16 Unique Things to Do in Cancun, Mexico Visual Story

By Alli Sewell

Introduction

16 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

Feed turtles at the Tortugranja Turtle Conservation Center

Located on Isla Mujeres, just a short boat ride from Cancun, the Tortugranja Turtle Conservation...

THING TO DO 3

Visit the renowned Chichen Itza

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

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

Visit Xplor theme park

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

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 Ruins, or San Miguelito Archeological Site, is another set of Mayan 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

Go on a day trip to Tulum

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

Conclusion

In Summary

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

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