This is the place to go! Lots of locals and family friendly. The place has a relax yet lively viberead more

Absolutely check this place out. Food is on the lower end, and the food court has great options for…read moremore authentic and traditional foods. I ordered a pozole from the shop, Las Lupitas, and it was amazing! Best meal of my whole trip. It felt homey and filling. Order the Aguas frescas they have. Very cheap and the prizes are all posted on most of their banners. My meal was a total of $8. Check this area on weekends (Friday-Sunday)! There's singers and venders and lots of street food.

We had an amazing time at Cenote Taak Bi Ha, located just north of Tulum. If you haven't been to…read morethis cenote, I highly recommend it. This is a cave / underground cenote. We visited Taak Bi Ha through My Quest Concierge Private Tours, booked through Viator as "VIP Tulum Private Tour." Taak Bi Ha was the last of three stops on our day tour. My wife and I couldn't have been happier with My Quest. For details, including how much we paid, see My Quest's Yelp page here: https://www.yelp.com/biz/my-quest-concierge-private-tours-playa-del-carmen In regard to Taak Bi Ha, My Quest took care of transportation to and from, parking, tickets, translation with on-site staff, pictures, and a personalized guided tour. We entered the cenote just after 12:15pm on a Monday. We stayed until about 1:30pm. During that time, the cenote wasn't crowded at all. There were other groups, but not many. The cenote opening is narrow and steep (watch your head). As soon as you enter and take a look at the cenote from the first elevated platform, the view is stunning. This cenote is an example of nature at its finest. Cenotes have formed over millions of years. Inside, there are man-made platforms which are great for taking pictures. We put on life vests, provided at the check-in shack, and we had our own snorkeling gear and flashlights from My Quest. We got into the water and our My Quest guide gave us a full tour of the cenote, including a pitch-black section where our flashlights and my phone light were our only sources of light. We also swam through a tiny hole to get there. It was wild: https://www.instagram.com/p/C4_KKkAOYzd/?hl=en The water was cold. Bring water shoes to protect your feet. Snorkeling with flashlights is definitely the way to go as you'll be able to see the amazing caves, flowstones, stalagmites, etc. underwater. There's also beautiful coral and stalactites. Bring a waterproof camera. I used a waterproof phone pouch to take my pictures and videos. The water was so clean, clear, and blue. In addition, we saw bats. My wife absolutely loved the experience. She was incredibly happy and thought the cenote was so cool from a nature and science perspective. For her, this cenote was one of the highlights from our trip to the Yucatan Peninsula. I agree. She described the cenote as "other-worldly" and "like being on another planet." Cenote Taak Bi Ha has an official Instagram page @cenote_taak_bi_ha: https://www.instagram.com/cenote_taak_bi_ha/?hl=en They've even done weddings here! https://www.instagram.com/cenotetaakbiha/?hl=en Funny enough, inside the cave as soon as we entered, there was a sign posted with a QR code to connect to the cenote's Wi-Fi network. Restrooms and changing rooms are available outside.

Taak Bi Ha is a underground/cave ceynote that is privately owned by a Mayan family. It's deep in…read morethe Dos Oros ceynotes area - you'll turn off the main highway and go for several kilometers, past several other (larger, more commercial) ceynotes. When we arrived, we were the only ones there. Like other places, you need to shower off any sunscreen etc before entering. No bug spray either so move quickly because the short walk through the jungle will have you swarmed! The entrance is through a small cave opening with a very steep flight of steps - wear water shoes and watch your head! Once inside, you'll be in a wonderland! Crystal clear blue water, swooping bats (lots of them!!) and beautiful stalagtites and stalagmites everywhere. I understand why these spaces were considered sacred to the Maya - it is truly another world. We didn't swim but you certainly can. This is an especially good place for divers - we were told that the caves here connect to a much larger system (and ultimately the largest underwater cave system in the world). Really happy we had the opportunity to check this place out!!

This park is a recommended point of interest on Isla Mujeres. As you approach the park, there are…read moreplenty of places out front to park golf carts or other vehicles (if you get there early enough). After you pay a small fee to enter, you begin your trek by passing through a few gift shops, convenience stores, and a relaxing covered patio bar. Continue the walking path and you'll encounter breath taking ocean views, wildlife, plants and flowers indigenous of the area. At this point, there is very little shade and you are exposed to direct sunlight. Be prepared by carrying bottled water, sunscreen, hats, comfortable walking shoes, and sun glasses! This popular attraction is built around Mayan ruins in combination with local modern art work and sculptures scattered throughout. Large remnants of an ancient temple reside on one end of the peninsula near a cliff. There are plenty of photo opportunities here! Numerous trails and even a cave can be explored, along with scenic views of the surrounding ocean. If it wasn't so hot out and we weren't so limited in our walking abilities, I would have loved to spend more time searching the trails. I'm sure we missed out on many more sights to see!

This small Mayan temple ruins is located on the southern tip of Isla Mujeres. The most impressive…read morething about this site is when you think how difficult it must have been to reach this island off the coast of Cancun centuries ago. It is possible that this "temple" was merely a lighthouse, and that the actual Temple of Ixchel, the goddess of the moon, was somewhere else. When Hernando Cortez got here in 1517, the only inhabitants on the island were the priestesses of the goddess Ixchel, and that's how "Isla Mujeres" (Island of women) got its name. The temple and the surrounding cliffs and sea make for some beautiful and breathtaking views and incredible photos. I saw a review that referred to this temple as "a pile of rocks". Wow. Some people are really hard to please. In my opinion, this temple and the nearby lighthouse are the only things worthwhile on this otherwise overly touristy island.

Our 2nd time to Tulum Ruins was great! We joined a tour this time and enjoyed it. Our guide was…read moreknowledgeable and very accommodating when questioned. We went on a March weekend and was surprised it was not crowded which was great. I would love to come back during sunset next time - the dramatic scenery, combining ancient ruins with a beautiful beach and the ocean view, will definitely be worth it!

Absolutely worth the visit. The setting is hard to beat, ancient ruins perched above turquoise…read moreCaribbean water with a steady ocean breeze the whole time. The walking paths are easy, the grounds are well kept, and there are plenty of viewpoints where you'll stop every few minutes just to take photos. It does get hot and crowded, especially mid-day, but if you go earlier or later it feels much more relaxed and you can really take in how unique the location is compared to other archaeological sites. The beach access below the cliffs is a huge bonus and makes the experience more than just a history stop. Bring water, sunscreen, and patience, but the views alone make it worth it. You will see plenty of iguanas. :)

It's a square in the main town of Valladolid. Close to many hotels and pretty much next to the…read moreshopping blocks, it's a good place to relax. We went here as a part of the tour. Many tour buses are parked here. In 15 minutes we didn't get much time but the park is good. There are many benches to sit. The two-person seats are very interesting - very much photo-worthy. We got some locally made chips from a vendor which was good - quality and quantity - for 15 pesos. The shops around are good to purchase gifts and souvenirs. I suppose they'd bargain too if you can. Other than that, there are many restaurants, eateries, and hotels around to roam. The park is heavily patrolled for some reason as we saw heavy police deployment with automatic weapons even on a seemingly regular day. Overall, very much recommended.

This is the main public square of the city of Valladolid. All tour buses that go to Chichen Itza…read morewill drop you off here to have a look around. The square itself is just a park with some benches and water fountains and statues. There are also some street performers and women selling souvenirs spread throughout the square. This is overall a good location to have a quick glimpse of the city with the famous San Servacio church located adjacent to the square. There are lots of restaurants and stores that line all sides of the square as well.

I enjoyed sitting at this park to watch street performers and to see the Portal Maya - a 52 foot…read moretall sculpture that commemorates the end of the Mayan calendar cycle and symbolizes unity between humanity and nature. You are likely to see many locals as well as tourists in this park. You may be approached by street sellers but I did not find them overly pushy. I found the street performers to be outstanding and well deserving of a good tip.

On a trip to Playa del Carmen, I stopped by Parque Fundadores for a bit after checking out La…read moreQuinta. La Quinta is basically Playa's downtown area where you'll find a bunch of shops, restaurants, and bars. At the end of the avenue is Parque Fundadores. While it's a cool spot, I wouldn't really describe it as a park. It's moreso just an area by the beach where you have a large sculpture that they're known for. Plus a water fountain, some seating, some street art that spells "Playa Del Carmen" and that's about it. You can check it out in 15 minutes tops. And you have restaurants and bars close by if you'd like to check that out after.

While staying in Playcar Phase I, we'd often pass these ruins while walking to the popular tourist…read morearea. I was curious to learn what the history was behind them but without any formal placard, I had to do some internet research. Turns out, these ruins are a small part of many building groups between Cozumel and Playa del Carmen that were used for Maya women to honor the Goddess Ixchel, a pilgrimage necessary for a healthy pregnancy and childbirth. Three remain - two in Playacar Phase II and one in Playacar Phase I, which is the one I visited. A short walk through the jungle connects all three. It's the only free Mayan rural site in Mexico, and the only Mayan ruins maintained in a contemporary residential communities; therefore, if you're interested in getting a taste of ancient culture while on your beach trip to Playa del Carmen, it might just be worth checking out!

The Xaman-Ha Ruins is the only free Mayan ruin site in Mexico - no entrance fees! Maintained by the…read morenearby community, it's still standing tall and proud today. It's very beautiful, super peaceful, we learned some wonderful facts for sure. I also learned from a previous Yelp Commentator of the Goddess Ixchel who was often praised and worshiped by the Mayan women for good health and childbirth. Super interesting to know. Apparently it's so expanded, that you have to pass "phases," which are sections, so in Playacar Phase I and Phase II, you can definitely see it and there are shortcuts through a small jungle to the actual Xaman-Ha Ruins. It's very beautiful!!

Super fun adventure! The lagoon ride was so fun, and we saw a bunch of island creatures. The only…read moredownside was the businesses in the park require payment to use their beach chairs and stuff, even though you already have to pay to get into the park.

The park has a lot to offer if you're an explorer and like to site see. Unfortunately, I went on a…read morewindy day so was not able to enjoy any snorkeling (not the park's fault). The boat ride was short and sweet - saw one big croc. There's a variety of wildlife to observe, a trail to walk thru the forest, and a couple observation towers. The light house was fantastic! The museum under was nicely put together, however if you're a history buff, you'll need to be able to read Spanish fluently. Many areas to stop along the road and walk the shoreline. I rented a vehicle and was on my own terms to do what I wanted when I wanted - highly recommend. The only reason I gave a 4 stars instead of 5 is because the road is long and from beginning to end it is absolutely treacherous! It cost me $22.00 USD to enter.

My wife and I had the opportunity to visit Cancun recently on a work awards trip. Everyone in the…read moregroup had an opportunity to select an excursion, and this was the one we selected. Most people opted to do the spa, which was lovely-but I can do a spa day at home. I wanted to go to the JUNGLE! We were picked up from our hotel, along with another couple that selected this activity and then we stopped by two other hotels to pick up more people. From our hotel (Live Aqua) it was about a 40 minute ride in the shuttle. Our driver kept to himself for the most part, and the rest of the group took the time to get to know each other. It turned out that some were going on ATV rides and others were doing the zip line. We were part of the zip line group. Upon arrival, we signed some waivers and put our belongings in a locker. There is a charge (five dollars, I think) to rent the locker. But if you're doing the zip line, you don't want to be carrying anything with you. It's also required that you wear close toe shoes. Water shoes might be best so you can wear them to zip line and swim later. There was a bit of down time at the beginning-we were told to sit at a table and wait to begin. Then we were guided to a lady who positioned us holding some big beautiful birds. My wife is terribly afraid of birds, and the lady noticed that and made sure to keep some distance between her and the birds. I appreciated that-but we still went for a picture to capture the moment. Speaking of pictures, there's a staff member that follows the group around all day snapping photos. I'm not one to spend money on souvenirs, but I'll throw down coin for pictures. That's my kind of souvenir. After the birds, we started on the zip lines. I don't think any of us realized when we signed up, but there were ten different lines. There was a lot of stairs and walking-which didn't bother us, but if you have any physical limitations-or just don't wanna-then keep that in mind. There were two guides with us giving instruction and checking harnesses, plus the photographer. They were all very friendly and obviously knew what they were doing. On one of the lines, I asked about going upside down, and Paco-our guide showed me what to do-and went down the line with me. It was really cool-I highly recommend doing that at least once. The last line drops you off in a shallow pool of water. It was exhilarating! If you are wearing shoes that you don't want to get wet, your guide will take them down for you and give them back after you dry off. Then we got on to a jungle truck, as I like to call it, and took a very bumpy ride to the cenote to do some swimming. It was absolutely as beautiful as pictures you may see online. Of course, you should do the rope swing into the water, which everyone in our group experienced. The water was cool, but not uncomfortable. This was the point that our ATV friends joined us for a few minutes before we left to have lunch. Lunch was burritos and chips & salsa. Everything tasted delightful and was filling. Drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) were available for an additional price. Be sure to bring some cash for tips-these folks worked very hard and treated us great. They earned every dollar they received and then some! The entire experience about 4 hours. I did feel that some parts were a little rushed (would have liked to have had more time in the cenote), but overall if was amazing. We are talking about bringing the 17 year old back next year-I think he'd love it!

Hugo and Dennis were awesome! I went with my cousin who is NOT an adventure person and also scared…read moreof heights. They made her feel very comfortable and she was able to go across a few lines with help (Vivi). Neither of us have done anything like this, ziplines or atvs, and when I come back, I will for sure be booking another excursion. It had rained a lot the day before we went, so we opted for the Polaris, which was still very exhilarating. Please keep in mind that you are in the middle of a jungle basically, so there is zero to no reception. You are also required to leave all your belongings in your car for the zip lines & human rollercoaster. Nothing in your pockets either. After you complete those activities, before going to the cenote and atv's you can retrieve your phones and such.