Do people still go to Tulum?

Tulum Continues To Grow As A Popular Vacation Destination For American Travelers. Tulum, a city of only around 50,000 people, known for its Mayan ruins and Caribbean beaches, continues to grow as a popular vacation destination for American travelers.



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In terms of safety, yes. As I said above, there has been a fair share of drug- and gang-related crime in Tulum over the last few years, but if you're not seeking out drugs — and you really shouldn't be — then likely you'll avoid experiencing any such issues.

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Tulum is largely safe for travel but has recently seen an increase in high profile safety incidents and unrest. Much of the safety issues are connected to cartels, corruption, and the clash of rapid development with local residents.

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But at the same time it has become a major hub for drug distribution. As a tourist destination, Playa del Carmen in the resort area of Tulum is booming, but so too is cartel violence.

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Be cautious at night if you're traveling alone – Tulum isn't the most dangerous place at night, but in some places, it's not as well lit as it should be. Don't walk around alone late at night if you can avoid it — especially between the center of town and the beachfront hotel zone.

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For the most part, Tulum is safe for the majority of visitors — and its biggest threats are hangovers, sunburns, hurricanes and mosquitoes. However, since no place on Earth is 100% safe, you'll need to observe the same general travel precautions you would when traveling anywhere.

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Tulum is largely safe for travel but has recently seen an increase in high profile safety incidents and unrest. Much of the safety issues are connected to cartels, corruption, and the clash of rapid development with local residents.

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Tulum offers access to a number of prominent Mayan ruin sites in the Yucatan peninsula. First, the northern edge of the Tulum beach is adorned by Mayan ruins that overlook the beach from a spectacular perch on a cliff! Second, the much larger ruins at Coba are a mere hour or so north of Tulum.

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The Overseas Security Advisory Council says that Tulum is “moderately safe.” And for the state of Quintana Roo, which includes Tulum, the US State Department travel advisory is at Level 2, or “exercise increased caution,” (as opposed to six other states in Mexico, where the advisory is Level 4, which is “Do not travel” ...

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Where do Celebrities Stay in Tulum? A few celebrities, such as Paris Hilton, Kristen Cavallari, and Drew Barrymore, have been spotted in Tulum at Habitas, Azulik, and Amansala Resort & Spa.

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Tulum is renowned worldwide for its nightlife and party scene. It's slightly more upmarket than its neighboring towns of Playa del Carmen and Cancun.

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Safest Areas in Tulum (And Areas to Avoid) The whole of Tulum is quite safe, especially around the sleepy town and main drag of beach. Since downtown Tulum is where most restaurants and shops are, it's generally the safest area you can be, especially if you're looking for a secure place to stay.

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There is a very low to no risk of malaria in Mexico. Antimalarial tablets are not currently recommended for travellers to Mexico, though you should practise insect bite avoidance.

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While a lot can be seen in just a day or even in 36 hours in Tulum, I recommend a minimum of at least three days. These three days should be ideal for experiencing Tulum's vibrant culture, upscale nightlife, and most of the famous cenotes, ruins, and beaches.

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Open alcohol containers in public are illegal in Mexico. You may face a fine or time in jail. 6.

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While Tulum is trendy, note that most of the best hotels offer eco-chic luxury (if you're looking for a large resort experience, look elsewhere) and are located along the 6-mile-long stretch of beachfront from the Tulum Ruins to the soft sand beach in the south end.

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If you're on a tighter budget, Bali is always going to be the better option for you. You can live like the insta-queen or king you've always dreamt of in Bali at just a fraction of the cost of living in Tulum. But if costs aren't an important factor, you'll find that there's no exact way to distinguish between the two.

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The beaches on Tulum are much more picturesque when compared to Playa del Carmen. However, Tulum isn't very walkable. If you're staying in Downtown Tulum, you'll have to rent a car, get a cab ride, or bike to the beaches. The same goes for if you're staying at a beach resort and want to visit downtown.

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