species of shark that don't pose any danger to humans...

THING TO DO 5

Explore coral reefs on a scuba diving trip

Cancun's oceans are home to beautiful coral reefs, tropical fish, and other marine life. Therefore...

THING TO DO 6

Party at Coco Bongo

Partying at Coco Bongo is one of the many cool things to do in Cancun...

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THING TO DO 7

Spend the day at Xplor Adventure Park

Xplor Adventure Park is an exciting jungle theme park that features eco-attractions as opposed to...

THING TO DO 8

See dolphins at Playa Delfines

Playa Delfines is a stunning white sand beach located within the Hotel Zone. The beach...

THING TO DO 9

Sail to Isla Mujeres on a catamaran

Isla Mujeres is a beautiful island close to Cancun. One of the non-touristy things to...

THING TO DO 10

Wander around the San Miguelito Ruins

The San Miguelito Archeological Site is another set of Mayan Ruins in Cancun. The ruins...

THING TO DO 11

Take a day trip to Isla Contoy

Taking a day Trip to Isla Contoy is another of the great unique things to...

THING TO DO 12

Try jet-skiing and parasailing

If you love water sports, one of the adventurous things to do in Cancun is...

THING TO DO 13

Enjoy a private street art tour

When exploring Downtown Cancun, you'll notice that there is lots of creative street art. A...

THING TO DO 14

Spot iguanas at El Rey Archaeological Site

Conveniently located in the Cancun Hotel Zone, the El Rey Archaeological Site is another area...

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THING TO DO 15

Drive an ATV to a cenote

One of the many Cancun hidden gems is the area's tranquil cenotes. A fun and...

THING TO DO 16

Admire the views from the Cancun Scenic Tower

If you want to enjoy stunning views of Cancun, going to the top of the...

THING TO DO 17

Go on a day trip to Tulum

Another great place to visit when in the Riviera Maya area is Tulum. Luckily, reaching...

THING TO DO 18

Experience a Rio Secreto underground river tour

Rio Secreto is a beautiful cenote and underground river system located around an hour from...

THING TO DO 19

Kayak on Nichupte Lagoon

Kayaking on Nichupte Lagoon is another of the unique Cancun experiences to add to your...

THING TO DO 20

Attend a Lucha Libre show

Lucha Libre is a Mexican form of wrestling that generally features wrestlers in colorful masks...

Conclusion

In Conclusion

Cancun is an incredibly fun destination that's ideal for families, couples, and groups of friends...

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