Is there crime against tourists in Cozumel?

Cozumel is a safe place to visit with a crime index of 34.57% out of 120% and safety index of 65.37% out of 120%, according to safety statistics website Numbeo. However, every paradise has its ups and downs, and the US State Department encourages tourists to be extra cautious while visiting.



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Cozumel is one of Mexico's safest destinations to travel or reside in. The crime index is one of the lowest, 34.57% out of 120%, so the U.S. State Department hasn't appointed any restrictions on visitors to this island other than to “Exercise Increased Caution.”

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Although Cozumel does not contain drug cartels, it's wise to exercise extreme caution when walking alone at night. Do not disclose any personal information, such as your address or telephone number, to strangers. If any suspicious people approach you while out and about, notify the police immediately.

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There are no areas in Cozumel that tourists should avoid. However, it's always a good idea to be cautious and aware of your surroundings, especially when walking alone or at night.

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Yes, Cozumel is generally considered safe for solo female travelers. The island is known for its friendly locals and low crime rate. However, as with any destination, it is important to take the necessary precautions to ensure your safety.

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Yes, you can just walk around, or at worst take a short taxi ride. IIRC there's more than one pier, so it depends on which one your ship docks at, but there's plenty of shopping and places to stop and get an overpriced margarita - Senor Frog's probably being one of the most well known.

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Drinking in public in Cozumel is generally prohibited by law. You are not allowed to walk around the streets with open alcohol containers. However, Mexican officials often display leniency towards those mildly intoxicated, provided they maintain public peace.

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You might be asking yourself, is Cozumel safer than Cancun for travel in 2022? The answer is both places are safe to go to. The question maybe should be how much time to spend in each place. To help you decide, we have gathered details on those questions and other common questions travelers to Cancun and Cozumel ask.

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Still, experts agree tourists are not the preferred target. “Most tourists will never meet the cartels. In other words, violence is often generic. The violence tourists face is much more local,” Hope said.

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There are no areas in Cozumel that tourists should avoid. However, it's always a good idea to be cautious and aware of your surroundings, especially when walking alone or at night.

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Although we have not yet had time to review every good restaurant in Cozumel, the ones you'll see listed on this site continue to pass our stringent standards for cleanliness. We would, however, urge you not to buy food from street vendors unless it's good and hot and of the well-cooked variety.

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The Cozumel beaches located on the leeward side or west side of Cozumel are sheltered from storms and are the best for swimming. They are also the busiest since they are also closest to town as well as cruise ship terminals. You will also find beach clubs.

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Roaming with your own cell phone is possible if you have a GSM phone but it is expensive. You may want to buy a SIM card from a Telcel or Movistar outlet. You can buy credit for your SIM card in supermarkets, newsstands, online, etc.

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Is ideal to stay at least 3 nights to be able to enjoy the attractions of Cozumel. There is everything here: beautiful beaches, impressive reefs, jungle adventures, or if style is your thing you can go shopping in the Tax Free malls, go to the Beach Club Plaza Azul and the list goes on…

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