Cancún — gateway to the Riviera Maya

Cancún is best known for its hotel zone, beaches and nightlife. For many visitors it is a starting point before heading to other parts of the Riviera Maya.

Hotel zone vs. downtown

The hotel zone (Zona Hotelera) is built for tourism: big resorts, clubs, beach clubs. Downtown (Centro) has more local life: markets, small businesses and bus connections to other towns.

Where sound and healing show up

Using Cancún as a base

If you land in Cancún and want more than parties and shopping, you can: