Cancun

Mexico's Caribbean coast offers turquoise waters, white sand beaches, and access to ancient Mayan ruins. Cancun is the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure.

Best time to visit

Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr

Essentials

Currency: MXN
Language: Spanish
Timezone: Cancun

Average temperatures

Jan 28°Feb 29°Mar 31°Apr 32°May 33°Jun 33°Jul 33°Aug 34°Sep 33°Oct 31°Nov 29°Dec 28°

Things to do

Visit Chichen ItzaSnorkel in cenotesRelax on Isla MujeresSwim with whale sharksExplore Tulum ruinsParty in the Hotel Zone

Local cuisine

Tacos al pastorCevicheCochinita pibilMargaritas

Chichen Itza, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, was a major Mayan city. The pyramid of Kukulkan casts a serpent-shaped shadow during the spring equinox.