Depending on how far you're going and where you're being picked up from, your ride can cost anywhere between $10-$25 USD. Your fares may be lower if you are able to pay in Pesos and drivers do not always have change for American bills.
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When given the option, pay in pesos: When paying at restaurants or stores in Cancun, you'll likely be given the option to pay in pesos or USD (even when paying with a credit card). Always choose pesos, as you'll get a better exchange rate.
The short answer is ABSOLUTELY YES, you need Mexican Pesos. You will need pesos for tips, souvenirs shopping, transportation like taxi/buses, tours, bar/restaurants, etc.
Tipping Taxi Drivers in CancunYou really shouldn't, the local's never do! The only exception being if the driver performs some extra task such as carrying heavy bags or making a short stop such as at an ATM or convenience store. In downtown Cancun there are accepted rates that all the locals know.
It's up to you how much you tip, but the recommended amount in Mexico is between 10% – 20% (15% is a good standard in tourist areas) of the bill or ticket price.
The best currency to bring to Mexico is a mix of pesos and US dollars. Use the dollars to pay for tours, entrance fees, accommodation, and travel. For everything else use pesos.
While tipping is a discretionary and optional gesture, at all-inclusive resorts in Mexico, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, and others, it is certainly encouraged.
While tipping may not be required at some all-inclusive resorts, many guests prefer to do so. In the event that you would like to tip staff during your all-inclusive vacation, it is important to find out in advance whether staff would even be allowed to accept those tips.
Taking a Cancun airport taxi shuttle from Cancun Airport to the Hotel Zone of Cancun is the quickest and easiest transfer option. It will cost around $38 (MXN 700) to complete the 35-minute journey depending on the level of traffic.
A common mistake many people make while traveling is drinking unfiltered water and ending up with an upset stomach. Though the tap water in Cancun does in fact meet the standards of safety, it is always a good idea to stick with bottled water.