Can I go off resort in Cancun?

There are plenty of fun and safe things to do in Cancun, Mexico, outside the hotel zone. The Yucatan Peninsula has incredible attractions. Some things to do beyond Cancun resorts include visiting impressive Mayan ruins like Chichen Itza, island hopping to Isla Mujeres, and exploring water activities like scuba diving.



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14 Do - Clubs, Bars And Restaurants When visiting Cancun staying at the resort is definitely fun. However, travelers are encouraged to go off the resort and explore the city. Cancun is filled with clubs, bars, and restaurants suitable for all age groups.

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Walking around at night is not recommended. The Hotel Zone is okay but you should opt for a taxi to get from A to B anywhere else. Non-touristy areas: While you should experience local life in Cancun, you don't want to walk into the wrong neighborhood. The crime rate is much higher outside of the popular tourist zones.

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Rare instances of tourists being harmed do occur but are extremely few and far between. When it does happen, it is usually from being in the wrong place at the wrong time or maybe exploring areas beyond the tourist hotspots. If you go with what you know, in all likelihood, you will remain safe in Mexico's resort towns.

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15# Can you walk around the Cancun hotel zone? The answer is yes. You can walk along the shore in Punta Cancun and along the lagoon. The central and south areas of the Cancun hotel zone are not so pleasant to walk by because of their many buildings.

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The answer is yes. You can walk along the shore in Punta Cancun and along the lagoon. The central and south areas of the Cancun hotel zone are not so pleasant to walk by because of their many buildings. Besides, a long walk under the scorching heat can wear you out, but you can do it, and it's safe.

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Downtown Cancun It's a bustling part of the city that is full of markets, local restaurants (with some of the best tacos) and local businesses. Whilst this is still a safe area to stay, walking around at night can be a bit more sketchy than in the Hotel Zone.

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Mexico has a high risk of violent crime, including murder, armed robbery, sexual assault and kidnapping. Don't travel at night outside major cities. Kidnapping and extortion are serious risks.

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According to the US State Departments, the Yucatan Peninsula is the safest region in Mexico for Americans in 2023. However, the State Department does have a travel advisory of “exercise increased caution” in the state of Quintana Roo.

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How many days in Cancun you should plan will depend on your interests, but I'd say 3 to 5 days is the perfect amount of time. However, I'd recommend planning a trip to Cancun for a full week if you also want to go on day trips.

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Taxi medallions are exceptionally expensive, which means that a taxi driver has a lot of costs to pay before they ever put money into their own pockets. This means that taxi prices are very high, and what's more, the taxi prices can be hard to predict and inconsistent.

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Things to Do in Cancun Besides the Beach/All-Inclusive Resort
  • Xcaret Park. Referred as an oasis of natural beauty in a place full of natural beauty. ...
  • Tulum-Tankah Cenotes Eco Adventure Tour. ...
  • Tulum Express Tour. ...
  • Moonlight Bioluminescence Snorkeling Tour. ...
  • Shopping Tour in Cancun. ...
  • Cancun Wax Museum.


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The Mexico Tourist Card for UK citizens is an entry requirement for Brits visiting the country for tourism, leisure, or business. Officially called the Forma Migratoria Múltiple (FMM), the Tourist Card allows British citizens to enter Mexico and stay for up to 180 days.

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Cancun is a pretty small town, so walking alone at night isn't too dangerous.

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Cancun is relatively easy to navigate and get around, as many of the best attractions and sightseeing spots are located in the Hotel Zone. The Hotel Zone is the main tourist area of Cancun and is very walkable.

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Cancun free beach All the beaches in Cancun are beautiful and public, however, some are not so equipped and don't have excellent services such as bathrooms, showers, sanitation, security, or even rescue.

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