Must see in Quintana Roo

Quintana Roo's Absolute Essentials

Quintana Roo spans the eastern Yucatán Peninsula, home to the clifftop Mayan ruins of Tulum and the towering Nohoch Mul pyramid at Coba. The region's unique geology features extensive underground river systems and cenotes like Dos Ojos and Rio Secreto. Coastal destinations include the car-free Holbox Island, the multi-hued Bacalar Lagoon, and the expansive sands of Playa Delfines. For urban exploration, Playa del Carmen's pedestrian Fifth Avenue provides a hub for dining, while Cancún hosts the large-scale theatrical performances of Coco Bongo.

Quintana Roo's Absolute Essentials — Map

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Tulum

Walk through the impressive ruins of this seaside Mayan city. Most of it was built in the 14th century, however the buildings are still well…

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Dos Ojos Cenote

Dos Ojos is part of a flooded cave system located north of Tulum, on the Caribbean coast of the Yucatán Peninsula, in the state of Quintana…

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Coba

Coba is an ancient Maya city on the Yucatán Peninsula, located in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo.

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Holbox Island

Holbox is an island in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo, located on the north coast of the Yucatán Peninsula.

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Gran Cenote

Sistema Sac Actun is an underwater cave system situated along the Caribbean coast of the Yucatán Peninsula with passages to the north and…

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Xel-Ha

Xelha is an archaeological site of the Maya civilization from pre-Columbian Mesoamerica, located on the eastern coastline of the Yucatán…

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Bacalar Lagoon

Also called Lake of the Seven Colors, the second largest lake of Mexico is simply spectacular. Join a cruise or explore the cenotes nearby.

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Dolphin Beach

A vast, still and very popular beach. Luckily, with its size, there's enough space for everyone.

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Tulum Beach

Seven kilometres long sandy beach never gets crowded - it's too vast for that. A perfect getaway.

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Fifth Avenue

The pedestrian street is Playa del Carmen's main road where numerous restaurants, cafés and shops can be found. There are also many clubs.

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Coco Bongo

This gigantic entertainment venue is something between circus, club and party hotspot. A spectacle - don't miss when in Cancún!

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Rio Secreto

Don't miss out on this spectacular natural gem! Explore the long underground river that will take you pass unforgettable rock formations.

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